Congratulations to all of the outstanding winners of the 2025 AOC International Awards

AOC Gold Medal Award:

Winner: Mr. Dave Hime

Honoring the visionary leadership that advanced electronic warfare from legacy self-protection to adaptive, distributed, cognitive systems – shaping global strategy, research, and doctrine across the Department of Defense, industry, and international partners to ensure enduring EMS superiority. Dave is a legend in the EW community and within the Association of Old Crows, and this honor reflects his extraordinary contributions and achievements.

AOC Tehnology Hall of Fame Award:

Winner: Mr. David A. Wilkes

Recognized for over 37 years of distinguished contributions to the development of electronic warfare technologies, pioneering experimentation, and the successful transition of capabilities to the warfighter – efforts that have measurably advanced USAF and DOD mission effectiveness across multiple operational domains.

AOC Outstanding Chapter Support Award:

Winner: Mrs. Jessica Derr

In celebration of the exceptional support to the Kittyhawk Chapter of AOC, especially her unwavering commitment, dedication, and valuable contributions to foster shared goals among members, sponsors, industry partners, and the Air Force Research Laboratory.