RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 

AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS 

 

IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-02995 

 COUNSEL: NONE 

 HEARING DESIRED: NO 

 

 

 

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: 

 

His reentry (RE) code of “2C” (Involuntarily separated with an 
honorable discharge; or entry-level separation without 
characterization of service) be changed to RE code of “1” (Applicant is eligible for immediate reenlistment (within 24 
hours after separation). 

 

 

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: 

 

He was given a RE code of “2C” after failing to advance through 
Pararescue Indoctrination Course. He had an excellent record 
while serving in the Air Force; however, he simply was not able 
to make it through this course, which has one of the highest 
attrition rates in the military. He would like to pursue a 
career in the United States Coast Guard, but is unable to make 
any progress with his current RE code. 

 

The applicant does not provide any supporting documentation. 

 

His complete submission is at Exhibit A. 

 

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STATEMENT OF FACTS: 

 

The applicant enlisted into the Regular Air Force on 19 Oct 10. 
He was notified by his commander that he was recommending him for 
discharge from the Air Force under the provisions of AFPD 36-32 
and AFI 36-3208, paragraph 5.22.2.3. The specific reason for 
this action was for self-eliminating from the Pararescue 
Indoctrination Course. His commander recommended he be 
discharged with an entry-level discharge. The applicant 
acknowledged receipt of the discharge notification. After a 
legal review, the assistant staff judge advocate found the case 
legally sufficient. The applicant received an entry-level 
separation after serving 4 months and 14 days on active duty. 

 

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION: 

 

AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial. DPSOA states the applicant does 
not provide any evidence that supports a correction to his RE 
code. The RE code of “2C” is required per the governing 
regulation. The applicant requested his RE code be changed to 
“1”; however, he was not eligible for Selective Reenlistment 
Program consideration that is required to receive a RE code of 
“1” when separating. The only other RE code the applicant could 
receive is “3K” (Reserved for use by HQ AFPC or the AFBCMR when 
no other reenlistment eligibility code applies or is 
appropriate). 

 

The complete DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit B. 

 

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: 

 

A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant 
on 21 Oct 11 for review and comment within 30 days. As of this 
date, this office has received no response. 

 

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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. Sufficient relevant evidence has been presented to 
demonstrate the existence of an injustice. After a thorough 
review of the evidence of record, we see no evidence to show that 
the applicant’s discharge was erroneous or unjust. Nevertheless, 
after reviewing the applicant’s submission, we are of the opinion 
that it would be an injustice for the applicant to continue to 
suffer the effects of a “2C” RE code. In view of the totality of 
the circumstances present in this case, we believe the applicant 
should be given the opportunity to apply for enlistment. Whether 
or not he is successful will depend on the needs of the service 
and our recommendation in no way guarantees he will be allowed to 
return to any branch of the service. Therefore, we recommend 
that his records be corrected to the extent indicated below. 

 

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THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: 


 

The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force 
relating to APPLICANT be corrected to show that at the time of 
his discharge on 2 March 2011 his RE code was 3K. 

 

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The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket 
Number BC-2011-02995 in Executive Session on 8 Dec 11, under the 
provisions of AFI 36-2603: 

 

, Chair 

, Member 

, Member 

 

All members voted to correct the records, as recommended. The 
following documentary evidence was considered: 

 

 Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 4 Aug 11, w/atchs. 

 Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records. 

 Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 20 Sep 11. 

 Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 21 Oct 11. 

 

 

 

 

 

 CHAIR