AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03024
On 20 August 2002, a psychiatrist diagnosed him with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and referred him to a Medical Evaluation Board (MEB). _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The BCMR Medical Consultant recommends the application be denied and states, in part, that applicant’s service medical records clearly show the condition existed prior to military service having onset in childhood. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03026
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: In accordance with MPFM 01-21 and AFI 36-2134 "time spent in confinement is considered to be non-creditable service and must be charged as lost time except if the member is released without trial, acquitted, or the conviction is set aside on legal grounds please contact AFPC/DPWROP for procedures." The period 25 Aug 02 through 22 Oct 02 is considered as 59 days of lost time. We find no evidence of an...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03027
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBERS: BC-2003-03027 INDEX CODE 131.05 COUNSEL: None HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His date of rank (DOR) for E-4/senior airman be changed from 8 Nov 01 to 23 Jul 00. On 8 Nov 01, he joined the Air Force and was reduced to E-4. AFI 36-2604, Service Dates and Dates of Rank, states that if a member returns on...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03034
The applicant’s rater was a Marine Corps officer; his additional rater was an Air Force Brigadier General who was aware of Air Force policies concerning evaluation reports. A copy of the Air Force evaluation is attached at Exhibit E. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR STAFF EVALUATION: The applicant reviewed the Air Force evaluation and states he submitted as evidence his selection as Air Force Physicist of the year for 2001, his...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03035
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03035 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO ___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The narrative reason for separation on her DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, be changed from “Personality Disorder” to “Medical...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03036
His condition was determined to be disqualifying for service and to have existed prior to service (EPTS). The applicant was separated with an uncharacterized ELS on 7 Nov 02, after 5 months and 18 days of active service. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The AFBCMR Medical Consultant advises that medical standards for enlistment indicate that BP over 140/90 (based on three consecutive readings) is disqualifying for enlistment.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03042
__________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: A revision to AFI 36-2803, The Air Force Awards and Decorations Program, reduced the time requirement from 36 months to 24 months for award of the Combat Readiness Medal. In 1994, the criteria for award of the CRM changed from 36 months to 24 months of duty while assigned to a unit designated by a Major Command (MAJCOM) as a combat ready unit. The applicant has not provided any evidence to show that...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03047
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03047 INDEX CODE: 110.02 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) code be changed from 2C to 1A, and her reason for discharge be changed from “Personality Disorder” to failure to adapt. Pursuant to the submission of this application and the opinion of the...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03051
Subsequent to his HOS move, orders were published authorizing a PCS without PCA move from Russia to Hawaii. The DPRCC evaluation is at Exhibit B. AFSLMO/CA states that the applicant should have departed Russia on PCS without PCA orders which would have entitled him to travel and ship his HHGs to Hawaii thus allowing his retirement orders to be used for his HOS move. In this respect, the applicant was stationed in Russia when he elected retirement from the Air Force to be effective 1 Nov 01.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03055
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03055 INDEX CODE: 128.05 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: She be awarded cash enlistment and reenlistment bonuses for both periods of her service in the Air National Guard (ANG): 1997 for three years and 2003 for six years. The criteria for receipt of enlistment/reenlistment bonuses in...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03059
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBERS: BC-2003-03059 INDEX CODE: 131.00 COUNSEL: None HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to change his rank from Private First Class (PFC) to Sergeant Tech 4th Grade (T/4 Sgt) on his DD Form 214, Report of Separation. The applicant's delay in filing a claim has caused prejudice to the Air...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03061
AFBCMR BC-2003-03061 INDEX CODE: 128.14 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03065
He was briefed that SBP costs would be 50% of his retirement pay, which they agonized over before declining SBP coverage. If they were correctly informed during their initial briefing, they would have elected to participate in the program and she would have never signed the form declining coverage. Further, there is no record the member submitted an election under PL 105-261.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03071
He was considered by Physical Evaluation Board and was advised by his counsel that the PEB decision "would not be in his best interest" and he was returned to duty. The Medical Consultant quotes the presumption of fitness as stating "active duty members who develop medical problems...". The board did not give favorable consideration to any evidence presented on his behalf including 18 years of outstanding service, medical records diagnosing bulging discs with radiating pain, and the...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03076
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03076 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: 1. His records be corrected to reflect service in Vietnam. After a thorough review of the applicant's submission and the available evidence of record, we are not persuaded that he should be awarded the Purple Heart.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03078
The commander in this case clearly considered all of the information the applicant provided. The Consultant provides details and analysis of the applicant’s military and DVA medical records and finds no evidence to support a diagnosis of Behcet’s disease either in service or following discharge. This is why a military member can receive a disability rating from the DVA without being rated by the Air Force, or receive a higher rating from the DVA than the one awarded by the Air Force.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03080
The applicant's EPR profile is as follows: PERIOD ENDING PROMOTION RECOMMENDATION 7 May 03 5 7 May 02 2 - Contested Report 4 Apr 01 5 4 Apr 00 5 4 Apr 99 5 4 Apr 98 5 4 Apr 97 4 _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFLSA/JAJM recommends denial. Congress and the Secretary have designated the commander and the appeal authority the responsibility for determining the appropriateness of an otherwise lawful punishment. THOMAS S....
