AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00323
The notification letter from his commander is missing from his records, however, there is a statement from his commander (undated) that outlines the reason for the discharge and all incidents are documented in his records. Applicant contends his discharge was supposed to have been a general discharge; however, upon review of his records, we can find no documentation recommending anything other than an undesirable discharge. After a thorough review of the evidence of record and applicant’s...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00326
His character of service was Under Other Than Honorable Conditions (UOTHC) and his reenlistment eligibility was recorded as “Ineligible.” _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: ANG/DPPI recommends denial. Sufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice warranting a change in his discharge and reenlisment eligibility. Vaughn E. Schlunz Panel Chair DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE WASHINGTON...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00331
Upon review, the discharge authority stated the member’s behavior was too serious to warrant a general discharge and ordered a UOTHC discharge without P&R. On 17 November 1982, the Air Force Discharge Review Board denied the applicant’s request for upgrade of his discharge. _________________________________________________________________ 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00335
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00335 INDEX NUMBER: 111.00 XXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: None XXX-XX-XXXX HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The Enlisted Performance Report (EPR) rendered on him for the period 16 Jun 01 through 15 Jun 02 be voided and removed from his record. The complete evaluation is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00338
The applicant, while serving in the grade of airman, was discharged from the Air Force on 11 July 1985 under the provisions of AFR 39-10 (misconduct - pattern of discreditable involvement with military or civil authorities) with an under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC) discharge. A complete copy of the evaluation is attached at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: On 4 April 2003, a copy of the Air...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00339
Under current provisions, AFI-36-2606, Reenlistment in the Air Force, a “2P” RE code is used to identify personnel “absent without leave; deserter or dropped from rolls.” However, there is no need to change her RE Code, because it was properly assessed under current provisions at the time. We note that the applicant was discharged from the Air Force for “marginal performance.” The applicant has not provided sufficient evidence that she should have received an RE code that would allow her...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00341
Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the accompanying Memorandum for the Chief of Staff signed by the Executive Director of the Board or his designee. Members of the Board Mr. Roscoe Hinton Jr., Mr. Vaughn E. Schlunz, and Ms. Mary J. Johnson considered this application on 6 May 2003. AFBCMR BC-2003-00341 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF Under the authority of Section 1552, Title 10, United States Code and Air...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00347
Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the accompanying Memorandum for the Chief of Staff signed by the Executive Director or his designee. Members of the Board Mr. Philip Sheuerman, Mr. David W. Mulgrew, and Ms. Cheryl Jacobson considered this application on 13 February 2003. PHILIP SHEUERMAN Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, HQ AFPC/DPPAE, dtd 31 Jan 03, with attachment AFBCMR 03-00347 INDEX CODE: 128.05 MEMORANDUM...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00349
A complete copy of the Air Force evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit C. ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant reviewed the Air Force evaluation and states that when she declined the SGLI coverage on 19 March 2001 she was aware of the increase that would be in effect on April 2001. The MPF technician informed her that since she was declining coverage so close to the new coverage, it would not be...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00350
INDEX CODE: 121.03 AFBCMR 03-00350 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00351
In support of his application, the applicant submits a personal statement; a copy of his Family Coverage Election form, dated 19 October 2002; and a copy of his leave and earnings statement, dated 22 January 2003. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: ARPC/DPS recommends the application be denied. DPS states the applicant was sent a letter to his home address in New Orleans explaining the new FSGLI coverage.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00353
The Board may correct a record to reflect actions taken by reviewing authorities under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Additionally the Board may correct records related to action on the sentence of court-martial for the purpose of clemency. The applicant was charged with violating a lawful general regulation in Korea by transferring duty-free goods in violation of Article 92, UCMJ.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00355
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPPR states that the applicant has not provided any documentation showing he was recommended for, or awarded, the DFC. A complete copy of the evaluation, with attachment, is attached at Exhibit C. AFPC/DPPPWB states that a review of the applicant’s record indicates he was a POW from 13 April 1944 to 3 May 1945, approximately 13 months. A complete copy of their evaluation is attached at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00356
The AFPC/DPPPO evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant claims the DPPPO’s opinion does not address the specific basis for his request for redress based on a belief that the promotion board’s scoring of his promotion folder was unduly biased by the removed OPR. Based on a previous application, this Board removed a performance report from applicant’s records. Exhibit D. Letter,...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00357
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 2003-00357 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her entry-level separation be changed to a medical discharge. The commander indicated in his recommendation for discharge action that he received a medical narrative summary dated 3 January 2003 that found the applicant did not meet...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00358
