RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 

AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS 

 

IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-01146 

 

 COUNSEL: NONE 

 

 HEARING DESIRED: YES 

 

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: 

 

His enlistment rank be reflected as E-3 rather than E-2, 
effective 9 Nov 09. 

 

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: 

 

He was advised that he could submit his college transcripts while 
at basic military training (BMT) to qualify for enlistment in the 
grade of airman first class (E-3). He attempted to provide a 
copy of his official transcripts while at BMT, but the training 
liaison told him to wait until he returned to his base. 

 

The applicant's complete submission is at Exhibit A. 

 

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STATEMENT OF FACTS: 

 

The applicant is currently serving on active duty in the Air 
Force Reserve as airman first class (E-3). 

 

On 9 Nov 09, the applicant contracted his initial enlistment in 
the Air Force Reserve in the grade of airman (E-2). 

 

On 9 Nov 09, the applicant executed a DD Form 1966/1, Record 
Military Processing – Armed Forces of the United States, where he 
acknowledged, among other things, the requirement to present 
college transcripts prior to his completion of BMT in order to be 
eligible for enlistment in the grade of airman first class (E-3). 

 

The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are 
contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of the 
Air Force, which is attached at Exhibit C. 

 

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION: 

 

HQ AFRC/A1K recommends denial stating Air Force Reserve policy 
reflects that service members must provide their transcripts to 
the recruiting staff prior to their graduation from BMT in order 
to be eligible for enlistment in the higher grade under the the 
Stripes for Education and Training Program. 

 

The complete AFRC/A1K evaluation is at Exhibit C. 

 

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EALUATION: 

 

He has provided a copy of his college transcripts in support of 
his request (Exhibit D). 

 

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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT: 

 

1. The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by 
existing law or regulations. 

 

2. The application was timely filed. 

 

3. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to 
demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice. The 
applicant 93). We took notice of the applicant's complete 
submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we agree 
with the opinion and recommendation of the Air Force office of 
primary responsibility and adopt its rationale as the basis for 
our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an 
error or injustice. Other than his own assertions, he has 
provided no evidence that he was precluded from providing his 
college transcripts while attending BMT. Therefore, in the 
absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis to 
recommend granting the relief sought in this application. 

 

4. The applicant's case is adequately documented and it has not 
been shown that a personal appearance with or without counsel 
will materially add to our understanding of the issue(s) 
involved. Therefore, the request for a hearing is not favorably 
considered. 

 

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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: 

 

The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not 
demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; the 
application was denied without a personal appearance; and the 
application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of 


newly discovered relevant evidence not considered with this 
application. 

 

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The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket 
Number BC-2011-01146 in Executive Session on 6 Dec 11, under the 
provisions of AFI 36-2603: 

 

 , Panel Chair 

 , Member 

 , Member 

 

The following documentary evidence was considered: 

 

 Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 17 Feb 11. 

 Exhibit B. Applicant's Military Personnel Records. 

 Exhibit C. Letter, HQ AFRC/A1K, dated 19 Jul 11, w/atchs. 

 Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 29 Jul 11. 

 Exhibit E. Letter, Applicant, undated, w/atch. 

 

 

 

 

 

 Panel Chair