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03083
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03083 INDEX CODE: 100.03, 100.06, 110.02 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: 1. The discharge authority concurred with the recommendation and directed that he be discharged with service characterized as uncharacterized. Rather, as was noted by the Air Force office or primary responsibility,...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03086
The letter provided by the applicant’s supervisor [emphasis advisory’s] during the reporting period clearly states he was to provide an AF Form 77 to the rater for an evaluation to be accomplished. A complete copy of the evaluation is at Exhibit D. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: He does not contend that 28 Feb 02 OPR rater was not his actual rater but rather that she was not his direct supervisor. The evidence...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03088
It appears that the applicant elected to enlist for a period of six years primarily on the presumption that he would receive an increased enlistment bonus after successful completion of Heating, Vent, Air Conditioning Refrigeration technical training. While we agree with the Air Force office of primary responsibility that no error exists; after careful review of the evidence provided and the circumstances presented in this case, we believe that some form of relief is justified. Exhibit C....
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03089
The determination that it existed prior to service was based on his report that the condition existed since the 7th grade. Exhibit C. Letter, BCMR Medical Consultant, dated 30 Apr 04. Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 12 May 04.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03090
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03090 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: None HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her bad conduct discharge (BCD) be upgraded to an honorable discharge. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFLSA/JAJM states an application must be filed within three years after...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03091
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03091 INDEX CODE: 110.02 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code be changed to one that would enable him to reenlist. At the time members are separated from the Air Force, they are furnished an RE code predicated upon the quality of their service and...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03092
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03092 INDEX CODE: 110.02 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her reenlistment eligibility (RE) code be changed so that she may enlist in the Navy. The basis for the action was on 7 March 1996, a medical evaluation board found she did not meet minimum medical standards to join the Air Force. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03093
A complete copy of the evaluation is at Exhibit C. The AFBCMR Medical Consultant advises that a computed axial scan of the applicant’s head at the time of the accident was normal and an electroencephalogram performed 10 months later was normal, both objective evidence arguing against serious brain trauma or its residuals. The applicant has provided no persuasive evidence that he was denied due process or that the actions taken against him were inappropriate or unsupported by his own...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03094
Up until that date, he never had any back problems. He contend his herniated discs were due to the 42 assault landings performed during the training flight; however, the preponderance of the medical evidence indicates the inciting event was picking up and installing a landing gear pin following the completion of a training flight. Therefore, if his injury had been incurred installing the pin then it should be considered during the performance of flight duties.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03095
On 6 March 2000, the applicant submitted her rebuttal letter to SAFPC requesting a disability retirement, with a compensable disability rating of 40 percent. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATIONS: The BCMR Medical Consultant summarized the information contained in the applicant’s personnel and medical records and is of the opinion that the preponderance of the evidence of the record supports a disability rating of 20 percent. A complete...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03098
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The BCMR Medical Consultant recommends denial. His duties as a telephone systems technician for many years and other documented injuries are far more likely to have contributed to the development of degenerative back disease than the brief time he served as an airborne communications specialist. However, we agree with the opinion and recommendation of the BCMR Medical Consultant and adopt his rationale...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03100
Applicant's submission, with attachment, is at Exhibit A. The applicant was discharged from the Air Force on 8 November 1954 under the provisions of AFR 39-17 (unfitness) with an undesirable discharge. Second, he went AWOL one time for 30 days.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03101
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03101 INDEX CODE: 107.00 XXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: AMERICAN LEGION XXXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be awarded the Purple Heart Medal. DPPPR states that on 1 March 2004, they requested the applicant either withdraw his request for the Purple Heart or submit additional documentation to support...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03103
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPD recommends denial. The fact that a member may incur a medical condition during a period of war or while performing combat operations is not sufficient evidence to support a combat-related determination. Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPPD, dated 20 Jan 04.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03104
He received a separation designator code of JBK and a RE code of 2X, “First-term, second-term, or career airman considered but not selected for reenlistment under the SRP”. At the time members are separated from the Air Force, they are furnished an RE code predicated upon the quality of their service and circumstances of their separation. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03106
The commander was counseled by the First Sergeant not to show that leniency, despite his (applicant’s) job performance. After thoroughly reviewing the evidence of record, the Board is persuaded the applicant’s rank at the time of discharge should be reinstated to staff sergeant. Therefore, despite his failure in the weight control management program, the Board believes the applicant served honorably in the grade of staff sergeant and should have his grade of staff sergeant reinstated...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03138
