AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00291
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00291 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE XXXXXXXXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: She be given an exception to policy for her medical disqualification from service due to a history of atopic dermatitis. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00293
We do not take issue with the applicant’s contention her divorce decree ordered her deceased former husband to provide former spouse coverage for her under the SBP, but he did not do so. However, since neither the applicant nor her deceased former husband took the necessary actions to ensure she was provided former spouse coverage under the SBP within the one-year period in which they could have done so, it appears that the applicant has no legal entitlement to the relief sought. It...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00294
In this case, the applicant did not provide any documentation demonstrating that he exercised due diligence in ensuring these missing citations were filed in his OSR prior to convening of the CY02B board. Since it is the officer’s responsibility to ensure the accuracy of his record, they believe that had he checked his OSR prior to the CY99A and CY02B CSBs he would have noticed the missing citations and taken timely corrective action. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00295
AFBCMR BC-2004-00295 INDEX CODE: 121.00 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-2004-00296
AFBCMR BC-2004-00296 Index Code: 128.00 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-2004-00298
INDEX CODE: 137.04 AFBCMR BC-2004-00298 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-2004-00300
FREDERICK R. BEAMAN III Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFPC/DPPAE, dtd 20 Feb 04, w/atch AFBCMR BC-2004-00300 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00303
AFBCMR BC-2004-00303 INDEX CODE: 107.00 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00308
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00308 INDEX CODE: COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His narrative reason for his separation and his reenlistment eligibility (RE) code of 2C be changed. It appears that the applicant informed his recruiter that he had a knee problem and was told that before he enlisted he should have it...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00311
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00311 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be awarded the Air Medal (AM), Bronze Star Medal (BSM), Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) for the Dominican Republic. Some additional documentation was provided by the applicant, however, none of it was a recommendation...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00314
DPPD states based on a review of his DVA records and personnel files, he served as an aircrew member for many years while on active duty and his impaired hearing is combat-related but his tinnitus is not combat-related. Since the applicant's request for CRSC compensation for his hearing loss and tinnitus has been approved by the CRSC board, the only matter requiring consideration by this Board is his request for award of the KSM, PH, BS, and MSM. After a thorough review of the applicant's...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00315
He completed a total of 3 years, 9 months, and 3 days of active service and was serving in the grade of airman (E-2) at the time of discharge. The AFPC/DPPRS evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT’S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: He was doing well in the Air Force until he came home and found his wife in bed with another airman, whom she eventually married. After thoroughly reviewing the evidence of record and noting the...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00318
Applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit A. c. Is entitled to retired pay, notwithstanding that such retired pay may be reduced due to receipt of Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) disability compensation. ___________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2004-00318 in Executive Session on 15 September 2004, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603: Mr. Thomas S. Markiewicz, Chair Ms. Martha A. Maust,...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00319
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00319 INDEX CODE: 112.05 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Date Initially Entered Military Service (DIEMS) be changed from 7 February 1986 to 11 September 1986. On 7 May 2002, he received notification that due to problems with the military personnel data system at the time of his...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00322
A complete copy of the AFPC/DPPPO evaluation is at Exhibit D. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: By letter, dated 28 Apr 04, the applicant provided a response to the advisory opinions, reiterating the contested report is erroneous and unjust. It is the majority’s opinion that the statements from the rater and additional rater represent their retrospective judgments of the applicant’s performance which, in their view,...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00326
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: In her quest to become pregnant and have a family, with over 19 years of service, she elected to take the Special Separation Benefit (SSB) in order to pay for medical procedures she could not obtain in the military. Based on the documentation in the applicant’s master personnel file, she voluntarily applied to separate from the Air Force to receive the Special Separation Benefit being offered at that...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00327
When the applicant was discharged he received an RE code of “2B” which indicated the applicant was involuntarily separated with a general or UOTHC discharge. The AFDRB reviewed the applicant’s discharge and determined the discharge should be upgraded based on the applicant’s overall quality of service, however, the discharge upgrade still fell under the purview of the RE code “2B”. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00329
