AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01312
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: His rater was pressured into rating him an overall “4.” In support of his appeal, applicant provides a letter of support from his former rater, letters of recommendation from his chain of command, and copies of the appeals he previously submitted through the Evaluation Reports Appeal Board (ERAB) The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01317
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-01317 INDEX CODES: 100.06, 110.02 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her reason for discharge and reenlistment eligibility (RE) code be changed to allow her to reenter the Air Force. A complete copy of the AFPC/DPPRS evaluation is at Exhibit D. AFPC/DPPAE indicated that the applicant’s RE...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01318
INDEX CODE: 100.03 AFBCMR BC-2003-01318 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. Members of the Board, Mr. Roscoe Hinton, Jr., Ms. Kathleen F. Graham and Ms. Cheryl Jacobson considered...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01319
RICHARD A. PETERSON Panel Chair AFBCMR BC-2003-01319 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 to FORMER MEMBER, be corrected to show that: a. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01323
INDEX CODE: 110.00 AFBCMR BC-2003-01323 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-2003-01324
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-01324 COUNSEL: No HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His general (under honorable conditions) discharge be upgraded to honorable. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The Air Force was not able to evaluate this application due to nonavailability of...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01325
He states that three months later he received an informal discharge document that stated “General (under honorable conditions).” The discharge needs to be changed, as he believed himself to be in good standing. _________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: The applicant contracted his enlistment in the -- ANG on 4 November 1987 after voluntarily leaving the Regular Air Force under the Palace Chase program. We took notice of the applicant's complete...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01326
The applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit A. He was awarded the Air Force Training Ribbon and the Air Force Overseas Long Tour Ribbon. DPPPR informed the applicant on 23 May 2003 that there was no indication in his records that he was deployed to the Persian Gulf in direct support of Operation NORTHERN WATCH.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01330
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-01330 INDEX NUMBER: 145.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The narrative reason for separation on his DD Form 214 be changed from disability, existing prior to service, to disability, service connected and his reenlistment eligibility (RE) code be changed. Because the applicant’s chronic...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01333
On 13 August 1975, applicant received an Article 15 for failure to report for duty. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: DPPPWB reviewed this application regarding the request for a change of his grade on his DD Form 214 from Amn to A1C and recommended denial. He contends that he received two Letters of Reprimand (LOR’s), not two Article 15’s.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01339
Had he not been selected for an assignment, he would have been able to pin-on his promotion and with a service commitment waiver, he would have been able to retire as a master sergeant. Even though there is no indication in the applicant’s records that indicates he was selected for promotion to master sergeant in January 1972, his decision to decline to obtain the required retainability made him ineligible for promotion. While it may be true that subsequent to the time the applicant...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01341
He lost seven and one-half days of leave on 1 October 2002. The applicant was requested by the Air Force Office of Primary Responsibility to provide documentation from his commander or supervisor stating he requested leave and the request was denied. Exhibit C. Letters, SAF/MRBR dated 19 Sep 03.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01345
If the AFBCMR voids the contested EPR, the applicant will become a selectee for promotion to TSgt during cycle 02E6, pending a favorable data verification and recommendation of the commander. If supplemental promotion consideration results in the selection for promotion to the higher grade, immediately after such promotion the records shall be corrected to show that he was promoted to the higher grade on the date of rank established by the supplemental promotion and that he is entitled to...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01347
He sent in payments marking out family coverage but this was not sufficient to cancel. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPW recommends denial of the request and states the applicant claims he never has been notified of the automatic family coverage. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A complete copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01348
On 3 Apr 84, the applicant was placed on the TDRL with a 40% disability rating. The applicant was removed from the TDRL and retired from the Air Force on 1 Aug 85 with a 40% disability rating. The complete evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 30 May 03 for review and comment within 30 days.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01349
The applicant’s military medical records show medical entries for low back pain and/or strain as early as 1960, 1961, 1963, and 1965, without evidence of trauma. In a 24 Jul 80 letter to a veteran’s hospital, a civilian physical reports that the applicant had acute back strain in Jan 60, low back pain after lifting a heavy object in Mar 61, back pain in May 63, back pain due to lifting sand bags in Vietnam in Apr 67, intermittent back pain in Aug 67, and low back pain in Dec 67. A DVA...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01351
He received a letter of counseling (LOC) on 17 October 2001 for being late for duty. After a thorough review of the evidence of record and applicant's submission, we are not persuaded that his contention of no longer being affected by “previous flaws”, in and by themselves, are sufficiently persuasive to override the rationale provided by the Air Force. Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPPRS, dated 8 May 03.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01354