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00358 INDEX CODE: 128.05 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He receive his Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB) payment based on a period of 4 years and 11 months as indicated on his reenlistment contract. It appears that his Zone C SRB was erroneously calculated and it was annotated on his...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00360
INDEX CODE: 100.03 AFBCMR 03-00360 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00361
AFBCMR 03-00361 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36- 2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the accompanying Memorandum for the Chief of Staff signed by...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00363
_______________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: He was injured from grenade shrapnel on 15 November 1969 while stationed in the Philippines and should be entitled to the Purple Heart Medal for his service-connected wounds. His commanding officer investigated the incident at the time it occurred, and determined the applicant and other injured personnel were not eligible for the award of the Purple Heart Medal. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00364
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00364 INDEX CODE: A69.03, A93.01 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His general discharge be upgraded to honorable and his benefits under the Veterans’ Educational Assistance Program (VEAP) be restored. After thoroughly reviewing the evidence of record and noting the applicant’s complete...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00367
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00367 INDEX CODE: 131.00, 131.01 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be considered for promotion to the grade of major by a Special Selection Board (SSB) for the CY02B Central Major Selection Board (P0402B), with his Officer Performance Report (OPR), closing 10 June 2002, and his...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00368
AFBCMR 03-00368 INDEX CODE: 112.07 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the accompanying Memorandum for the Chief...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00369
INDEX CODE: 137.04 AFBCMR 03-00369 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00371
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The BCMR Medical Consultant recommends the application be denied. Following DPPD’s assessment, they conclude the applicant was treated fairly throughout the military Disability Evaluation System (DES) process, that he was properly rated under federal disability guidelines at the time of his evaluation, and that he was afforded the opportunity for further review as provided by federal law and policy. As...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00372
At that time, he considered this submission lost and contacted his previous squadron commander. The decoration package was resubmitted with his approval to the 8th Tactical Fighter Wing, Kunsan Air Base, this being the third submission in less than three years. However, inasmuch as the applicant contends that the inclusion of the AFAM would make a difference in his selection to the grade of staff and technical sergeant in order to resolve any injustice to the applicant we recommend the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00373
The first time the contested report would normally have been considered in the promotion process was cycle 01E6. The DPPPWB evaluation is at Exhibit D. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the applicant on 14 Mar 03 for review and comment within 30 days. We are not convinced by the evidence he provided in support of his appeal, that the contested report is not a...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00377
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBERS: BC-2003-00377 INDEX CODE 108.01 108.10 COUNSEL: None HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records reflect service-connected disability for Post-Traumatic- Stress Disorder (PTSD). He was assigned to the XXX Communications Squadron (XX CS) in Aviano AB, Italy, as the squadron administrative specialist. A...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00381
He pled and was found guilty, and was sentenced to a bad conduct discharge, confinement for 2 months, and reduction in grade to airman basic. The applicant was separated with a bad conduct discharge on 16 April 1999. The applicant’s bad conduct discharge had its basis in his trial and conviction by a general court- martial and he has provided no evidence showing that the sentence exceeded the maximum punishment allowable based on the offense of which he was convicted.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00382
On 11 January 1989, his supervisor did not recommend him for reenlistment. Applicant’s performance profile follows: PERIOD ENDING EVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE 14 Apr 87 8 1 Dec 87 7 1 Dec 88 7 _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPAE recommends the application be denied and states, in part, that the applicant has not provided any additional information to indicate that his RE code was erroneously or unfairly assessed to his file. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00385
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00385 INDEX CODE: 107.00 APPLICANT COUNSEL: None SSN HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His DD Form 214 be corrected to reflect award of the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH and the Southwest Asia Service Medal. A complete copy of the evaluation is attached at...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00388
Medical documentation appeared to reflect she was reasonably capable of performing her assigned duties right up until the time of her release from active duty. Air Force disability boards can only rate unfitting medical conditions based upon the individual’s medical status at the time of their evaluation; in essence a snapshot of the condition at that time. In their view, the applicant has not submitted any material or documentation to show an injustice occurred at the time of...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00391
The applicant’s DD Form 214 shows the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award and the Air Force Longevity Service Award. After a thorough review of the evidence of record and applicant's submission, we are not persuaded that his uncorroborated assertions, in and by themselves, are sufficiently persuasive to override the rationale provided by the Air Force. The applicant was unable to provide the necessary evidence to verify his eligibility for award of the AFEM or that he served as an enlisted...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00393
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00393 COUNSEL: MARY NEWMAN HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be awarded the Air Medal, First Oak Leaf Cluster (AM, 1 OLC) and the Presidential Unit Citation (PUC). _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPPR recommends the applicant’s request for...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00397
