AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02318
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2002-02318 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His undesirable discharge be upgraded to an honorable discharge, or in the alternative, a general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The AFPC/DPPRS evaluation is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02326
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 02-02326 INDEX CODE: 100.03, 100.06 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her reenlistment eligibility (RE) code be changed to allow enlistment in the Air Force Reserves. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: She completed her active duty service...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02327
His sentence was reduced to reduction to the grade of airman (E-2), three months confinement, and forfeiture of $400.00 per month for three months. The complete 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 Jan 03 for review and comment within 30 days. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02341
The law was later changed and after 1 Feb 78, female officers and enlisted incurred a six-year MSO upon entering active duty. The DD Form 4 she signed at that time credited her with two years of inactive military service. Under that change, a six- year MSO would have been authorized for females who were enlisting in the Air Force by the time the applicant separated in 1979 but not for those, like the applicant, who enlisted prior to 1978.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02345
The PEB recommended that he be discharged. On 31 Jul 01, the IPEB found him unfit for further military service based on a diagnosis of asthma and recommended that he be discharged with severance pay, with a compensable rating of 10%. He was diagnosed with asthma based on a clinical history consistent with the disease and positive methacholine bronchoprovocation testing.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02347
On 14 Jun 99, the applicant submitted a request to the SAF to rescind his resignation. A complete copy of counsel’s response is at Exhibit L. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT: 1. After the PEB process was finalized and the applicant found unfit, SAFPC reviewed the accepted RILO, the completed PEB evaluation, the applicant’s concurrence with the IPEB’s recommendation and the rescission request.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02348
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 02-02348 INDEX CODE: 131.00 XXXXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE XXXXXXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Promotion Recommendation Form (PRF) that met the CY01B Lieutenant Colonel (Lt Col) central selection board P0501B be revised and he be reconsidered for promotion by a Special Selection Board (SSB). His...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02349
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 02-02349 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her Officer Selection Brief (OSB) be corrected to reflect the correct duty title and assignment history and she receive Special Selection Board (SSB) consideration for promotion to the grade of lieutenant colonel for the Calendar Year 1999A (CY99A)...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02351
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2002-02351 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) Code of 4A (separated for hardship or dependency reasons) be upgraded to 1J (eligible to reenlist, but elects separation). The Secretary of the Air Force has statutory authority to promulgate rules and regulations...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02352
The applicant concedes that this was a result of an incident involving a staff sergeant, but believes the incident was a misunderstanding and overstressed by his rater. The complete evaluation is at Exhibit D. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Applicant’s counsel responded to the evaluations by indicating that they have demonstrated in their basic filing that the applicant’s rater was biased against him. We note...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02353
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: By letter, dated 21 Jan 03, counsel provided a rebuttal response from the applicant. This time, he self-reported his feelings of depression to his therapist and self-reported the suicidal thoughts he felt the prior year. This recurrence was not as severe as the episode a year prior because he did not have thoughts of suicide.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02357
A complete copy of their evaluation is attached at Exhibit D. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Applicant reviewed the Air Force evaluations and states that he reviewed the OPB in November 2001 at which time it was correct. After reviewing the evidence of record, the majority of the Board is convinced that the applicant could not have taken any action to correct the errors on his OSB prior to the convening of the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02359
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: Her Officer Selection Brief (OSB) used during the CY02A board was in error in that an erroneous date of separation (DOS) was present; that the error was discovered by the Air Force Personnel Center (AFPC) after she was not selected for promotion; and, that her record was considered by an SSB on 6 May 02 with this correction made, but with no opportunity for her to examine the record for other errors...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02360
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 02-02360 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Officer Selection Record (OSR) be corrected to include the award of the Air Force Meritorious Service Medal (MSM), the Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM) and he receive Special Selection Board (SSB) consideration for promotion to the grade of major...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02361
The case was transferred to the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records (AFBCMR) and on 30 August 1982, the applicant was notified that his case was denied. The applicant, nevertheless, requests that the Article 15 actions involved be set aside. His discharge diagnosis was cocaine and alcohol abuse.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02362
A complete copy of the Air Force evaluation is attached at Exhibit D. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Through his congressman, the applicant provided a statement as to the circumstances surrounding his recruitment in the Air Force, his military service and subsequent discharge. In view of the foregoing, we recommend the applicant’s records be corrected by deleting the words “and conduct” from his narrative reason...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02368
However, several disabling conditions were deleted, without explanation and if they had been properly considered by the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) as required by law and regulation, he contends these additional unfitting conditions would have increased his total rating to be at least 30 percent and he would have been placed on the TDRL. The BCMR Medical Consultant concurs with the findings of the IPEB that the applicant’s conditions did not warrant a disability retirement or placement...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02371
He was not selected by the FY00 Air Force Reserve Colonel Promotion Selection Board. According to ARPC/DPB, the applicant was considered and selected for promotion to the grade of colonel by the FY01 Air Force Reserve Colonel Promotion Selection Board. A review of the available evidence reveals that although the applicant was selected for promotion to the grade of colonel by the FY01 Air Force Reserve Colonel Promotion Selection Board, the Senate essentially withheld confirmation of the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02376
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 02-02376 INDEX CODES: 100.06, 126.04 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The nonjudicial punishment under Article 15 initiated on 6 Apr 98 and imposed on 23 Apr 98 be set aside and removed from his records. He asked four times about his rights regarding the base and state driving laws. Therefore,...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02377
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The BCMR Medical Consultant reviewed applicant’s request and opined that the narrative reason for discharge can be changed to Secretarial Authority and states that no change in the characterization of service or Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) code is warranted. The RE code of 2C, “Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge; or entry-level characterization of service” is correct. After a...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02385
The applicant submitted a request to the Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) to have his under honorable conditions (general) discharge upgraded to honorable. The applicant submitted a request to the Air Force Personnel Board (AFPB) to change his reenlistment code. Based on the information and evidence provided they recommend the applicant's request be denied (Exhibit D).
