Washington, Feb. 9 -- Tom Cruise has been honoured with the Grande Medaille of the Aero-Club de France, presented to him by the organisation's president Catherine Maunoury.

The award was for his "significant contribution to the history of aviation and inspiring future pilots," according to a press release. The medal is the highest distinction from the institution, which was created in 1898, reported Deadline.

In the videos posted on social media, Cruise was seen shaking hands with officials and being presented with the award.

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