how long is a short tour overseas
Air Force Overseas Ribbon Short Tour. Criteria: The Air Force Overseas Service Ribbon (AFOLT & AFOST) is issued in two grades, a Long Tour and Short Tour version. First created in 1980 both the Short Tour and Long Tour ribbons may be worn simultaneously. The Short Tour ribbon is normally awarded for a permanent duty station assignment of at least 300 days within an 18 month period.