AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2003-03364-2
ADDENDUM TO RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03364 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: In the applicant’s request for reconsideration, he requests that he be awarded the Presidential Unit Citation (PUC). For an accounting of the facts and circumstances surrounding the applicant’s appeal and the rationale...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2003-03852A
There was no evidence in the servicemember’s records to indicate that either the servicemember or the applicant submitted an election to change the SBP coverage from spouse to former spouse. Counsel's complete response is at Exhibit L. _________________________________________________________________ ADDITIONAL AIR FORCE EVALUATION: DFAS-CL/DGM states the applicant relies on the Holt and King cases to support her request for award of an SBP annuity. The King case is also of little impact...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2003-3059-2
Exhibit G. Letter, Applicant, dated 10 May 04, w/atchs. Exhibit H. Letter, Applicant, dated 25 Jan 08, w/atchs Exhibit I. THOMAS S. MARKIEWICZ Chair AFBCMR BC-2007-02625 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF Having reviewed and considered the recommendation of the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records and under the authority of Section 1552, Title 10, United States Code (70A Stat 116) it is directed that: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2004-00251-2
ADDENDUM RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00251-2 INDEX CODE: 100.03 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her narrative reason for separation be changed to completion of term of service. The BCMR Medical Consultant states the Board may reconsider an application if the applicant submits newly discovered relevant evidence that...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2004-00487-2
Applicant’s enlistment date was 5 Dec 01 and his date of separation (DOS) was 4 Dec 03. Counsel’s complete submission is at Exhibit K. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT: After a careful reconsideration of the applicant's request and his most recent submission, we do not find it sufficiently compelling to warrant a revision of the Board’s prior decision in this case. Exhibit K. Letter, Counsel, dated 23 Nov 08.
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2004-00679
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: HQ AFPC/DPSS recommends denial. After reviewing the evidence of record, the Board believes the applicant should be provided a document that not only reflects her current name but also indicates...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2004-02144c
During Basic Military Training (BMT) recruits are automatically enrolled in the MGIB but may elect to decline participation. After again reviewing this application and the evidence provided in support of his appeal, we find no evidence which would lead us to believe that his decision to decline to participate in the MGIB program was based on incorrect information. ________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2005-00395-3
SECOND ADDENDUM TO RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2005-00395 INDEX CODE: 111.01, 111.05, 131.01 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx COUNSEL: Mr. David P. Sheldon HEARING DESIRED: Yes _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: In the applicant’s request for reconsideration, she asks that her Officer Performance Report (OPR) for the period 8 Jun 03 through 4 Jun 04 be removed from her...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2005-00960-3
For an accounting of the facts and circumstances surrounding the applicant’s separation and the rationale for the earlier decisions by the Board, see the Record of Proceedings at Exhibit F and the Addendum to the Record of Proceedings at Exhibit H. In a DD Form 293, Application for the Review of Discharge from the Armed Forces of the United States, dated 27 April 2007, the applicant requests reconsideration. Applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit I. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2005-01155
On 4 March 2005, the Air Force Purple Heart Review Board (AFPHRB) considered and denied applicant’s request for the PH. On 13 July 2005, the Board considered and denied applicant’s request for the PH. For an accounting of the facts and circumstances surrounding the applicant’s separation, and the rationale of the earlier decision by the Board, see the Record of Proceedings at Exhibit F. On 30 November 2005, the applicant requested reconsideration of his request; however, on 15 December...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2005-01538
On 19 Jun 00, the Secretary of the Air Force established an Air Force Recruiter Ribbon to recognize those officer and enlisted personnel who performed the challenging duty of an Air Force Recruiter. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant states that he was a “current recruiter” on 21 Jun 00, at the time the Air Force Recruiter Ribbon and WAPS points became effective, and as required for award of the ribbon...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2005-02137
On 20 Aug 07, counsel filed an addendum, with additional documents, to the applicant’s 5 Jun 05 request for relief to the Board (Exhibit C). The appellate courts found his conviction and sentence correct in fact and law. 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 (OPR) and adopt its rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2005-02368-2
On 9 Mar 06, the Board considered and denied his request after finding that he had not provided the evidence necessary to substantiate the value of a senior rater endorsement (Exhibit F). However, his statement appears to be based primarily on his personal opinion that the applicant should have received a senior rater endorsement. ________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered this application in Executive Session on 10 July...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2005-02810
His records be corrected to reflect entitlement to the Combat Readiness Medal (CRM) and the Basic Military Training Honor Graduate Ribbon (BMTHGR). He is determined to pursue a military career with the ARNG, and would like to demonstrate to them that his service in the USAF was ultimately considered honorable. ________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSIDR recommends denial of the applicant’s request for award of the CRM and BMTHGR.
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-00002-1
ADDENDUM TO RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2006-00002 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be awarded of the Purple Heart (PH) medal for an injury he incurred in Germany. The following documentary evidence was considered: Exhibit E. Record of Proceedings, dated 20 Apr 06, w/Exhibits. THOMAS S....