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02387A
AFBCMR 02-02387 INDEX NUMBER: 131.00 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Special Review Board and adopt that recommendation as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, the applicant's records should be corrected as set forth in the accompanying Memorandum for the Chief of Staff. Members of the Board,...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02392
DPPTR states that Public Law 96-402 permits members who have been rated 100 percent disabled by the DVA for five continuous years immediately following retirement, or ten consecutive years if rated 100 percent after retirement, to withdraw from SBP. He could have terminated his SBP coverage during the 1998 - 1999 open disenrollment period, but did not submit a request to do so. _________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02394
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 02-02394 COUNSEL: FREDERICK C. STERN HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) Code of 2C be changed to allow his enlistment in the Air National Guard (ANG). _________________________________________________________________ THE APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: The record, as it exists, does...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02395
Applicant’s NGB Form 22, Report of Separation and Record of Service, reflects that he received a general discharge on 31 May 2000 under the provisions of AFI 36-3209, para 3.21.3.2 (Misconduct - Drug Abuse). _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: ANG/DPFP recommends denial. 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 National Guard...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02405
When he received his feedback after this EPR, he was given the justification for the ratings: for not making quota, it was reduced to a 4 and, for not meeting the expectations, it was reduced again to an overall 3 rating. He was able to obtain a different letter of direction given to him in August 1999 and a letter given to him only 19 days after being assigned his first monthly quota. A complete copy of their evaluation is attached at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02406
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 02-02406 INDEX CODE: 111.02 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The Enlisted Performance Report (EPR) rendered for the period 29 January 2000 through 28 January 2001 be declared void and replaced with a reaccomplished report. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02409
The AFPC/DPPPR evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT’S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant states that the medical evidence provided with his application indicates that the attending physician at Pleiku AB, RSVN noted that he was struck in the back of the head, and it was evident to him one week later. At the time, considering how minor his wounds were compared to those killed, he did not seek...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02423
The case was reviewed by the Air Force Personnel Board and returned to the Strategic Air Command (SAC) on 3 February 1960 recommending the applicant appear before a Board of Inquiry to show cause why he should not be discharged from all appointments held in the Air Force. Other than the applicant’s assertion, no evidence has been presented to show an abuse of authority by his former wing commander or that of the members of the Board of Inquiry. With regards to the applicant’s allegation...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02424
___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: He incorrectly completed the DD Form 2656-1, Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) Election Statement for Former Spouse Coverage, and should have completed it to reflect former spouse coverage. On 1 Aug 02, they requested that the applicant provide a completed DD Form 2656-1, Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) Election Statement for Former Spouse Coverage, and his former spouse’s marriage certificate. The complete...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02438
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBERS: 02-02438 COUNSEL: None HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His time spent completing his degree on the Educational Delay Program (EDP) be recalculated to provide 100% credit so that his date of rank (DOR) to second lieutenant would be 14 Dec 99, rather than 22 Sep 00. We find it troubling that, had the applicant...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02444
Members of the Board Mr. Edward C. Koenig, III, Ms. Martha Maust, and Mr. John E. Pettit, considered this application on 30 January 2003. EDWARD C. KOENIG, III Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, HQ AFPC/DPPRS, dtd 8 Jan 03. AFBCMR 02-02444 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02455
The Evaluation Reports Appeal Board (ERAB) denied his request. He has not substantiated his contention that the contested report was not rendered in good faith by all evaluators based on knowledge available at the time. A complete copy of their evaluation is attached at Exhibit D. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: On 4 October 2002, copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the applicant for review and...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02460
They indicate that according to their records, the applicant has not declined his FSGLI coverage, nor is there any evidence submitted which indicates any injustice occurred. A complete copy of the evaluation is at Exhibit B. 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 conclusion that the applicant...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02462
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 02-02462 INDEX NUMBER: 131.00 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: None XXX-XX-XXXX HEARING DESIRED: No _______________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Officer Selection Brief (OSB) prepared for the CY01B Central Lieutenant Colonel Selection Board be corrected to show his correct duty title for the entry effective 1 Oct 93 under the “Assignment...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02479
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 02-02479 INDEX CODE: COUNSEL: Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be restored to the grade of staff sergeant. Exhibit D. Letter, AFPC/DPPPWB, dated 4 Oct 02. Exhibit E. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 18 Oct 02.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02483