AFBCMR BC-2004-00329 INDEX NUMBER: 121.00 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00334
AFOATS/JA states that the applicant has not submitted sufficient evidence to substantiate his request and that it appears that he tried to play the waiting game for his best personal options and in a time crunch chose to accept the HPSP. The applicant did not apply for the educational delay within 90 days of the projected commissioning date; therefore, the detachment commander did not abuse his authority by not accepting the application, advises AFOATS/JA. After a thorough review of...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00339
_________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: Records indicate that, prior to his 1 April 1989 retirement, the applicant (who was married at the time of his election) elected child only coverage based on full, retired pay. It would be inequitable to those members, who chose to elect spouse coverage when eligible and subsequently received reduced retired pay, to provide an additional opportunity for the applicant to change his SBP election. We took...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00340
AFBCMR BC-2004-00340 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-2004-00346
Applicant’s complete response is at Exhibit E. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT: 1. Therefore, in the absence of sufficient evidence the applicant was not properly considered for promotion to the grade of lieutenant colonel by a duly constituted selection board, we agree with the recommendation of the OPR and adopt their rationale as the basis for our decision the applicant has failed to sustain his burden of establishing he has...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00350
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00350 INDEX NUMBER: 100.00 XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE XXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Date of Initial Entry to Uniformed Services (DIEUS) be changed from 19 December 1980 to 25 August 1980, or in the alternative, his records be corrected to show that he falls under the retirement plan of final...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00351
INDEX CODE: 137.00 AFBCMR BC-2004-00351 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00352
The Purple Heart is awarded for wounds received as a direct result of enemy actions. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, evidence has not been presented which would lead us to believe that his injuries were incurred as a direct result of enemy fire. Exhibit C. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 2 Jun 04.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00355
On 2 March 1989, the applicant's commander notified the applicant he was being recommended for a discharge for misconduct. On 13 May 2004, the Board requested the applicant provide documentation on his post-service activities (Exhibit F). DAVID C. VAN GASBECK Panel Chair AFBCMR BC-2004-00355 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00358
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00358 INDEX NUMBER: 136.00 COUNSEL: NONE XXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: NO ___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The requirement of 20 years of service be waived so that he may be eligible for the Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC) program. c. Is entitled to retired pay, notwithstanding that such retired pay may be reduced...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00360
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: At the time of his separation, he was told he would be able to enlist in any branch of service but the Air Force. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The Medical Consultant noted the applicant requested an early separation based on his sickle cell trait. In view of the foregoing, and in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we conclude that no...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00361
At that time, the applicant was also invited to provide additional evidence pertaining to his activities since leaving the service (Exhibit F). The majority of the Board finds no evidence of error in this case and after thoroughly reviewing the evidence of record, they do not believe the applicant has suffered an injustice. Exhibit F. Letter, AFBCMR, dated 26 Apr 04, w/atchs.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00364
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00364 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC) discharge be upgraded to honorable. On 28 March 1967, the discharge authority approved the discharge and directed the applicant be discharged with an under other than...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00365
His punishment consisted of reduction in grade to the rank of airman basic with an effective date and date of rank of 8 Sep 58. The discharge authority approved an undesirable discharge and directed that the applicant be issued a DD Form 258AF, “Undesirable Discharge Certificate.” On 27 Mar 59, applicant was discharged under the provisions of AFR 39-17, with service characterized as under other than honorable conditions. At that time, the applicant was also invited to provide additional...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00372
Therefore, the facts surrounding his Air Force military service cannot be verified. He entered active duty on 1 June 1944 and was assigned to duties in the Air Corps. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT be corrected to show that on 1 June 1945, he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for heroism while participating as a member of an aircrew...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00383
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00383 INDEX CODE: 110.02 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His undesirable discharge be upgraded to general (under honorable conditions). On 28 August 1974, the commander recommended that the applicant be discharged from the Air Force with an honorable discharge. Exhibit E. Letter,...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00384