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-00134-2
ADDENDUM TO RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2006-00134 INDEX CODE: 131.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES ___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He receive a direct promotion to Lieutenant Colonel (LtCol) as if he were selected by the Calendar Year 2002A (CY02A) Lieutenant Colonel Selection Board based on the “Definitely Promote” (DP) recommendation of...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-00282
The record demonstrates that she has secured full time employment in the medical career field for which the Air Force funded her education and training. Under the contract HPSP reimbursement would be triggered if the applicant were unable to complete her medical education program or commence the period of ADSC, failed to meet applicable Air Force physical procurement standards, or was involuntarily separated because her retention was no longer clearly consistent with the interest of...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-00456-2
However, since no new and relevant evidence has been provided, we find the request does not meet the criteria for reconsideration. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the additional evidence presented did not meet the criteria for reconsideration by the Board; and that the application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of newly discovered relevant evidence not considered with this application....
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-00606
In support of his request, applicant submits a letter from the National Personnel Records Center, dated 5 Feb 07, Certification of Military Service, dated February 2007 and copy of Military Record and Report of Separation Certificate of Service, excerpts from his military personnel records and background information detailing 17 missions he participated in during WWII. There is no documentation, other than the applicant’s assertion, that he was being recommended for a DFC and promotion to...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-00608A
For an accounting of the facts and circumstances surrounding her request, and the rationale for the earlier decision by the Board, see the Record of Proceedings, with attachments, at Exhibit F. On 27 Nov 06 and 2 May 07, the applicant’s requests for reconsideration of her application were denied because she did not provide evidence meeting the criteria for reconsideration. See Exhibits G and H. On 1 May 08, the applicant provided additional documentation through her Congressional...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-00937
He has been trying to secure his entitlement to this PH for 40 years, and all he has been told is that the Veterans Administration (VA) has his records but does not have time to provide them to the Board and they will get to it when they can. He had a very good record, was always there, was never sick, and cannot get a copy of his records sent to the Board because of some lazy people in the VA. If the applicant can provide such evidence, we will reconsider his application.
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-01577A
ADDENDUM TO RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2006-01577 INDEX CODE: 128.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be awarded the additional 10 percent retirement pay for an act of extraordinary heroism. The Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records (AFBCMR) did not consider him for the additional 10 percent retirement...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-01638
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The BCMR Medical Consultant recommends denial. The complete BCMR Medical Consultant's evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: In response to the Air Force evaluation, the applicant requests the Board contact his doctor by phone to further discuss his case. Accordingly, we recommend the applicant's records...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-01708-2
He states he has had no problem with his knee since discharge from the Air Force. Exhibit G. Letter, AFBCMR Medical Consultant, dated 17 December 2007. JAY H. JORDAN Panel Chair AFBCMR BC-2006-01708 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 States Code (70A Stat 116), it is directed that: The pertinent military records of the...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-02202
His complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit D. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT: After reviewing this application and the evidence provided in support of his appeal, we are not persuaded that the applicant’s records should be corrected to show he was awarded the AFOUA. However, while the information he obtained from the internet appears to indicate his unit was awarded the AFOUA, this cannot be confirmed through...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-02378
The application is dated more than fifteen years after the Article 15 action. The training action to change his AFSC was disapproved and therefore his AFSC should remain 81152 and be documented as such. The AFSC on the EPR is the Duty AFSC (DAFSC), which is the duty position the individual held during the reporting period.
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-02436
A complete copy of the Air Force evaluation is at Exhibit B. The Legal Advisor recommended that the Board obtain a copy of the earlier support agreement to make clear which date was applicable as the starting point of the one year time limit the applicant had to make the change to former spouse coverage. Exhibit C. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 22 Sep 06.
