RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2014-01252
			COUNSEL:  NONE
			HEARING DESIRED:  NO


APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His Reentry (RE) code be changed from 2C which denotes 
“Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge; or entry 
level separation without characterization of service” to 3C which 
denotes “First Term Airman not yet considered under the SRP” or an 
appropriate code, to allow him to re-enlist.


APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He successfully completed basic training in an honor flight and 
was flight leader for the majority of the time.  He developed 
severe shin splints in both legs and was unable to complete the 
combat controller selection course.

The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at 
Exhibit A.


STATEMENT OF FACTS:

On 14 May 13, the applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force.

On 29 Oct 13, the applicant received an entry level separation 
with an RE code of 2C.  He was credited with 5 months and 16 days 
of active service.


AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial.  On 24 Oct 13, the applicant was 
discharged with an entry level separation for Entry Level 
Performance or Conduct, specifically reluctance to make the effort 
necessary to meet Air Force standards of conduct and duty 
performance.  The RE code 2C is the correct RE code based on his 
involuntary entry level separation without characterization of 
service.  Additionally, the applicant is asking for an RE code of 
3C; however; it is clear he is not eligible for an RE code 3C as 
the RE code only applies while on active duty.    

The complete DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit C.

AETC/SGPS recommends approval.  The applicant meets the required 
criteria to reapply for military service.  Upon completing Basic 
Military Training School (BMTS), he entered the Combat Controller 
career field but on day one (1) of training he self-eliminated due 
to the pain from bilateral shin splints.  He acknowledged that he 
would be separated from the Air Force if he did not complete day 
5 of training.  It was also noted that once separated and the 
condition resolved, he could re-apply to re-enter the military 
after 6 months had passed.  Subsequently he was processed for an 
entry level separation.  According to documentation on file in the 
applicant’s records, the separation was done in accordance with 
established policy and administrative procedures. 

The complete SGPS evaluation is at Exhibit D.


APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

The applicant provides a copy of the RE codes chart used by all 
branches of the military, as well as a copy of an  AETC/SG letter 
dated 9 Oct 14, highlighting he could re-enlist after six months 
when his condition resolved.  

He was informed by multiple recruiters that no waivers are 
accepted for the current “2C” code.  

He is respectfully requesting his RE code be changed to 3C, or an 
appropriate code, to allow him to re-enlist.  Without the change 
in RE code, re-enlistment is not possible and contradicts what he 
was told at separation.

The applicant’s complete response is at Exhibit E.


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 warranting corrective action.   Even 
though the applicant has provided no evidence to show that his 
separation was improper or not in compliance with the appropriate 
regulations, it is our opinion that relief is warranted in this 
case.  We note that AETC/SGPS states the applicant meets the 
required criteria to reapply for military duty.  Therefore, we 
believe that correction of his RE code to a waiverable code is 
warranted.  Whether or not he is successful in his attempts to 
return to the military will depend on the needs of the service and 
our recommendation in no way guarantees that he will be allowed to 
return to any branch of service.  Accordingly, we recommend his 
records be corrected to the extent indicated below.


THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT:

The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force 
relating to the APPLICANT be corrected to show that at the time of 
his 29 Oct 13 discharge, his Reentry Code was "3K" which denotes 
“Reserved for use by AFPC or the AFBCMR when no other reenlistment 
eligibility code applies or is appropriate.”


All members voted to correct the records as recommended.  The 
following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket Number 
BC-2014-01252 was considered:

	Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 23 Mar 14, w/atchs.
	Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
	Exhibit C.  Memorandum, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 10 Jul 14.
	Exhibit D.  Memorandum, AETC/SGPS, dated 9 Oct 14
	Exhibit E.  Letter, Applicant, dated 3 Nov 14.