AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00437
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00437 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) code of “2C” be changed to allow his enlistment into either the Army or Air Force. On 19 June 1998, he received an uncharacterized entry-level separation under the provisions of AFI 36-3208 (Fraudulent Entry into...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00438
The following information was obtained from the Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) Hearing Record. On 17 Nov 00, the Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) considered and denied the applicant’s request for a change to the reason and authority for the discharge. After careful review of the available records and the information contained in the Air Force Discharge Review Board Hearing Record, the applicant’s discharge appears to be in compliance with the governing Air Force...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00442
She filed another declination form effective 15 January 2003. She finds it incredible that anyone, including the government, would take out a life insurance policy on her and her family without her knowledge or consent and then expect her to pay the expense. The ARPC website also had information about the change, with instructions regarding what to do if the member wanted to decrease coverage or wished to decline.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00443
In support of his appeal, the applicant provided copies of the AFCM (OLC) citation and special order. For purposes of including this decoration in a board that convened on 3 Oct 02, the decoration did not yet exist. A complete copy of the AFPC/DPPPO evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to applicant on 28 Mar 03 for review and response.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00446
The discharge authority approved the request for discharge (in lieu of court- martial) and ordered a UOTHC discharge on 22 August 1984. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPRS recommends denial. After careful consideration of the available evidence, we found no indication that the actions taken to effect his discharge were improper or contrary to the provisions of the governing regulations in effect at the time, or that the actions...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00450
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00450 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC) discharge be changed to honorable. We also find insufficient evidence to warrant a recommendation that the discharge be upgraded on the basis of clemency. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00454
However, he did receive an Article 15 in 1963 while at --- AFB -- for insubordination. In regard to the applicant’s request that he be awarded the Presidential Unit Citation, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, Republic of Vietnam Presidential Unit Citation and the Combat Readiness Medal, we note that on 1 July 2003, he was advised by the Air Force Personnel Center that a correction to his DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, was accomplished to reflect the award...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00455
Toward the end of basic training, he received orders. AFPC/DPPRS complete evaluation is at Exhibit C. AFPC/DPPAE stated that the applicant separated on 9 June 1994, after serving 3 months and 29 days active service. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT be corrected to show that on 9 June 1994, he was separated under the provisions of AFR 39-10...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00458
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00458 INDEX NUMBER: 131.00 XXXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: None XXX-XX-XXXX HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: It appears the applicant is requesting he be considered for promotion to major by Special Selection Board (SSB) for the calendar year 2002B (CY02B) Central Major Selection Board with the following...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00459
AFBCMR BC-2003-00459 INDEX CODE: 108.01 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: SSAN: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Staff 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00460
Further, Congress mandated that Regular appointments could not be granted before an officer completed one year of active commissioned service. However, when the law changed in 1996, OTS DGs were no longer considered for a Regular commission and as stated in the AF/DP message, beginning in FY98 Regular commissions would only be tendered with promotion to major and above. As of this date, no response has been received by this office (Exhibit C).