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBERS: BC-2003-03138 COUNSEL: None HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The Field Grade Officer Performance Reports (OPR) closing out 30 September 1998, 30 September 1999, 30 September 2000 and 31 July 2001 be removed and replaced with reaccomplished reports covering the same periods and consideration for promotion to...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03141
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03141 INDEX CODE 100.06 COUNSEL: None HEARING DESIRED: Yes _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) code be changed from 2C to 3K or 1A. Based on his performance during his last two missions and his demonstrated attitude on numerous training flights, the board found he did not successfully...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03149
INDEX CODE: 131.10 BC-2003-03149 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-2003-03150
His CRSC application was disapproved on 3 Sep 03 based on the fact that although his DVA service-connected medical conditions exceeded the 60% rating, his PTSD was determined to be insufficiently documented and was not rated. Even though he did not receive any of the medals or commendations considered to be supportive of stressors and combat exposure, the DVA conceded to his stressful events as due to his duty as a combat photographer. Exhibit H. Letter, Applicant, dated 27 Sep 04.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03153
On 30 Jun 69, he was promoted to the Reserve grade of lieutenant colonel. The highest grade he held during his career was lieutenant colonel and he is receiving retired pay in the correct grade. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice that would warrant advancement of the applicant's grade on the Reserve retired list.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03156
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03156 INDEX CODE: 107.00, 110.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His DD Form 214, Certificate of Discharge or Release from Active Duty, be corrected to include the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (AFOUA) and the Air Force Good Conduct Medal (AFGCM). Regarding the AFGCM, DPPPR states he...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03160
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03160 INDEX CODE: 112.10 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE XXXXXXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code be changed from 2C (involuntary separation with honorable discharge) to enable him to be reinstated. On 2 July 2003, his commander notified the applicant that he...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03161
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03161 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The closeout date of his Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM) for the period 3 May 1999 to 15 January 2003 be changed to 15 October 2002, and included in his record for promotion cycle 03E6. A complete copy of the evaluation is...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03167
He receive all back pay and allowances from 15 April 2000, the date he was released from active duty, until now. He requests a medical retirement from the Air National Guard (ANG). After more physical therapy he was sent back to the ANG for duty to see if he experienced any more problems.
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03168
The applicant filed an appeal with the Evaluation Reports Appeal Board, which denied her request. The complete evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: In her response to the Air Force evaluations, the applicant provides specific examples that she indicates cause the contested OPR to be in violation of Air Force Instruction 36-2406. In her response to the Air Force evaluation, the applicant...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03168A
In a 13-page letter with seven attachments, dated 14 Sep 04, the applicant requests reconsideration of the Board’s decision (Exhibit L). In fact, the Board did consider her request for a hearing, but did not believe it would aid their understanding of the issues involved in her case and so denied her request. The applicant was so advised in a letter forwarding the correct decision documents (Exhibit M).
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03169
Disability processing records reveal a Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) was initiated on 17 Jun 03, and the results was referred to the Informal Physical Evaluation Board (IPEB) which ultimately recommended she be discharged with entitlement to disability severance pay with a 10 percent disability rating. Because her disability rating was rated less than 30 percent disabling, she was not eligible for a disability retirement under the provision of Title 10, USC, Section 1201. Based on a...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03178
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03178 COUNSEL: None HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The Officer Performance Report (OPR) for the period 5 May 2001 through 4 May 2002 be declared void and replaced with the revised OPR and he receive Special Selection Board (SSB) consideration for promotion to the grade of colonel by the CY02B Central...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03182
He was honorably discharged on 6 August 2002, under the provisions of AFI 36-3208 (Completion of Required Active Service) and was assigned an RE code of 4E (i.e., Grade is airman first class or below and airman completed 31 or more months). His assigned RE code of 4E accurately reflects that he was an airman first class who completed more than 31 months of service at the time of his separation. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03187
On 5 Mar 99, the Mental Health Clinic recommended the applicant be permanently decertified from the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP) because of ongoing depressed mood and difficulties adjusting to the area and climate. The Consultant notes the narrative reason for discharge is “Personality Disorder,” even though the applicant was not diagnosed with this disorder. [Note: The narrative reason has been administratively changed to “Secretarial Authority.”] A complete copy of the evaluation...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03189
The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 12 November 1952 for a period of four (4) years in the grade of airman third class. Applicant was discharged on 13 November 1953, in the grade of airman basic with a general (under honorable conditions) discharge, under the provisions of AFR 39-21 (Fraudulent Entry Into the Air Force). However, today a fraudulent entry would receive an honorable discharge and considering the discharge occurred 50 years ago and the type of offense leading...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03190
The discharge authority approved the recommended discharge action and he received an undesirable discharge on 29 March 1965 for unfitness - sexual perversion. On 12 June 1968, the Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) considered and denied the applicant’s request for an upgrade of his discharge. After thoroughly reviewing the evidence of record and noting the applicant’s complete submission, we find no evidence of error or injustice.