AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04182
INDEX CODE: 112.02 BC-2003-04182 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 | CY2004 | BC-2003-04226
At the time of his retirement physical he denied otoxins, vertigo, or ear fullness and tinnitus, though the physician's impression was bilateral sensory hearing loss on his left ear and conductive deafness on his right ear. His bilateral hearing loss is documented as incurred while on active duty but is not considered to be combat-related. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04227
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: When he made his decision to voluntarily retire, he was undergoing treatment for depression and due to the medication he was taking was not able to fully understand the ramifications of his decision. The complete evaluation is at Exhibit C. The AFBCMR Medical Consultant recommends denial of the applicant’s request for reinstatement to active duty. The complete evaluation is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04230
INDEX CODE: 100.02 BC-2003-04230 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: APPLICANT 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04231
On 2 April 2002, the AFBCMR considered and granted the applicant’s request to set aside an Article 15 he received on 8 May 98 (Exhibit B). He opines that even though a recommendation was not submitted, a review of the applicant’s records show that he deserves the medal. We take this position with careful consideration of counsel’s assertion that if the applicant had not received the Article 15 in May 1998, which the Board set aside in a previous appeal action, he would have certainly been...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04234
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-04234 INDEX CODE: 108.07 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His service-connected medical conditions, hearing loss, hypertension, and tinnitus, be assessed as combat related in order to qualify for compensation under the Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC) Act. In support of his...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04236
BC-2003-04236, et al 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 the individuals listed on the attached roster be corrected to show that they...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04238
AFBCMR BC-2003-04238 INDEX CODE: 121.03 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: XXXXXXX, XXXXXXX 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04239
BC-2003-04239, et al 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 the individuals listed on the attached roster be corrected to show that they...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04240
BC-2003-04240, et al 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 the individuals listed on the attached roster be corrected to show that they...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04241
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-04241 INDEX CODE: 131.01 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His 2002 and 2003 Lieutenant Colonel promotion board deferrals be vacated and that his Individual Ready Reserve (IRR) time be deleted from his Total Federal Commissioned Service Date (TFCSD) total. We took notice of...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04244
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-04244 INDEX CODE: 131.04 COUNSEL: FRED L. BAUER HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: A letter of reprimand (LOR) dated 15 September 2002, and the Officer Performance Report (OPR) rendered for the period 30 June 2001 through 29 June 2002 be removed from her record and her promotion to major be backdated to...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04245
AFBCMR BC-2003-04245 INDEX CODE: 137.00 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 | CY2004 | BC-2003-04247
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSFOC states that they e-mailed the applicant on 21 January 2004 and requested she provide either a copy of her WBFMP case file or a letter of support from her commander detailing how she was unfairly treated while on the WBFMP. Since her record does not contain a letter from her commander recommending promotion to SRA, they must conclude that her promotion remained in withhold status. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04253
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: On 2 February 2003, DPPPR notified applicant that there was no documentation in his military record indicating that he was eligible for any of these awards. These documents do not exist in his military record and he did not provide these documents with his DD Form 149. His service was in the Regular Air Force, not in the Reserves.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04256
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-04256 INDEX NUMBER: 136.00 XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE XXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: YES ___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Air Force active duty service time be considered to qualify him for Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC). ___________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04258
BC-2003-04258, et al 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 the individuals listed on the attached roster be corrected to show that they...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04259
INDEX CODE: 121.03 AFBCMR BC-2003-04259 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 | CY2004 | BC-2003-04262
INDEX CODE: 137.00 AFBCMR BC-2003-04262 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 | CY2004 | BC-2003-04263
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, Ms. Barbara R. Murray, and Mr. David C. Van Gasbeck, considered this application on 12 February 2004. BRENDA L. ROMINE Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFPC/DPPAE, dtd 22 Jan 04 AFBCMR BC-2003-04263 INDEX CODE:...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04267
The facts pertaining to the applicant’s medical conditions are discussed in the advisory opinion provided by the Medical Consultant at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The Medical Consultant recommended denial noting the applicant was denied service connection for gastrointestinal disease by the DVA because his service medical records showed no history of chronic gastrointestinal disease while he was in the service. No...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04273
In support of his request, the applicant submits a personal statement. On 30 July 2003, he applied to the Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) requesting his discharge to be upgraded to honorable. _________________________________________________________________ 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 | CY2004 | BC-2003-04274
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-04274 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: None HEARING DESIRED: Yes _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The term “Personality Disorder” in item 28 on his DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty be removed. On 5 May 1998, the applicant was honorably discharged from the Air Force for a Personality Disorder. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04275
AFBCMR BC-2003-04275 INDEX CODE: 137.00 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 | CY2004 | BC-2003-04278
In a letter to the Air Force Personnel Council (AFPC) in 1987, the applicant requested award of the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal and the Purple Heart Medal. On 8 January 1988, AFPC/DPPPRA advised the applicant he was entitled to the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM), National Defense Service Medal (NDSM), and the Air Force Longevity Service Award (AFLSA). The applicant was again informed he was not eligible for award of the Purple Heart Medal on 8 February 2000.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04280
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPW recommends the application be denied. Since the applicant did not provide the additional information requested AFPC/DPPRS in order to sufficiently evaluate his claim, 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 has not been the victim of an error or injustice. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04282
