AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01193
In an addendum dated 21 Sep 07, the applicant references several laws to show the Air Force should have placed him on the Temporary Disability Retired List. The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application, extracted from the applicant’s military records, are contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of the Air Force at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The BCMR Medical Consultant opines no change...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01198
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-01198 INDEX CODE: 110.00, 112.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 19 OCT 08 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: 1. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AETC/SGPS recommends the applicant’s separation code, RE code, and narrative reason be...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01199
Examiner’s Note: The law in effect at the time of the applicant’s divorce did not allow retired members to provide SBP coverage, even if they wished to voluntarily continue their former spouse’s eligibility. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: In her response dated June 22, 2007, the applicant states her former spouse was very sorry and surprised when his request to name her his SBP beneficiary was denied. KATHLEEN...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01208
Applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A. _________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force as an airman basic on 21 November 1991 and was progressively promoted to the grade of staff sergeant. As of this date, no response has been received by this office.
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01209
His two Air Medals (AM) were absent from his OSR. This action took five months to complete; not timely processing. However, noting the Air Force's assessment that the correct duty title was reflected on his OPR covering the contested period and therefore, available to the selection board members, and finding no persuasive evidence that this discrepancy in and of itself, caused his nonselection for promotion, we agree with the Air Force that SSB consideration was not warranted.
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01211
He and the other young men became involved in a robbery and were subsequently incarcerated in Idaho for a period of one year. _________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: According to the limited available military records and those submitted by the applicant, he enlisted in the Army Air Corps at the age of 18 years and 9 months on 10 January 1942 in the grade of private. The certificate of discharge does not indicate any characterization of service.
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01215
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. Laurence M. Groner, Mr. James A. Wolffe, and Ms. Teri G. Spoutz, considered this application on 22 May 2007. LAURENCE M. GRONER Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFPC/DPPAE, dtd 26 Apr 07 AFBCMR BC-2007-01215 INDEX CODE: 121.03 MEMORANDUM FOR...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01216
________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: He was authorized the move per the JFTR, volume 1, section 5255, paragraph D-1, but the 31st CES Housing Flight Chief acted on his own personal interpretation of the regulation. 1, Sec 5355, Para D-1, requires an economy-to-economy move to “be at Government expense, for example, when the member is directed by competent authority to vacate local economy quarters because the commander has: (1) determined...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01219
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-01219 INDEX CODE: 131.01 XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 21 OCT 2008 ___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be considered for promotion to the grade of major by Special Selection Board (SSB) for the CY06B Major Central Selection Board (11 Sep 06) (P0406B) with his Officer...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01220
In support of his appeal, applicant submitted a personal letter; his DD Forms 214, dated 7 Nov 74 and 7 Nov 78; photos documenting his medals, and a Report on Individual Personnel (RIP). ___________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFPC/DPPPR reviewed this application and recommended denial for award of the AFCM. After a careful review of the evidence of record and that provided by the applicant, the Board noted the applicant’s...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01228
DPP records show that the family members are updated in their system. 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 victim of an error or injustice. It appears the applicant was notified on several occasions of her eligibility to participate in RCSBP and...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01233
He was advised that the Article 15 would not be in his records upon completion of his duty. Therefore, based on the available evidence of record, we find no basis upon which to favorably consider this application. Novel, Panel Chair Ms. Patricia R. Collins, Member Mr. Reginald P. Howard, Member The following documentary evidence was considered: Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 17 Apr 2007, w/atchs.
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01238
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-01238 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 30 JANUARY 2008 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to reflect he was awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM). HQ AFPC/DPPPR state a thorough review of the applicant’s military records located no...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01242
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-01242 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 24 OCT 2008 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to show he was awarded the Air Force Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon (SAEMR), and the Air Force Longevity Service Award (AFLSA). The AFLSA is awarded to all...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01243
During his time as a student in the course, a personality conflict existed between himself and the course manager, and he believes the “optional comment” was added to the TR with the intent of reprisal for his withdrawing from the course. Air Force policy is that an evaluation report is accurate as written when it becomes a matter of record. Applicant contends a personality conflict existed between himself and his rater.
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01248
Members of the Board, Ms. Kathleen F. Graham, Ms. Karen A. Holloman, and Mr. Wallace F. Beard, Jr., considered this application on 25 October 2007. KATHLEEN F. GRAHAM Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFRC/A1B, dtd 22 August 2007 w/atchs AFBCMR BC-2007-01248 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01249
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-01249 INDEX CODE: 135.00 XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 26 OCT 2008 ___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His AF Form 938, Request and Authorization for Active Duty Training/Active Duty Tour, (Reserve Order 0023), 27 Sep 04, Item 14, be amended to read 1 Oct 04 rather than 4 Oct 04....
