AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00261
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-00261 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code “2Q” (Personnel medically retired or discharged) be changed to allow him to reenter military service. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00304
INDEX CODE: 131.09 BC-2007-00304 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 | CY2008 | BC-2007-00319
The complete BCMR Medical Consultant evaluation is at Exhibit C. The SAF/MRB (Legal Advisor) states the applicant was administratively discharged for a personality disorder. If (and only if) the applicant has established she should have been found unfit for duty, then the case should have been dual processed, and there then appears to be an error upon which to consider basing a record correction. The complete BCMR Medical Consultant's addendum is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00346
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2008-00346 INDEX CODE: 110.00 XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NOT INDICATED ______________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His undesirable discharge be upgraded. Considered alone, we conclude the discharge proceedings were proper and characterization of the discharge was appropriate to the existing circumstances. Exhibit D. Letter,...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00367
INDEX CODE: 129.02 AFBCMR BC-2007-00367 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 | CY2008 | BC-2007-00370
The evaluation officer conducted an interview with the applicant, reviewed the applicant’s records and comments by his commander, and recommended the applicant be discharged from the Air Force with a general discharge. Adjustment and personality disorders are conditions that alone or together may render an individual unsuitable for military service and subject to an administrative discharge. Thus the two systems represent a continuum of medical care and disability compensation that starts...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00441
LAURENCE M. GRONER Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFRC/A1B, dated 12 October 2007 w/atchs AFBCMR 2007-00441 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 Department of the Air Force relating to XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX, be corrected to show that: a. He was...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00477
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-00477 INDEX CODE: 107.00 XXXX COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM). ________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: NGB/A1PS recommends denial as there are no supporting documents that would warrant...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00481
In support of his appeal, applicant submitted a copy of his DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, issued on 15 Feb 05; a copy of the Serious Incident Report; Convoy Trip Ticket, and medical documents. To be awarded the PH, a member must provide documentation to support he was wounded as a direct result of enemy action. In support of his appeal, applicant provided personal statement; a copy of the Purple Heart criteria; his DVA Rating Sheet; a witness statement,...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00482
In support of his appeal, applicant provided personal statement; a copy of the Purple Heart criteria; his DVA Rating Sheet; a witness statement, and other supporting documents. To the contrary, the evidence before us indicates his injury was incurred as a result of the vehicle accident which was secondary to the IED explosion. ___________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2007-00482 in Executive...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00485
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-00485 INDEX CODE: 107.00 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His date of rank (DOR) and effective date to the grade of captain be changed from 24 Jan 07 to 22 Nov 06. All Guard and Reserve officers who were eligible for promotion to captain between 1 Oct 06 and 23 Jan 07...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00505
He missed over three years of participation due to his service connected conditions; however, the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records (AFBCMR) has so far approved restoring 2 ½ years of his pay, allowances, and participation points from his previous application (AFBCMR Docket Number BC- 2006-01369). In support of his application, the applicant provides two personal statements, a letter of command support, response to Congressional Inquiry, AF/JAA legal review, Line of Duty...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00552
Both Boards recommended permanent retirement with a disability rating of 40 percent. DPPD therefore recommends his record be corrected to show he was retired by reason of physical disability for fibromyalgia with a permanent disability rating of 60 percent. AFPC/DPPD’s complete evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Counsel for the applicant states while the BCMR Medical Consultant’s advisory...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00574
During the active duty continuation, he was paid BAH II instead of the BAH I that he was entitled to. During the time the AFBCMR continued him on active duty, he received BAH II at the with-dependent rate, Basic Allowance for Subsistence (BAS) and Aviator Career Incentive Pay (ACIP) from 1 October 2004 through 31 January 2006, less any offsets for civilian earnings during that time frame. ______________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00615
______________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFPC/DPPPR recommends the applicant’s request for award of the AFCM be denied. The complete AFPC/DPPPR evaluation is at Exhibit C. The AFBCMR Medical Consultant recommends the applicant’s records be changed to reflect she received a medical retirement with a 30 or 50 percent disability rating. The complete AFPC/DPSD complete evaluation is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00631
________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: On 7 June 2007, the Board considered and denied a similar appeal. For an accounting of the facts surrounding his previous request and the rationale of the Board's earlier decision, see the Record of Proceedings at Exhibit D. On 21 October 2007, the applicant submitted a letter requesting the Board reconsider his request for termination of his SBP coverage. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00678
Under this provision of law, the applicant is not eligible for additional SGLI gratuity payment since her son was not on active duty at the time of his death. DPPD’s complete evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Applicant contends she wrote many letters to Congress advocating retroactive death benefits be extended to all those who died on active duty since 7 October 2001; not just those who...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00781