The applicant’s psychiatric condition was properly rated by the Physical Evaluation Board. AFPC/DPPD stated that Air Force disability boards can only rate unfitting medical conditions based on the individual’s medical status at the time of his or her evaluation; in essence, a snapshot of their condition at that time. A complete copy of the AFPC/DPPD evaluation is at Exhibit D. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02484
The author recommends the applicant be credited with at least 30 days TDY to Tuy Hoa AB, Vietnam during 18 Mar 68 to 13 Apr 69. If it was stamped in Vietnam any time after 28 Mar 68, the applicant could not have been there for 30 days since his medical records show he was in a fistfight in Taiwan on 18 Apr 68 and was hospitalized until 24 Apr 68. While the possibility exists that the applicant may have been in Vietnam at some time, he has provided no evidence verifying that he was TDY...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02492
The applicant was discharged effective 21 May 2002 with an uncharacterized entry-level separation with a separation code JDA (fraudulent entry into military service) and a reentry code of 2C (entry level separation without characterization of service). _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPAE reviewed the applicant’s case file and concludes that the RE code of 2C is correct. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02496
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBERS: 02-02496 COUNSEL: None HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His time spent completing his degree on the Educational Delay Program (EDP) be recalculated to provide 100% credit so that his date of rank (DOR) to second lieutenant (2LT) would be 1 July 2000, rather than 6 January 2001. We find it troubling that, had...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02498
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: He was placed at a competitive disadvantage at the calendar year 2000 Lieutenant Colonel Central Selection Board (P0500A), In-the-Promotion Zone (IPZ) for two reasons: (1) A discrepancy in the computerized portion of his OSR, known as the Air Force Officer Selection Brief erroneously indicated to the promotion board that he had been awarded only one MSM when, in fact, he had been awarded two; this...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02499
The IG dismissed the complaint because documented evidence against the complainant supported the 2 EPR rating. After a thorough review of the evidence of record and applicant’s submission, we are unpersuaded that the contested EPR should be removed from her record. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; that...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02500
JA states that with regard to the allegation of assault committed by the applicant on a senior NCO, he has failed to present relevant evidence or any error or injustice warranting relief. Both agreed that the NCO was upset and frightened when she came out of the office and one heard the NCO say the words "don't touch me." She completely fabricated the yelling, cursing, and assault and battery.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02502
The applicant submitted a copy of his Report of Separation and a history of the 74th Bombardment Squadron. The applicant was also informed that a written recommendation would have been submitted, recommending him for the AM. Therefore, AFPC requested the applicant provide a copy of his Report of Separation and any other documents to substantiate his request for award of the AM.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02505
Applicant’s complete submission with attachments, is at Exhibit A. The applicant has waited over 58 years, knowing that there was no medical documentation of a chest wound incurred in December 1944, before submitting a claim for award of the Purple Heart Medal. His Report of Separation shows that he received no wound as a result of enemy action, and there is nothing on the separation physical showing a wound on the right chest.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02509
(It appears the supportive statements provided by the applicant at Exhibit A were presented with his rebuttal comments to the rater’s assessment.) A complete copy of the evaluation is attached at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant reviewed the Air Force evaluation and states that in reference to AFPC/DPPAE stating that a review of his records revealed that on 8 June 1983, Colonel H--- signed...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02512
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2002-02512 INDEX CODE: 110.00 APPLICANT COUNSEL: None SSN HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His bad conduct discharge (BCD) be upgraded. The court-martial, convening authority and the appellate court considered his psychological diagnosis, as well as other mitigating evidence. A complete copy of the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02519
Applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit A. Applicant enlisted in the Air Force Reserve on 14 November 1991, for a period of six years. He had served a total of 22 years and 1 month of satisfactory service at the time of discharge, of which the last five were in the Air Force Reserve.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02527
He was honorably discharged on 6 February 1969, having served eight years on active duty. His DD Form 214 for his second term of active duty reflects the applicant was awarded the Air Force Good Conduct Medal (AFGCM) 1OLC for period 7 February 1964 through 6 February 1967; the Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM), 17 January 1967; and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal (RVCM). The DPPPR evaluation with attachments is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2002-02531
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: The Definitely Promote (DP) recommendation he received on his Promotion Recommendation Form (PRF) for the P0599A Lieutenant Colonel Promotion Board was unfairly and arbitrarily discounted by the Special Selection Board (SSB) that considered him for promotion to lieutenant colonel following his nonselection for promotion by the P0599A selection board. The HQ AFPC/DPPPO evaluation is at Exhibit...