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-01354 INDEX CODE: 131.06 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to show he is a prisoner of war (POW) and was promoted to a higher grade. While reviewing the applicant’s records, it was discovered that there were errors on his separation document (WD AGO Form 53-55,...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01357
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: His discharge records should indicate the rank of second lieutenant. After reviewing the applicant’s records, there is no indication he was ever commissioned as an officer in either the Air Force or the Air Force Reserves. Therefore, we agree with the opinion and recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt their rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01361
He was told both times that he would not be able to cancel the plan until 1 Apr 03. Disenrollments are effective upon receipt of a properly completed request by DFAS-CL, postmarked not later than the member’s third anniversary of receiving retired pay. 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 their rationale as the basis for our...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01363
Members of the Board, Mr. Vaughn E. Schlunz, Mr. Mike Novel, and Ms. Jean A. Reynolds, considered this application on 5 August 2003. VAUGHN E. SCHLUNZ Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFPC/DPPAE, dtd 14 Jul 03 AFBCMR BC-2003-01363 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01365
In their assessment of her claim, the Air Force office of primary responsibility confirms the applicant’s claim concerning the base closing and has recommended her request for credit for a satisfactory year of Federal service for the RYE 4 January 1994 be approved. Since the applicant did not participate a full year towards an active duty retirement, the year cannot be counted as a satisfactory year of federal service. Accordingly, in the absence of evidence indicating she was treated...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01367
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-01367 INDEX NUMBER: 111.00 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: None XXX-XX-XXXX HEARING DESIRED: Yes _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The Enlisted Performance Reports (EPRs) rendered on him for the periods 31 Jul 00 through 8 Jun 01 and 9 Jun 01 through 15 Apr 02 be voided and removed from his records. The complete evaluation is at...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01368
He then served on active duty in the Air Force from 26 Mar 49 to 16 Sep 50. On 21 Nov 56, the applicant was promoted to the grade of major in the Air Force Reserve. The date that an officer was promoted to a certain grade was established as the Promotion Service Date (PSD).
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01369
DPPD presented the additional medical information, provided by the applicant, to the IPEB to determine if an error or injustice occurred at the time of the original MEB/PEB process. DPPD indicates after reviewing the case file, and taking into account the additional medical data provided by the member, DPPD concluded the applicant was treated fairly throughout the Air Force DES and that he was properly rated under Federal guidelines. The applicant’s request to have his medical record...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01370
Had the applicant elected spouse only coverage at the time of his retirement, coverage and costs would have been suspended upon the divorce. A complete copy of the evaluation is at Exhibit C. ___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 10 Jun 03 for review and comment within 30 days. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01372
___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: He was told when he became an individual mobilization augmentee (IMA) that his retention/retirement (R/R) date was 5 Dec and that he needed to earn 50 points between 5 Dec and 4 Dec to have a “good year.” At some point his records were audited and his R/R date was changed to 30 Jan, but he was never notified of the change. This recommendation will provide the applicant a satisfactory year of service...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01373
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-01373 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His duty history on the Officer Selection Brief (OSB) and duty title on the Promotion Recommendation Form (PRF) prepared for the Calendar Year 2001B (CY01B) Lieutenant Colonel Central Selection Board (P0501B) be corrected, and his corrected record be...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01381
The evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant reviewed the evaluation and indicated that AFPC/DPPPO indicates two reasons to support its recommendation of denial (the date stamp on the citation reflects the date it was filed and became a matter of record and the sequence number on the citation by itself indicates that the citation was in his OSR at the time the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01384
A copy of the Air Force evaluation is attached at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR STAFF EVALUATION: The applicant reviewed the Air Force evaluation and states it is not enough for AFPC to file the citation in his personnel records because those records are not what met the promotion board. After reviewing the evidence of record, we are persuaded the citation missing from the applicant's promotion records did not...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01386
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-01386 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: None HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code be changed to allow him to enlist in the Army. The basis for this action was that the mental health recommendation to the applicant’s commander stated “While [the applicant’s] Adjustment...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01388
On 9 September 1948, the applicant was convicted by a special court-martial for the following offense: Specification: The applicant did without proper leave, absent himself from his organization and station from on or about 25 May 1948 to on or about 11 July 1948. On 21 January 1951, Special Orders #6 indicates that the sentence was found excessive and so much of the sentence as exceeded confinement at hard labor for 20 days and forfeiture of $58.00 was vacated. He provided no facts...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01390
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, dtd 6 May 03 AFBCMR BC-2003-01390 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF Under the authority of Section 1552, Title 10, United States Code, 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01391