Applicant’s complete submission, with attachment, is at Exhibit A. 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 applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice. _________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00386
AFPC/DPPPR states, in part, that although the applicant’s records indicate that he completed a total of 35 combat missions and he has submitted a DFC recommendation signed by his former commander, in 1946, General “Hap” Arnold ordered theater commanders not to award the AM or DFC based solely on the number of combat missions completed, but rather for acts of heroism in combat flight or extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight. Applicant’s records do not indicate he was...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00390
Applicant was discharged on 17 Jun 72, in the grade of airman first class, under the provisions of AFM 39-12, Separation for Unsuitability, Misconduct, Resignation, or Request for Discharge for the Good of the Service and Procedures for the Rehabilitation Program (unsuitability), and received an under honorable conditions (general) discharge. He served on active duty for a period of 2 years, 9 months, and 26 days. A complete copy of the Air Force evaluation is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00394
A Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) found her disqualified for further military service 5 years short of a 20-year retirement. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 30 Apr 04 for review and comment within 30 days. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00395
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The DFAS US Military Retired Pay section states that no action can be taken by them to pay the applicant the barred pay. The applicant’s complete response, with attachments, is at Exhibit G. _________________________________________________________________ REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Since the documents provided by the applicant regarding the IRS lien against his pay did not indicate if it was...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00397
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00397 INDEX CODE: 133.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His grade of airman first class (E-3) be reinstated, with his original date of rank (DOR) of 9 October 2000, and consideration for promotion to the grade of senior airman (E-4). The applicant is currently serving on active duty in...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00403
A complete copy of the evaluation is attached at Exhibit C. AFPC/DPPPWB states that a review of the applicant’s record reveals only one report was actually indorsed by MSgt B--- (28 January 1966 - 27 January 1967). To be considered for promotion to master sergeant, an individual must have 24 months time- in-grade, possess a 7-skill level Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC), and be recommended by the commander. They found nothing in his record to indicate an error or injustice was made that...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00406
On that same date, applicant acknowledged receipt of the administrative discharge action and waived his entitlement to appear before a board of officers and requested discharge in lieu of board proceedings. On 23 Dec 58, the discharge authority approved a general discharge and directed that the applicant be issued a DD Form 257AF, “General Discharge.” On 31 Dec 58, applicant was discharged under the provisions of AFR 39-16, with service characterized as under honorable conditions. A...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00408
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00408 INDEX CODE: 110.02 XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE XXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: NO ___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His general (under honorable conditions) discharge be upgraded to honorable. On 18 Jan 80, applicant was discharged under the provisions of AFM 39-12, by reason of misconduct - frequent involvement...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00409
INDEX CODE: 137.04 AFBCMR BC-2004-00409 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00412
However, the BOI found he had committed the other offenses and recommended the applicant receive a general discharge from the Air Force. He had seven days time lost due to civilian confinement. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/JA recommends the applicant’s requests be denied.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00413
INDEX CODE: 121.03 AFBCMR BC-2004-00413 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-2004-00414
The applicant was able to use 9 days of leave over the course of the FY. ___________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT, be corrected to show that thirty (30) days of leave were added to his leave account commencing 2 October 2003. Letter, AFPC/DPSFOC, dated 20 Feb 04 Exhibit C. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 27 Feb 04 JACKSON A. HAUSLEIN JR. Panel Chair AFBCMR...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00415
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. Michael K. Gallogly, Ms. Renee M. Collier, and Mr. Joseph D. Yount considered this application on 11 March 2004. MICHAEL K. GALLOGLY Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, HQ USAF/DPSFOC, dtd 20 Feb 04 w/atch AFBCMR BC-2004-00415 INDEX CODE:...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00416
The applicant was able to use 4 days of leave over the course of the FY. ___________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT, be corrected to show that thirty (30) days of leave were added to his leave account commencing 2 October 2003. Letter, AFPC/DPSFOC, dated 20 Feb 04 Exhibit C. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 27 Feb 04 JACKSON A. HAUSLEIN JR. Panel Chair AFBCMR...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00417
INDEX CODE: 121.03 AFBCMR BC-2004-00417 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-2004-00418
INDEX CODE: 121.03 AFBCMR BC-2004-00418 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...