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00462
The XXX TAW commander testified that he was not aware of any alcohol problems the applicant might have had, that the applicant had family and financial problems, and that while the applicant never told him he had an alcohol problem, it was possible he did have an alcohol problem. He testified the applicant never told him he had an alcohol problem. Diagnosis was probable alcohol abuse with a recommendation to the commander to refer the applicant again to Social Actions and, if retained, to...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00464
In support of his request, the applicant submits a copy of his DD Form 293, Application for the Review of Discharge or Dismissal from the Armed Forces of the United States. On 20 Oct 70, the applicant received notification that he was being recommended for discharge for unfitness. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice;...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00468
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: While he incurred a six-year service commitment to the Air Force (he elected to fulfill the commitment in the Air National Guard (ANG), his service commitment date should be the date of his commissioning (May 1997) and not the date he began service with the ANG: February 1998. The applicant incurred an 8-year service commitment as a result of the scholarship wherein he agreed to the Military...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00469
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00469 INDEX NUMBER: 110.00 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: None XXX-XX-XXXX HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) code of “3D”, “Second term or career airman who refused to get PCS or TDY assignment retainability”, be changed to one that will allow him to reenlist in the Air...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00472
The DPPPO evaluation is at Exhibit D. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Counsel reiterated the applicant's contentions, provided a summary of the applicant's career and states in order for a performance report to serve its intended purpose it must correctly reflect a member's performance history. The content of an OPR based on an administrative error, that does not accurately reflect the time period during which the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00480
AFBCMR 03-00480 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-2003-00481
AFBCMR 03-00481 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 Memorandum...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00482
DAVID C. VAN GASBECK Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFPC/DPPAE, dtd 21 Feb 03, w/atch AFBCMR 03-00482 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 Correction of Military Records is announced, and it is directed that: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00486
In accordance with public law, the applicant’s spouse was insured for $100,000 for the period 1 November 2001 - 31 October 2002. _________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2003- 00486 in Executive Session on 25 July 2003, under the provisions of AFI 36- 2603: Mr. Joseph G. Diamond, Panel Chair Mr. Edward H. Parker, Member Mr. Jackson Hauslein, Jr., Member The following documentary evidence was...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00487
INDEX CODE: 112.00 AFBCMR BC-2003-00487 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-2003-00488
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFPC/DPW recommends the application be denied due to lack of sufficient evidence to support the applicant’s claim. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; that the application was denied without a personal appearance; and that...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00489
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: She and the service member were married for 36 years prior to their divorce and she did not ask for maintenance at the time of their divorce with the agreement he would provide coverage for her under the SBP program. The member could have elected former spouse coverage voluntarily within the first year following their divorce, but failed to do so. A complete copy of the evaluation is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00492
Otherwise, members have up to 3 FY’s to use accrued SLA. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT be corrected to show that 2.5 days of leave were added to his leave account commencing 2 October 2002. ROBERT S. BOYD Panel Chair DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE WASHINGTON DC [pic] Office Of The Assistant Secretary BC-2003-00492 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00494
The ERAB denied his request because the statement made by the additional rater in Section VII, Line 5, of the OPR is not considered referral in nature. Exhibit F. Memorandum, Applicant’s Counsel, dated 8 May 03. CAROLYN J. WATKINS-TAYLOR Panel Chair AFBCMR BC-2003-00494 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF Having received and considered the recommendation of the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records and under the authority of Section 1552, Title 10, United States Code (70A...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00495
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00495 INDEX CODES: 111.02, 131.01 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Officer Performance Report (OPR) rendered for the period 21 May 98 through 20 May 99 be declared void and removed from his records and replaced with the reaccomplished OPRs rendered for the periods 21 May 98 through 30...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00503
The effective date of promotion is the date of the promotion orders except for a basic airman whose orders specify a later effective date. We note that the effective date of promotion is the date of the promotion orders except for a basic airman whose orders specify a later effective date. It appears to the Board that the effective date of applicant’s promotion is correctly shown.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00504
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00504 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be awarded the Purple Heart (PH) Medal. However, DVA provided his service medical documents, which do not substantiate the applicant’s eligibility for the Purple Heart Medal. After a thorough review of the applicant’s...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00505
On 19 Oct 81, the discharge authority directed applicant be discharged with an honorable discharge. Although the applicant has requested that his separation code be changed to medical reasons or in the best interest of the Air Force, we found no evidence that his physical fitness to perform his duties at the time of his separation was questionable. We note that the BCMR Medical Consultant indicated that the evidence of record supports a change to the applicant’s separation document...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00506
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 21 Mar 03 for review and comment within 30 days. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; that the application was denied without a personal...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00511