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFRC/A1B recommends denial indicating the applicant’s retirement in the grade of captain was in compliance with the governing instruction and they found no occurrence of an error or injustice. A complete copy of the AFRC/A1B evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Counsel indicates the advisory opinion did...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00822
ADDENDUM TO RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-00822 INDEX CODE: 100.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The effective date of his Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC) payments be changed. For an accounting of the facts and circumstances surrounding the applicant’s appeal, and, the rationale of the earlier decision...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00825
________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: The PRF considered by the PO605A Colonel CSB was not completed IAW Air Force Instruction (AFI) 36-2406, table 8.1, line 12, which clearly outlines “this section covers the entire record of performance and provides key performance factors from the officer’s entire career, not just recent performance.” The PRF he received from his senior rater only documents one alleged incident that was not supported in...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00828
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-00828 INDEX CODE: 128.14 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to show he declined Family Servicemember’s Group Life Insurance (FSGLI) coverage on 1 Nov 01, he be reimbursed for FSGLI premiums he paid and the debt be removed from his records. His spouse separated from...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00840
In support of this application, applicant provided a personal statement, letter from AFPC/DPPPOC, and AFBCMR Directive BC-2005-03010. Had he met and been selected for promotion by the CY05A lieutenant colonel CSB, his DOR as a lieutenant colonel would have been 1 May 2006. Unless his corrected CY06C lieutenant colonel CSB “as met board” record is used for an SSB, it would be impossible/unjust to recreate a record without circumventing the relief provided by the Secretary of the Air Force...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00865
It was not a specialized or advanced training but the basic training at Camp Grant prepared him for the role of soldierly survival as well as the basic medical skills to perform his assigned tasks as a combat medic. In support of his request, the applicant provided a personal statement and documentation associated with his CRSC application. 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 | CY2008 | BC-2007-00869
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: She and another unit member contacted HQ Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) in July 2006 and inquired as to whether or not her duty status needed to be altered on orders. DPP notes her statement that she was unable to perform IDT training on 13 August 2005 because the entire building was closed on that Saturday and training was not available. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00885
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-00885 INDEX CODE: 100.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The credit for a Mikoyan-Gurevich (MiG-15) “Probably Destroyed” in aerial combat in Korea on 21 September 1952, be upgraded to a “Confirmed Destroyed.” ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00885-1
ADDENDUM TO RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-00885 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be awarded the Silver Star (SS) for his Fifth Aerial Victory Credit (AVC). He was credited with a “Probably Destroyed.” A Fifth Air Force Daily Intelligence Summary, dated 22 September 1952, indicated that during...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00939
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: Her husband was not considered for the additional 10% retirement for his actions on 9 August 1965 for which he was awarded the Airman’s Medal (AM). MRBP states while the applicant’s husband clearly earned the AM through his heroic actions, there is insufficient additional documentation or evidence to support the contention that his action rose to the “extraordinary” level to warrant 10% increased...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-00960
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-00960 INDEX CODE: A68.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Applicant’s request is not clear; however, it appears she is requesting that her bad conduct discharge (BCD) be upgraded and/or be changed to a medical discharge or retirement. She was convicted of the remaining specifications, but...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01005
The AFPC/DPPD evaluation is at Exhibit C. The BCMR Medical Consultant is of the opinion that the applicant’s total combined permanent disability percentage should be increased from 40 to 60 percent to reflect the severe nature of his bilateral foot pain, which prevented him from reasonably performing his military duties. In the applicant’s case, the Air Force limited its unfit finding to his bilateral foot condition since that was the only condition limiting the performance of his military...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01010
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-01010 INDEX CODE: 110.00 XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO ______________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: 1. Exhibit F. Letter, BCMR Medical Consultant, dated 17 December 2007. Exhibit G. Letter, SAF/MRBR dated 21 December 2007.
