AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00824
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 or his designee. Members of the Board Mr. Joseph A. Roj, Ms. Leslie E. Abbott and Ms. Rita J. Maldonado considered this application on 7 April 2004. JOSEPH A. ROJ Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, HQ AFPC/DPPAE, dtd 16 Mar 04, with attachment AFBCMR BC-2004-00824 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00828
However, JA believes the Air Force did not err in characterizing the time the applicant spent in confinement as time lost. Title 10 United States Code (USC) Section 972(a)(3), states “an enlisted member of an armed force who is confined by military or civilian authorities for more than one day in connection with a trial, whether before, during or after trial, is liable after his return to full duty, to serve the time lost in confinement by adding it to the member’s term of enlistment.”...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00829
INDEX CODE 128.05 112.07 AFBCMR BC-2004-00829 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: 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-2004-00830
After a thorough review of the evidence of record, it is our opinion that since it is unclear as to why the applicant did not complete PME in a timely manner, reasonable doubt has been established as to whether the applicant did not attend PME through no fault of his own. Upon completion of Airman Leadership School, he be promoted to the grade of staff sergeant, effective and with a date of rank of his graduation date. Upon completion of Airman Leadership School, he be promoted to the...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00831
The applicant explains that their recommendation would deny him credit for the NVG time for his 186 hours of HH-53C time and only 9.5 hours of NVG time out of almost 750 hours flown on the MH-53H. They indicate that they concur with the applicant’s request to correct his record to reflect 55% of his total flying time in the MH-53J, MH- 53H, and HH-53C as Primary Night and also NVG time. Therefore, we recommend that the applicant’s records be corrected as indicated below.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00833
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPPR recommended denial and states that they are unable to find evidence of a recommendation for, or award of the DFC. Applicant’s complete response is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT: 1. Exhibit C. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 4 Jun 04.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00835
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00835 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: THE AMERICAN LEGION HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His general (under honorable conditions) discharge be upgraded to an honorable discharge. He believed it would be in the best interest of the Air Force to discharge the applicant. On 29 March 1988, the discharge...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00836
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00836 INDEX CODE: 110.02 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE XXXXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His bad conduct discharge (BCD) be upgraded to an Under Other Than Honorable Conditions (UOTHC) discharge and his records be corrected to reflect his medical status to entitle him to medical care for his...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00838
INDEX CODE: 131.00 AFBCMR 04-00838 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00841
FMFO states the applicant had accrued nine and one-half days of leave while on his 91-day Military Personnel Appropriation (MPA) tour; however, he used three days of leave prior to the end of his tour. FMFQ states that during the applicant’s involuntary recall to EAD period, he accrued 60.5 days of leave of which he used 48 days. THOMAS S. MARKIEWICZ Chair AFBCMR BC-2004-00841 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF Having received and considered the recommendation of the Air Force Board for...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00842
INDEX CODE: 128.05 AFBCMR BC-2004-00842 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-2004-00844
However, the applicant provided a Military Personnel Flight (MPF) certified copy of the same OPR with a correction to the close out date reflecting 2 June 2003. Regardless, either report (with a close out date of 2 June 2003 or 2 July 2003) was not required to be on file for the P0503A CSB. After reviewing the evidence of record, we note the applicant’s OSB did not reflect his current duty assignment at the time the board convened; however, evidence supports that his PRF, reviewed by the...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00847
In support of his appeal, applicant submitted a personal statement, with documents from his military personnel records; copies of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) responses from the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS), dated 22 Aug 02, and 11th Wing, dated 10 Dec 02, and a letter to his member of congress, dated 12 Mar 04. A military judge may only accept a service member’s plea of guilty if it is provident under military law. A complete copy of the evaluation is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00848
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: He was never notified that he was eligible to elect the CSB. Note: DIEUS date was formally known as the Date Initially Entered Military Service (DIEMS) date. Applicant states he was denied an opportunity to render a CSB election, because he was not notified by Air Force officials of his CSB election window.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00851
INDEX CODE: 131.01 AFBCMR BC-2004-00851 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-2004-00852
INDEX CODE: 131.01 AFBCMR BC-2004-00852 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-2004-00855
d. On 16 Sep 02, she received a Letter of Reprimand (LOR) for failure to go to her appointed place of duty at the prescribed time on 9 Sep 02 to 12 Sep 02. e. On 25 Sep 02, she received an LOR for failure to go to her appointed place of duty at the prescribed time. The relevant facts pertaining to the applicant’s medical condition are discussed in the advisory opinion provided by the AFBCMR Medical Consultant at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00859
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00859 INDEX CODE: 100.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: She be offered continuation to serve as a captain in the Air Force until she is eligible for retirement. In support of her request, applicant’s superior submitted a letter of recommendation for continuation. She is currently...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00860
Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice. The evidence of record reflects that, after considering all matters presented by the applicant, his commander determined he had committed the offense alleged, and made the decision to impose nonjudicial punishment under Article 15, UCMJ; the applicant did not appeal the punishment. The applicant does not contest the merits of the Article 15, but simply requests that his Article 15 record...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00861
Based on the information and evidence provided, they recommend the applicant's request be denied (Exhibit D). Although the applicant has presented documented evidence of post- service activities and accomplishments, the Board majority believes that based on the severity of the drug abuse and the drug of choice (LSD), they find no compelling basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this application. Therefore, it is my decision that his discharge be upgraded to an honorable discharge.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00862
On 9 January 1987, the applicant received notification that he was being recommended for discharge for exceeding weight standards. As of this date, no response has been received by this office (Exhibit D). Based on the evidence of record, it appears the applicant was provided with every opportunity available to comply with the Air Force weight standards; however, he failed to do so.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00866
On 8 Aug 56, the squadron commander initiated discharge action, with a general characterization, against the applicant based on his regression of performance. On 28 Jan 65, the applicant filed an appeal for an upgraded discharge with the Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB). A complete copy of the evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A complete copy of the Air Force evaluation was...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00870
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 04-00870 INDEX CODE: 110.02 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) code be changed so he may enlist in the Army. ________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 6 September 2001,...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00872
_________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT be corrected to show that Item 30, Remarks, of the DD Form 214, Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge, issued in conjunction with his honorable discharge on 9 April 1969, be amended to include 91 days of Temporary Duty (TDY) to XXXX. The following documentary evidence was...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00873
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00873 INDEX CODE: 110.02 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His general (under honorable conditions) discharge be upgraded to honorable. On 17 February 1971, applicant submitted an application to the Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) requesting his discharge be upgraded to honorable....
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00876
He is 22 years old now and he realizes he wanted to make something of his life, something he knew he could be proud of and that people would respect. The Medical Consultant states the applicant was administratively discharged for Adjustment Disorder characterized by depressed mood, suicidal ideation, irritability and moodiness, poor concentration and sleep disturbance. Evidence has not been provided in support of his appeal, which would lead us to believe that a change to his reenlistment...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00888
AFBCMR BC-2004-00888 INDEX CODE: 112.03; 112.05 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00892
HQ AFPC/DPAO and DPAOM6 confirmed the applicant’s duty history should have reflected the assignments he requests in this appeal (See Exhibits C and D). _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT, be corrected to show that the Officer Selection Brief (OSB) for the Calendar Year 2003A (CY03A) Lieutenant Colonel Central Selection Board was amended as...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00893
In support of her request, the applicant provided a personal statement, copies of documents pertaining to her active duty and Air National Guard service, and other records pertaining to her college transcript. She was separated from the Air Force on 31 October 1995, with an uncharacterized entry-level separation, and received an RE code of 2C ”Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge; or entry level separation without characterization of service.” She served 5 months and 15 days...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00894
In support of his application, the applicant provides copies of a Department of Veterans Administration (DVA) reconsideration decision; his Certificate of Service documentation, Proceedings of Army Retiring Board for Officers, a letter from his state Senator with attachment, and a letter from the Army Review Board Agency. _________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: The applicant’s military personnel records were destroyed in the 1973 fire at the...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00897
INDEX CODE: 137.04 BC-2004-00897 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-2004-00901
Members of the Board Mr. James E. Short, Ms. Deborah A. Erickson, Ms. Martha A. Maust, considered this application on 27 Apr 04. JAMES E. SHORT Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFPC/DPPAT, dated 9 Apr 04, w/atchs. AFBCMR BC-2004-00901 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 | CY2004 | BC-2004-00906
On 5 Aug 03, the squadron commander notified the applicant that he was recommending his discharge from the Air Force with service characterized as honorable for failure to progress in on-the-job training (OJT). _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPRS recommends denial of the applicant’s request to change the reason for his discharge. The complete evaluation is at Exhibit C. AFPC/DPPAT evaluated the applicant’s request for benefits...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00908
On 5 February 2000, he met a Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) wherein he was found disqualified for worldwide duty for a condition that existed prior to service (EPTS) and recommended for medical discharge. 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 the...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00909
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00909 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His bad conduct discharge (BCD) be upgraded to allow him to receive VA benefits. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00910