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01252
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: The evidence used by his commander for the Article 15 was inadmissible because the evidence was obtained as a result of an illegal search. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFLOA/JAJM recommends denial and states, in part, that Article 15 punishment should be set aside only when the evidence presented in the application demonstrates a material...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01255
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-01255 INDEX CODE: 100.03 XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 26 OCT 2008 ___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code of 4E (Grade is A1C or below and the airman completed 31 or more months (55 months for six-year enlistees), if a first-term airman; or,...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01259
DPPPR states after a through review of the applicant’s military record and the submitted documentation, they are unable to locate any source documentation to substantiate the applicant was in the area of eligibility (Iraq) for the awards requested. The DPPPR evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: On 24 May 2007, a copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant for review and...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01260
DPPPR reviewed applicant’s limited reconstructed military and medical personnel record and were unable to locate documentation that indicates his injuries were a result of enemy action or a special order awarding the PH. They did find a form in the medical records dated 17 Nov 45, Item 11 which reads “Wound, penetrating, right leg, accidental gun shot injury, May 1945, 195th Corp Dispensary, Germany.” The AFPC/DPPPR complete evaluation attached at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01261
The principal eligibility criterion is that the individual must have been under direct and hostile fire while operating in unsecured space (outside the defended perimeter), or physically engaging hostile forces with direct and lethal fire. Or, individuals defending the base (on the defended perimeter) and come under fire and engage the enemies with direct and lethal fire, and at risk of grave danger, also meet the intent of combat conditions for this award. THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01264
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-01264 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES MANDATORY COMPLETION DATE: 28 SEPTEMBER 2008 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to show he was awarded the Air Force Combat Action Medal (AFCAM). The medal was not released while he was on active duty from 1997 to 2003. Undeterred by...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01268
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-01268 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NONE MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 25 OCT 2008 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her records be corrected to show she was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal, the Air Force Good Conduct Medal, the Southwest Asia Service Medal, the Air Force Short Tour Ribbon, the...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01269
The applicant did not complete three years active duty service in the grade of colonel to retire voluntarily. After a thorough review of the evidence of record, the Board has determined the evidence supports the fact that the applicant was involuntarily released from active duty effective 30 November 2002 and retired effective 1 December 2002. _______________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01271
Applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit A. Applicant’s record reflects he received an Article 15 vacation of suspended reduction to airman on 18 Nov 69. Based on this, his date of rank (DOR) to airman should have been 15 Jul 69 (date original Article 15 was imposed) with an effective date of 18 Nov 69 (date of vacation of suspended reduction).
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01277
On 10 August 1987, the commander signed a recommendation to the discharge authority for the applicant’s discharge based on misconduct under AFR 39-10, paragraph 5-46 with a general discharge. On 8 September 1987, the applicant was discharged with a general (under honorable conditions) discharge with a narrative reason for separation of “Misconduct – Pattern of Minor Disciplinary Infractions” and a reenlistment eligibility (RE) code of “2B” (discharged under general conditions). The...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01284
DPPPR states to be awarded the PH, a member must provide documentation to support he was wounded as a direct result of enemy action. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to the APPLICANT be corrected to show that he was awarded the Purple Heart for injuries received in action against an enemy of the United States while on duty in Metz, France when a German mine...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01285
The applicant has not shown the characterization of her service was contrary to the provisions of the applicable regulation. _________________________________________________________________ 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 the application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of newly discovered...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01292
AFBCMR BC-2007-01292 INDEX CODE: 102.06 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01296
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: ARPC/DPPAE recommends the applicant’s request be denied. DPPAE states the applicant failed to comply with NCORP requirements and, as such, the RE code of 3E is correct. _________________________________________________________________ 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01297
However, they did find based upon the record, applicant’s testimony, evidence provided by the applicant, that his reason for discharge was inequitable and directed his reason for separation be changed to “Misconduct – Pattern of Minor Disciplinary Infractions.” They further concluded that the discharge was consistent with the procedural and substantive requirements of the discharge regulation and was within the discretion of the discharge authority and that the applicant was provided full...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01298
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-01298 INDEX CODE: 100.06 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 13 NOV 08 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code of “2C” be changed. On 4 May 92, the applicant was honorably discharged under the provisions of AFR 39-10 (Unsatisfactory Performance) in the grade...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01299