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01012
In 2001, the applicant filed an application with the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records (AFBCMR) requesting change of his RE code of “2B” to allow him to return to active duty. The AFBCMR Medical Consultant recommended the RE code be changed to “2C.” The Medical Consultant stated a member who is honorably discharged for circumstances such as experienced by the applicant should receive a code of “2C” signifying the honorable characteristic of his discharge. The Medical...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01029
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. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of error or injustice; that the application was denied without a personal appearance; and that...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01044
A letter from the District Attorney’s office informed the applicant that they determined not to file formal charges. The AFPC/JA complete evaluation is at Exhibit E. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF ADDITIONAL AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A copy of the Air Force evaluation was sent to the applicant on 25 Jan 08 for review and comment within 30 days. The applicant contends that his two days lost time while he was in confinement should be...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01050
When the CMSgt retired in Sep 04, the commander placed another SMSgt in the position since his medical appeal was not complete and it did not appear that he would have the two years retainablity because of his age. 1) The MPF should have placed his name on the promotion roster in either May or Jul; 2) He should have been placed on T-3 status similar to active duty members when diagnosed with cancer, which would have allowed him to continue duty in a drilling status, and be promoted to...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01091
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-01091 INDEX CODE: 100.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He receive a waiver of his second term of enlistment and be made eligible for the Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) benefit upon his release from active duty, or be reimbursed for the $1,800.00 he invested in the MGIB program. He also...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01094
In support of his request, applicant provided a personal letter and a copy of a court order. Previously a spouse's eligibility terminated upon divorce and former spouse coverage was not an option until passage of PL 98-94 in September 1983. There is no evidence the applicant requested that his former spouse SBP coverage under the insurable interest option be converted to former spouse SBP under PL 99-145.
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01144
Her complete response is at Exhibit D. _________________________________________________________________ ADDITIONAL AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The AFBCMR Medical Consultant recommends the requested relief be denied. The applicant is requesting separation pay due to being discharged for a personality disorder. _________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC- 2007-01144 in Executive Session on 18 Dec 07, under...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01195
Applicant’s former spouse’s military service retirement date would have to be adjusted to 5 November 1986 to provide the qualifying overlap of 20 years. ________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT be corrected (as an exception to policy) to show that he was married on 1 November 1966; that the last 20 years of the marriage overlapped with his total years of...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01204
________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFLOA/JAJM recommends the application be denied as untimely. To be awarded the PH, a member must provide documentation to support he or she was wounded as a direct result of enemy action and the wounds must have received medical treatment by medical personnel. ________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence presented...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01231
In his revised evaluation, the AFBCMR Medical Consultant recommends a change in the records to show a 50% disability rating (60% less 10% for EPTS) at the time of placement on TDRL on 2 December 1959 and a 50% rating (60% less 10% for EPTS) at the time the applicant was permanently retired on 6 November 1962. The complete BCMR Medical Consultant’s evaluation, with attachment, is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01235
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-01235 INDEX CODE: 100.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be refunded the Family Servicemember’s Group Life Insurance (FSGLI) premiums deducted on 30 Jan 07 ($40.00), 20 Feb 07 ($40.00) and the debt deduction of $120.00. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01236
Amendment SO ACD-00565, dated 26 January 2007 pertaining to applicant's placement on the temporary retired file, effective 20 January 2007 reflects he retired in the projected higher grade of SSgt. The applicant’s contentions are duly noted; however, after reviewing the evidence of record we agree with the opinions and recommendations of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt their rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01239
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-01239 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to reflect award of the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal (RVGCM), Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (AFOUA) and the Air Force Longevity Service Award (AFLSA). AFPC/DPSIDR states the AFLSA is awarded to...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01246
The complete AFRC/A1E evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant through, his Congressman, submitted a notarized copy of his academic record from the University of Georgia. Therefore, the Board agrees with the opinions and recommendations of the Air Force offices of primary responsibility and adopts their rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01247
________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: Air Force Instruction (AFI) 36-3212, Physical Evaluation for Retention, Retirement, and Separation, paragraph 4.5, states that members undergoing an MEB must not be retired, discharged, or released from active duty for any reason until notification is received from the Secretary of the Air Force (SECAF). The applicant’s complete response, with attachments, is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01251
Members of the Board, Mr. Gregory A. Parker, Ms. Renee M. Collier and Mr. Mark J. Novitski considered this application on 7 February 2008. GREGORY A. PARKER Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, BCMR Medical Consultant, dtd 17 Dec 07 AFBCMR BC-2007-01251 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01322
INDEX CODE: 136.00 AFBCMR BC-2007-01322 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 | CY2008 | BC-2007-01327
The EPR is erroneous in that it reflects an incorrect reporting period due to the fact that her last UTA with the 302nd ASTS was performed on 10 August 2003 and she did not participate with this unit for pay/points after this date, and reflects a feedback session date of 2 June 2003 that did not occur and was fabricated for reasons unknown to her. The applicant’s contentions are noted; however, the available evidence indicates that although she contends she did not participate with the...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01335
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-01335 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Corrections be made to his DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty to include award of the Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon (SAEMR). In support of his request, the applicant provided a copy of his...
AF | BCMR | CY2008 | BC-2007-01374
In support of his request, applicant provided documentation associated with his CRSC application. The complete DPPD evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 31 August 2007 (Exhibit D) for review and comment within 30 days. After a thorough review of the available evidence of record, it is our opinion that the service-connected...