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 03-00511 INDEX CODE: 111.02 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM) for the period 24 August 1997 through 6 August 1999. On 12 July 2002, applicant requested correction of his military records by removing his EPR dated 31 August 1998 - 31 July 1999. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00514
AFBCMR BC-2003-00514 INDEX CODE: 137.00 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: APPLICANT, SSN 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00517
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBERS: BC-2003-00517 INDEX CODE 131.01 COUNSEL: None HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be given Special Selection Board (SSB) consideration for the Calendar Year 2002B (CY02B) Major Selection Board with the Officer Selection Brief (OSB) corrected to reflect receipt of three, rather than two, Air Force Commendation...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00518
What she requests is a retirement date of 1 May 2002, which is when her promotion to the grade of colonel was final and she made the informed decision to retire in that grade, rather than return to active duty. Applicant’s complete response is at Exhibit E. _________________________________________________________________ ADDITIONAL AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AF/JAG recommends denial of the applicant’s request and states, in part, that if any error or injustice occurred in her case, the SSB...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00520
On 25 January 1980, the applicant submitted an application requesting that his records be corrected to show that he was promoted to the grade of captain in November 1943; and that he received Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) for flying more than 25 missions during the period in question. This evaluation, with attachment, is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: On 9 October 2003, a copy of the Air Force...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00525
As to the applicant’s contention that his academic specialty data on his OSB was incorrect, DPPPO states that each officer eligible for promotion by the CY02B board received an officer preselection brief (OPB) 90-100 days prior to the central board convening date. The instructions specifically state, “Officers will not be considered by a Special Selection Board if, in exercising reasonable diligence, the officer should have discovered the error or omission in his/her records and could have...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00533
The AFPC/DPPPR evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT’S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: He did suffer the atrocity of beatings to his lower back while a POW at Stalag Luft IV and the DVA has determined his lower back condition is service-connected for the injury received while a POW. _________________________________________________________________ RECOMMENDATION OF THE BOARD: A majority of the Board finds...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00534
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00534 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO ___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be considered for the promotion to the grade of major by a Special Selection Board (SSB) for the Calendar Year 2002B (CY02B) Central Major Selection Board with the inclusion of the Officer Performance Report (OPR) closing 27 August 2002. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00536
The Nursing certificate was received and confirmed on 27 Aug 02 and should have been on file for the CY02B Central Major Promotion Selection Board. In addition to the comments provided in AFPC/DPPPE’s evaluation regarding her nursing board certification, they note that the CY02A promotion selection board was aware of the certificate as indicated by the “Yes” entry in the board certified block of the Officer Selection Brief (OSB) prepared for that board. The applicant failed to provide a...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00543
INDEX CODE: 112.00 AFBCMR 03-00543 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-2003-00546
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00546 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be considered for promotion to the grade of colonel by Special Selection Board (SSB) for the Calendar Year 1996B (CY96B) Colonel Judge Advocate General (JAG) Central Selection Board. The AFPC/DPPPO evaluation is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00548
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00548 INDEX CODE: 128.14 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: She be reimbursed for premiums paid on her Family Servicemember’s Group Life Insurance (FSGLI) as of 1 November 2001. DPW requested the applicant provide a copy of her SGLV 8286A, Family...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00549
AFBCMR BC-2003-00549 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00555
His complete submittion is at Exhibit A. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPAE recommends the application be denied and states, in part, that the applicant has not satisfactorily indicated the commander’s action to deny reenlistment was inappropriate or not in compliance with Air Force policy. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice to warrant upgrading the applicant’s...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00556
On 7 September 1982, the applicant’s commander notified him he was recommending him for discharge because of his frequent involvement of a discreditable nature with military authorities. His commander appointed an evaluation officer who interviewed the applicant and reviewed his records. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPRS recommended denial and states based upon the documentation in the file the discharge was consistent with...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00558
AFBCMR BC-2003-00558 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-2003-00559
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00559 INDEX NUMBER: 133.00 XXXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: None XXX-XX-XXXX HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be restored to the grade of E-2 with his original date of rank. Due to the applicant’s impending retirement, a grade determination was done to determine whether he should retire in the grade of E-2...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00563
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. Richard A. Peterson, Mr. Christopher Carey, and Mr. Gregory A. Parker, considered this application on 10 June 2003. RICHARD A. PETERSON Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFPC/DPPPO, 21 May 03 AFBCMR BC-2003-00563 INDEX CODE: 131.00 MEMORANDUM...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00564
INDEX CODE: 131.10 AFBCMR BC-2003-00564 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-2003-00566
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPPO stated that their research indicated the applicant was not medically retired from active duty, nor could his name be found on the retired file or the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) microfiche. A complete copy of the AFPC/DPPPO evaluation is at Exhibit C. AFPC/DPPPR recommended denial of the applicant's request for award of the DFC and AFCM indicating that the applicant did not...