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-04282 INDEX CODE: 137.04 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His record be changed to reflect the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) coverage he selected was for spouse and dependent children and not spouse only. He states the counselor recommended he select spouse and children coverage (as it...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04283
There is no indication in the records that either the applicant or J. submitted a request to change the SBP coverage from spouse to former spouse within the one-year time period. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT, be corrected to show that on 21 July 2000, he elected under the Survivor Benefit Plan to change his coverage from “spouse” to “former...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04286
BC-2003-04286, et al 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 the individuals listed on the attached roster be corrected to show that they...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04288
AFBCMR BC-2003-04288 INDEX CODE: 131.10 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 | CY2004 | BC-2003-04292
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 03-04292 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be awarded the Purple Heart (PH) for wounds received while serving in the Republic of Vietnam from 1967 through 1968. The DPPPR evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT’S...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04293
INDEX CODE: 128.00 AFBCMR BC-2003-04293 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 | CY2004 | BC-2003-04296
On 23 Apr 02, applicant was notified of his commander's intent to recommend him for an entry level separation for failure to make satisfactory progress in a required training program. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT be corrected by deleting the words “and conduct” from Block 28 (Narrative Reason for Separation) on his DD Form 214, Certificate...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04303
The initial action, taken by the Air Force, in disqualifying her from the scholarship program required her to drop out of medical school and resign her commission. On 19 November 1999, the applicant’s 30 August 1999 resignation was accepted by the Secretary of the Air Force Personnel Council (SAFPC). It was only after she informed the Air Force of her decision to drop out of medical school that she was told she could not be discharged for depression and that the information and guidance...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-04304
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBERS: BC-2003-04304 INDEX CODE 107.00 COUNSEL: None HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be awarded the Purple Heart (PH) for a gunshot wound sustained on 5 Aug 51. Since this was an accident, the applicant is not eligible for the PH and his request should be denied. After a thorough review of the evidence of...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00002
INDEX CODE: 128.14 AFBCMR BC-2004-00002 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 | CY2004 | BC-2004-00003
His Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) records show he was unemployable for several years which should compensate for length of service. He completed 3 years, 2 months, and 3 days of active duty service. 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 its rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00005
Following his successful completion of training, the applicant was assigned to duties as an Bomb-Navigation Systems Mechanic and received three Airman Performance Reports (APRs) closing 21 February 1981, 21 February 1982 and 21 February 1983, in which the overall evaluations were “9,” “9,” and “6.” The applicant was promoted to the grade of senior airman (E-4), effective and with a date of rank of 1 September 1981. The applicant has failed to provide this office with the...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00006
The Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) denied applicant’s request for an upgrade of discharge on 21 August 2002. A complete copy of the Record of Proceedings is attached at Exhibit C. On 28 August 2003, the AFBCMR considered and denied applicant’s request that his reenlistment eligibility (RE) code be upgraded. A complete copy of the Record of Proceedings is attached at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPAT...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00008
INDEX CODE: 137.04 AFBCMR BC-2004-00008 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 | CY2004 | BC-2004-00010
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00010 INDEX CODE: 108.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to show a service connection for his knee problems and chronic numbness in all his extremities. _________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: Applicant’s available...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00015
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00015 INDEX NUMBER: 100.00 XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE XXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His record, to include the Officer Performance Report (OPR) closing 27 June 2003 and the Bronze Star Medal (BSM), be considered for promotion to the grade of lieutenant colonel by a Special Selection Board (SSB)...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00021
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00021 INDEX NUMBER: 123.00 COUNSEL: None HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The 96 days of lost time he incurred due to being involuntarily confined while awaiting trial in civilian court be removed from his record. The statute governing “lost time” requires that a member be charged lost time for all...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00023
The DPSFCM evaluation is at Exhibit D. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the applicant on 16 April 2004 for review and comment within 30 days (Exhibit E). We note that the Air Force office of primary responsibility for SBP coverage recommends providing relief for that part of the applicant’s request concerning SBP coverage, while the Air Force office of primary...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00024
DFAS records indicate that the former service member declined SBP coverage prior to his 1 July 1978 retirement. The member had an opportunity to provide coverage for the applicant during the SBP open enrollment periods authorized by Public Laws (PLs) 97-35 (1 Oct 81 – 30 Sep 82) and 101-189 (1 Apr 92 – 31 Mar 93), but there is no evidence he made such an election. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinion and...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00026
He recommended the discharge authority, the wing commander, initiate the discharge action because the applicant did not meet the standards required to serve as an officer. That same day, the wing commander notified the applicant of his intent to initiate action against him requiring the member to show cause for retention on active duty. A complete copy of the AFPC/DPAMF2 evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00027
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00027 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO ___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Applicant is the son of the former service member who is requesting his father be awarded the Purple Heart (PH) medal for injuries sustained during the Vietnam Conflict. After a thorough review of the evidence of record and the...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00028
On 30 January 1964, he appeared before a board of officers and the findings and recommendation was to separate him with an under other than honorable conditions (undesirable) discharge. The base legal services reviewed the report from the board of officers and found it legally sufficient to support the findings and recommendation to discharge him with an under other than honorable conditions (undesirable) discharge. On 8 April 1964, the Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) considered...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00030
On 17 April 1972, the applicant’s commander forwarded the request to the group commander, recommending approval of the applicant’s request for discharge. He had served 1 year, 6 months and 17 days on active duty. The applicant has provided no evidence indicating the information in the discharge case file was erroneous, his substantial rights were violated, or that his commanders abused their discretionary authority.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00036
AFBCMR BC-2004-00036 INDEX CODE: 128.14 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...