Which instruction number governs Blue E Award criteria and grading details?

• A. COMNAVAIRFORINST 3500.2A
• B. NAVSUP P 568
• C. COMNAVAIRFORINST 4100
• D. OPNAVINST 5100

Answer: (A)

The statement is governed by the instruction that specifically covers the aviation safety and readiness evaluation framework, including how the Blue E Award is defined and graded. This instruction lays out the criteria for excellence in maintenance departments, how those criteria are scored, and the procedures for documenting and awarding the Blue E. The other references address different areas—logistics and supply procedures, broader safety topics without the award’s exact criteria, or general Navy safety policy—and do not contain the Blue E criteria and grading details. So the instruction that actually governs the Blue E Award is the one dedicated to naval aviation safety programs and their evaluation framework.