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-02689A
The applicant also provided additional documentation that he believes should be included in his selection records. AFPC/DPSOO's complete evaluation is at Exhibit H. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW AIR FORCE EVALUATION: On 20 Feb 08, a copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant for review and response within 30 days. ________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-02696
Members of the Board, Ms. Rita S. Looney, Mrs. Lea Gallogly, and Mr. James A. Wolffe, considered this application on 7 March 2008. RITA S. LOONEY Panel Chair Attachment: Memo, BCMR Medical Consultant, dtd 6 Mar 08, w/atch AFBCMR BC-2006-02696 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-02737
________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: On 15 September 2006, the applicant submitted an appeal to the Board requesting her BCD be upgraded to a general discharge. ________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT be corrected to show that on 12 April 1993, she was discharged with service characterized as general (under...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-02808
A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSO evaluation is at Exhibit C. AFPC/DPPPEP indicates that after review of the referral report, they are advising the Board to remove the comment "During this period, MSgt P--- was given 24 months hard labor, a reduction in grade for reviewing child pornography." A complete copy of the AFLOA/JAJM evaluation, with attachment, is at Exhibit G. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF ADDITIONAL AIR FORCE...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-02940
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The AFBCMR Medical Consultant is of the opinion that a change in the applicant’s records is warranted to reflect a disability rating of 30 percent with a permanent disability retirement. The complete AFBCMR Medical Consultant evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: On 27 Jul 07, a copy of the Air Force...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-02972
Furthermore, he can resubmit his application with specific documentation supporting his request and provide his current contact information. After a thorough review of the evidence of record and applicant’s submission, we are not persuaded that he should be given the requested relief. We therefore 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 failed to sustain his burden...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-03076
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-03076 INDEX CODE: 110.02 XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code be changed from 2K, "First-term, second-term, or career airman considered but not selected for reenlistment under the SRP" to a code that permits his return to military service. The...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-03390 Disapproval
The AFPC/DPSIDR evaluation, with attachment, is at Exhibit C. ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: He did not realize this application was being submitted as a request for reconsideration of his MSM. Evidence has been presented that his decoration package was never forwarded through, or endorsed by, the deployed wing commander. ________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-03391
DPSIDR states upon review of the provided documents they forwarded the AFCM request to the United States Central Command Air Forces (USCENTAF) for consideration. 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 failed to sustain her burden of proof that she has suffered...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-03485
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2006-03485 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, reflect award of the Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon (SAEMR). _________________________________________________________________ The following members of...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-03559
Available documentation indicates the applicant was a T-38 instructor assigned to the 50th Flying Training Squadron (50 FTS) at Columbus Air Force Base (AFB). AETC/A3F stated that if the Board’s decision is to provide relief, they recommend changing the 17 Nov 02 AF Form 8 to show it was a periodic Instructor/Mission Check, and expunging from the applicant’s records of the 28 Mar 03 AF Form 8. According to counsel, the evidence shows the applicant’s checkride began as a required periodic...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-03609
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2006-03609 INDEX CODE: 111.02 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Enlisted Performance Report (Referral) rendered for the period 1 Dec 05 through 17 Aug 06 be declared void and removed from his records. A complete copy of the Medical Consultant’s evaluation is at...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-03801
Members of the Board Ms. Kathleen F. Graham, Ms. Karen A. Holloman, and Mr. Wallace F. Beard Jr., considered this application on 24 January 2008. KATHLEEN F. GRAHAM Panel Chair Attachments: Electronic Message, HQ AFRC/A1BB, dated 22 Jan 08 AFBCMR BC-2006-03801 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF Under the authority of Section 1552, Title 10, United States Code, Air Force Instruction 36-2603, and having assured compliance with the provisions of the above regulation, the decision of the Air...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-03810
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2006-03810 INDEX CODE: 131.05 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NOT INDICATED MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 11 June 2008 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His promotion effective date (PED) and his date of rank (DOR) to the grade of major be changed from 18 October 2006 to 1 May 2006. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2006-03866
In his previous request, he raised the issue of proficiency pay stating the Board did not address it. His complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit L. ________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT: Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate that the applicant has been the victim of an error or injustice warranting further correction to his record. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00026-2
_________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: A similar appeal was considered and denied by the Board on 29 Mar 07. For an accounting of the facts and circumstances surrounding the rationale of the earlier decision by the Board, see the Record of Proceedings at Exhibit D. On 23 Oct 08, the applicant submitted a copy of a Recommendation for Decoration Printout (RDP) and an e-mail communiqué, and requested reconsideration (Exhibit E). ...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00062
_________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: The certification of service provided by the applicant reflects he was a member of the Air National Guard (ANG) from 12 Apr 80 through 11 Apr 87 _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: MI/TAG and MIANG/VC state the applicant has not provided sufficient documentation to validate his request for service credit for active duty from 25 Sep 81 through 29 Jun 84. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00068-2
ADDENDUM TO RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-00068 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: In the applicant's appeal for reconsideration, she requests another review of her Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) evaluation. ________________________________________________________________ The following members of the...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00068-3
However, since no new and relevant evidence has been provided, we find the request does not meet the criteria for reconsideration. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the additional evidence presented did not meet the criteria for reconsideration by the Board; and that the application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of newly discovered relevant evidence not considered with this application....
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00080
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-00080 INDEX CODE: 110.02 XXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NOT INDICATED ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: 1. On 8 May 06, the discharge authority directed the applicant be discharged from the Air Force with a general discharge. Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPPRS, dated 27 Apr 07.
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00096
The Medical Consultant has no objective basis upon which to suspect mischief in the applicant's submission of the requested changes, considering the documentary evidence he has provided and the corrective measures already recommended on his behalf by an official of the California Air National Guard. His race should be annotated as a “White” or “Caucasian.” His education should be changed to reflect “2 years of college,” and his hair color should be changed to “Black.” While the applicant's...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00137
He has not used marijuana or any other drug since he was discharged. (Exhibit C) ________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT: 1. Based on the evidence of record, we cannot conclude that clemency is warranted.
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00184
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-00184 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to reflect the Informal Physical Evaluation Board (IPEB) determination that he was fit for duty be changed and he be afforded the benefits given to military members involuntarily separated through the...