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPW states that after receiving applicant’s DD Form 149, Application for Correction of Military Record, dated 18 March 2003, they needed additional information to sufficiently evaluate his claim and make an appropriate recommendation. 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 and...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01392
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, Ms. Brenda L. Romine, Mr. James W. Russell III, and Mr. E. David Hoard, considered this application on 9 July 2003. AFBCMR BC-2003-01392 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF Under the authority of Section 1552, Title 10, United States Code and...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01393
DPW requested the applicant provide a copy of her SGLV 8286A, Family Coverage Election Certificate, declining coverage and any documentation to support her claim. Applicant did not respond or provide the additional information needed to sufficiently evaluate her claim. The HQ AFPC/DPW evaluation, with attachment, is at Exhibit B.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01395
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: The civilian Virginia (VA) court issued an order requiring the expungment of all records relating to his arrest and court proceedings. VA law permits a court to dismiss pending criminal charges for assault and battery against a defendant who provides redress to the injured party and to expunge the defendant’s criminal record. The fact of the matter is, the State found it in the interest of justice to...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01396
On 8 May 03, HQ AFPC/DPPPRA advised the applicant he was not eligible for the RVGCP, but he was entitled to the NCO Academy Graduate Ribbon (NCO AGR) and the Combat Readiness Medal with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster (CRM 1OLC). Exhibit C. Letter, HQ AFPC/DPPPR, dated 1 Jul 03. Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 25 Jul 03.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01398
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPTR indicates that the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) was established by Public Law (PL) 92-425 on 21 September 1972, authorizing a one-year open enrollment period for servicemembers to elect coverage. However, if the Board recommends granting the request, the servicemember’s record should be corrected to show the servicemember elected SBP spouse only coverage based on full retired pay effective 21...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01400
c. Direct him to OTS (with his current career classification as an air traffic control officer candidate) and provide him with an age waiver, after successful completion of OTS and subsequent commissioning, and the opportunity to apply twice for the first two active duty officer UPT selection board opportunities. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: The problem with the AFBCMR’s original remedy was that, rather than directing him to OTS...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01404
INDEX CODE: 102.00 AFBCMR BC-2003-01152 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. Members of the Board, Mr. Thomas J. Topolski, Jr., Ms. Marilyn Thomas and Ms. Ann-Cecile McDermott considered...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01407
At the time of this enlistment, he was serving in the grade of E-6, with a total of 14 years, 4 months and 8 days of active military service. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFPC/DPPAE recommends the application be denied. _________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered this application in Executive Session on 8 July 2003, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603: Mr. John...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01408
INDEX CODE: 131.00 AFBCMR BC-2003-01408 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01410
Since the applicant did not provide any documentation to substantiate his claim, DPPPR recommends denying the applicant’s request for the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal. The DPPPR evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 25 July 2003 for review and response (Exhibit D). There is no indication in his records that he was...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01413
He was honorably released from active duty on 10 Apr 03 with one year and seven months of active service for that period and transferred to the VTANG. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFPC/DPPRS notes there are no documents in the applicant’s personnel record pertaining to his discharge process or the misconduct leading up to his discharge from active duty since they were apparently purged by the ARPC in 2001. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01414
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-01414 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His discharge be upgraded to honorable. On 18 March 1980, the commander again notified him of his intent to impose nonjudicial punishment under Article 15 of the UCMJ for violating Article 92 (i.e., failure to obey an order or regulation). After...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01417
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-01417 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His bad conduct discharge (BCD) be upgraded to general (under honorable conditions). AFPC/DPPRS complete evaluation is attached at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01421
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-01421 INDEX CODE: 108.08 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to reflect that his retirement for disability reasons was the result of an instrumentality of war. Accordingly, we agree with the opinion and recommendation of the Air Force office of...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01423
A complete copy of their evaluation is attached at Exhibit D. AFPC/DPPPR states that the applicant is not eligible for award of the Air Force Good Conduct (AFGC) Medal. Since he received his first Article 15 during this assignment, he would not be eligible for a decoration upon completion of his overseas tour. After reviewing the evidence of record, we are not persuaded that the applicant’s records are in error or that he has been the victim of an injustice.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-01426
The commander recommended the applicant be discharged with a general, (Under Honorable Conditions) discharge. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case and while we sympathize with his situation at the time and appreciate his efforts to care for his family, there was simply no evidence presented that justified granting the requested relief; subsequently, we agree with the opinion and recommendation of the Air National Guard office of primary...