INDEX CODE: 135.02 AFBCMR 03-00397 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00401
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPTR states that a participant’s spouse automatically becomes an eligible beneficiary on the first anniversary of the marriage unless, before that date, a valid election to not resume the coverage under the provisions of PL 99-145 is sent to the finance center. The applicant submitted a valid request to reinstate SBP coverage on R--- ’s behalf within the time permitted, changed his mind about...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00405
Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the accompanying Memorandum for the Chief of Staff signed by the Executive Director or his designee. Members of the Board Mr. Richard A. Peterson, Ms. Rita J. Maldonado, and Mr. Laurence M. Groner considered this application on 27 March 2003. RICHARD A. PETERSON Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, HQ AFPC/DPPTR, dtd 3 Mar 03, with attachment AFBCMR 03-00405 INDEX CODE:...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00407
Other pertinent facts are contained in the letter prepared by the Air Force at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: ANG/DPPI recommended relief be denied. Because DFAS center accounts for the use of SLA by using the “last leave earned is the first leave used”, the applicant lost 3.5 days because he failed to use them by the end of September 2002. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00408
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: Her ex-husband told her he elected SBP at the time of his 1972 retirement and he agreed to continue coverage on her behalf in their divorce. If he had elected SBP coverage for her, he would have been eligible to change to former spouse coverage within the first year following their divorce. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00409
INDEX CODE: 137.04 AFBCMR 03-00409 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00415
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: He had accumulated 58 days of leave when he left active duty to enter the AFROTC program. Prior service members who attend AFROTC and fulfill their obligations to AFROTC, Air Force Reserves and the Air Force should have their unused leave reinstated. DOD Financial Management Regulation directs payment for accrued leave upon discharge up to the 60-day maximum limit.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00417
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The BCMR Medical Consultant states that the applicant was hospitalized for a bleeding peptic ulcer approximately one week after entering active duty. For purposes of disability administration, it is the date entered active duty and not the date of enlistment that is used to determine eligibility for disability compensation. However, other than his own assertions, he has provided no evidence that would...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00418
AFBCMR BC-2003-00418 INDEX CODE: 128.05 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the accompanying Memorandum for the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00420
As a result, the OPR and MSM 2OLC were not in her OSR when the CY01B board convened. A complete copy of the evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant contends by regulation the OPR was required to have been a matter of record at the time of the CY01B board. Therefore, the award cannot be included in the applicant’s OSR for CY01B board’s consideration because it did not exist when...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00421
Members of the Board Mr. Thomas S. Markiewicz, Mr. Vaughn E. Schlunz, and Ms. Patricia D. Vestal considered this application on 1 Apr 03. THOMAS S. MARKIEWICZ Vice Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFPC/DPPPOO, dated 7 Mar 03, w/atchs AFBCMR BC-2003-00421 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF Under the authority of Section 1552, Title 10, United States Code and Air Force Instruction 36-2603, and having assured compliance with the provisions of the above regulation, the decision of the Air Force Board for...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00422
He be granted promotion consideration to the grade of major by special selection boards (SSB) by the calendar year (CY) 2000A, CY00B, CY01A, CY02A, and the CY02B Central Major Selection Boards with the awards and decorations he earned from 1986 to 1992 included in his OSR. In support of his appeal, applicant provides copies of his DD Form 214, Air Force Preselection Briefs from two previous boards, a copy of an Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM) he was awarded for the period 9 Jan 91 to 31...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00423
The Senior Rater (who was not an evaluator on the EPR) provided a letter of support only to agree that the reason that feedback was not accomplished is inaccurate. Furthermore, AFI 36-2406, paragraph 2.10 states “A rater’s failure to conduct a required or requested feedback session will not, of itself, invalidate any subsequent performance report.” The complete evaluation is at Exhibit C. AFPC/DPPPWB makes no recommendation regarding the applicant’s request, but advises that should the EPR...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00428
AFBCMR BC-2003-00428 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the accompanying...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00430
For members departing Goodfellow AFB who wish to take a vehicle on the AMHS ferry, the member calls the AMHS office direct to obtain a reservation. The TMO at Goodfellow AFB states the applicant discussed travel by POV via the AMHS ferry with them but decided against it and requested an airline ticket. Had he indicated he wished to ship his POV via the AMHS ferry, he would have had to have a reservation prior to departing his origin base, accompany his POV, and he would not have been...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00431
For these actions, he received an LOR, which was placed in his existing UIF. On 19 Dec 01, the applicant was discharged under provisions of AFI 36-3208 by reason of misconduct, with service characterized as general (under honorable conditions). On 15 Nov 02, the Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) found that neither evidence of record, nor that provided by the applicant, substantiated an inequity or impropriety which would justify a change in the discharge (see AFDRB Hearing Record...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00432
In support of her appeal, applicant submitted a personal statement, dated 31 Jan 03; a copy of her statement to the ERAB, dated 14 Jan 02; a copy of an MFR from her former element chief, dated 3 Aug 01; a copy of her EPR closing 16 Oct 01 and an AF Form 931, Performance Feedback Worksheet (AB thru TSgt), dated 5 Jul 01. Air Force policy states it is the rating chain’s responsibility to “assess and document what the ratee did, how well he or she did it, and the ratee’s potential based on...