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00910 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO (aka:) _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The social security number (SSN) on his DD Form 214 be changed from ***-**-4662 to ***-**-6631. The applicant was asked to provide a letter from the Social Security Administration stating the requested SSN was indeed his SSN...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00912
The commander indicated his reasons for this action were the Article 15 actions and on 28 February 1985 to 22 April 1985, he was counseled numerous times on his bearing, behavior, reporting to duty on time, and AFR 35-10 violations. On 26 March 1986, the Staff Judge Advocate conducted a legal review and recommended the applicant be discharged with a general discharge and he not be afforded an opportunity for probation and rehabilitation. They indicated the Air Force Discharge Review Board...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00913
Officers were not recommended for promotion until they served the minimum time in grade (TIG) requirements. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFPC/DPPPO asserts their review of all applicable regulations regarding POW promotions and the applicant’s record and found no documentation indicating he was recommended for promotion to captain upon his return to military control or that he should have been promoted under any other provisions...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00914
INDEX CODE: 137.03 AFBCMR BC-2004-00914 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-2004-00916
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00916 INDEX NUMBER: 107.00 XXXXXXX COUNSEL: ROBERT L. ASTON XXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) and Fifth and Sixth Oak Leaf Clusters to the Air Medal (AM, 5 & 6 OLCs). In 2001, the AFBCMR awarded a DFC and additional AMs to an applicant who had...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00921
Applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A. The PH is awarded for wounds received as a direct result of enemy actions (i.e., gunshot or shrapnel wounds, hand-to-hand combat wounds, forced aircraft bail out injuries, etc.). In this respect, we note the PH is awarded for wounds received as a direct result of enemy actions and it is necessary the wound required or received treatment by medical personnel.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00922
INDEX CODE: 102.00 AFBCMR BC-2004-00922 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 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. LAURENCE M. GRONER Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFPC/DPPPOO, dtd 21 Apr 04 AFBCMR...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00926
He was recommended for discharge for non-participation. In accordance with Air National Guard Instruction (ANGI) 36-3209, Separation and Retirement Procedures for Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve Members, “…members may be discharged when the member has accumulated nine or more unexcused absences from UTA within a 12-month period.” The discharge proceedings were conducted in accordance with prescribed directives and the State’s Staff Judge Advocate found the discharge legally...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00927
At the time, he presented evidence that he weighed 231 pounds on 13 May 2003 and 205 pounds on 10 June 2003, a loss of 26 pounds. After reviewing the evidence of record, the Board finds no evidence of error related to the nonjudicial punishment proceedings. Applicant’s date of rank to staff sergeant was established as 15 August 2003, the date the commander mitigated the punishment.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00929
On 7 Mar 01, the Wing Commander directed that the applicant be separated from the Air Force based on a Pattern of Misconduct (Conduct Prejudicial to Good Order and Discipline). Applicant has indicated technical irregularity in his case based on AFI 36-3208, paragraph 5.2, which states “Airmen should have an opportunity to overcome their deficiencies before discharge action starts...” Based on the actions taken against the applicant from Mar 00 to Dec 00, he was provided the opportunity to...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00933
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00933 INDEX CODE: 110.02 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code be changed to a “1” category and his narrative reason for separation be changed to allow him to join the Air Force Reserves. On 29 April 1985, the applicant submitted an application to the...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00934
A complete copy of the Air Force evaluation is attached at Exhibit C. HQ AFPC/DPPPR states they were unable to verify the applicant’s entitlement for the AFAM. He was requested to provide a copy of the special order awarding the AFAM; however, he did not respond. However, should the applicant provide a copy of the special order awarding the AFAM or the original citation to the AFAM, this Board would be willing to review the materials for possible reconsideration.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00935
Applicant acknowledged receipt of the notification of discharge on 21 October 1987 and understood if the recommendation for discharge was approved, he could receive a general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The base legal office reviewed the case and found it legally sufficient to support discharge and recommended the conditional waiver be accepted and applicant be separated from the Air Force with a general (under honorable conditions) discharge without probation...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00936
He was retired in the grade of staff sergeant, effective 1 September 1974, and was credited with 20 years and 13 days of active service for retirement. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPRRP recommends the application be denied and states, in part, that advancement on the retired list to the highest grade satisfactorily held on active duty is authorized when a member’s active service plus service on the retired list totals 30...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2004-00937
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFPC/DPPPR advises that, to be awarded the PH, a member must provide detailed evidence/documentation to support he was wounded as a direct result of enemy action and received treatment by medical personnel. By the time he was liberated from the POW camp nine months later, his wounds had healed and no further treatment was necessary. Exhibit E. Letter, Applicant, dated 13 Jun 04, w/atchs.