In support of his request, the applicant provided a personal statement and documentation associated with his CRSC application. While the applicant’s conditions meet the VA requirements for service- connected compensation, the evidence does not support additional compensation under CRSC. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice;...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01301
The complete DPPRT evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: In her undated and unsigned response, the applicant states that for her aunt not to apply for her SBP annuity speaks volumes. It appears documentation was filed to report her uncle’s death but the process for application of the SBP annuity was never completed. ______________________________________________________________ THE BOARD...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01304
The former task force commander states that he strongly supports the request to award the applicant the SSM for his valorous actions in combat. The former unit Awards and Decorations officer states that subsequent to the mission, he was advised by Seventh Air Force personnel that SSM recommendations were not to be forwarded to them under any circumstances. The unit’s former Awards and Decorations Officer states the only SSM ever awarded to a member of their unit was the applicant’s FAC on...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01307
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. James W. Russell III, Ms. Mary C. Puckett, and Mr. Clarence R. Anderegg, considered this application on 2 May 2007. AFBCMR BC-2007-01307 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF Under the authority of Section 1552, Title 10, United States Code...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01308
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: His Officer Performance Report (OPR) was due the same month as the promotion board was to convene so he requested a commander-directed OPR so information would be available for consideration by the promotion board. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPPE recommends denying the applicant’s request. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01310
HQ USAFE/JA did everything within its power to approve and submit the decoration into her records in a timely manner for consideration by the November 2006 promotion board. It is further recommended that her record, to include the above corrected OSB, be considered for promotion to the grade of lieutenant colonel by a Special Selection Board for the Calendar Year 2006C Lieutenant Colonel Central Selection Board. It is further directed that her record, to include the above corrected OSB, be...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01311
DPPPEP further states the applicant has not substantiated that his rater, or the additional rater/reviewer for that matter, were influenced by others outside the rating chain, and the contested report was not rendered in good faith by all evaluators. AFPC/DPPPEP evaluation is attached at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: On 20 July 2007, the applicant’s counsel reviewed the Air Force evaluation and...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01323
After the close-out of his OPR and long after he was barred from reserve status, his Top Secret with special access clearance was renewed to include four “compartments.” His former chain of command never notified the Security Forces of adverse action as required if they could substantiate his alleged abuse of authority. In support of his request, the applicant provided a copy of the referral OPR, rebuttal to the draft OPR, his previous OPR, a legal review by his defense counsel, an e-mail...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01326
AFBCMR BC-2007-01326 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 | CY2007 | BC-2007-01329
INDEX CODE: 128.14 AFBCMR BC-2007-01329 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: 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 set forth...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01330
He was promoted to the grade of E-7, with an effective date and date of rank (DOR) of 1 Apr 07. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ ARPC/DPB recommends the application be denied and states 1 Apr 07 is the earliest DOR for which the applicant qualifies. However, we agree with the opinion and recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our conclusion that the...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01332
If his time were calculated using the 15 August date, he would have enough points for a good year. White-Olson, Panel Chair Mr. Vance E. Lineberger, Member Ms. Josephine L. Davis, Member The following documentary evidence was considered: Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 15 Apr 07. Exhibit C. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 24 May 07.
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01333
DPPRS states based on the documentation on file in the master personnel records, the discharge was consistent with the procedural and substantive requirements of the discharge regulation and was within the discretion of the discharge authority. 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01336
_________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: The applicant entered the active duty Air Force on 7 Feb 06. The AFPC/DPPD complete evaluation is at Exhibit C. AFPC/DPPRS recommends denial of the request. It is equally established in the law that “enlisted personnel in the military service do not have a contractual right to remain in the service until the expiration of their enlistment terms.
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01340
After considering the evidence as well as the applicant’s response, the commander found him guilty of the first two allegations, but determined that NJP was not appropriate for the third allegation and lined through that allegation. He made similar contentions that are contained in his current appeal, alleging the use of “flawed evidence” to support the NJP action which was based on the allegations of a female subordinate airman. However, he presents no evidence showing that the...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01342
On 20 April 2007, her commander notified her he was recommending she be discharged from the Air Force for fraudulent entry. The base legal office reviewed the case and found it legally sufficient to support separation and recommended the applicant be separated from the service with an entry-level separation. DPPRS states based on the documentation on file in the master personnel records; the discharge was consistent with the procedural and substantive requirements of the discharge regulation.
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01343
Accordingly, the Board majority believes that correction of her RE code to a waiverable code is warranted based on the merits of this case. Therefore, the board majority recommends that her records be corrected to the extent indicated below. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT, be corrected to show that on 25 June 2004, she was separated with a...