AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-00900
As he did not elect coverage for his wife prior to his retirement, he may not establish SBP coverage for his spouse except during congressionally approved open enrollment periods. DPSIAR notes there is no error or injustice in this case and that the applicant had three opportunities to elect SBP coverage for his wife. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant contends the reason he did not take advantage of...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-00907
A review of the applicant's records show she enlisted, served and was discharged under the name "Gloria Jean Jones." However, it appears the applicant performed duty as a Reservist and the evidence submitted is not sufficient to determine what status, active or reserve, she was serving in during the time periods indicated. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not demonstrate the...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-00910
It has been almost 25 years since his discharge. The application was not timely filed; however, it is in the interest of justice to excuse the failure to timely file. _________________________________________________________________ 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-00914
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-00914 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her character of service be corrected to reflect Honorable, instead of Not Applicable. Should the Board determine the applicant receive an Honorable service characterization, they recommend the separation code and narrative reason for separation be...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-00932
________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSOS recommends denying the applicants requests to change her separation code or narrative reason for separation. While she contends that she forgot about her pre- service medical conditions, the statement she signed while in BMT indicates that she did not disclose her medical conditions because she really wanted to join the Air Force and serve her country. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-00936
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-00936 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) code of 2Q (Personnel Medically Retired or Discharged) be changed to a code that reflects his current medical condition, allowing him to be eligible to reenlist. A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSD evaluation is at...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-00937
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-00937 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _______________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His officer grade determination (OGD) be reviewed and he be allowed to retire in the grade of colonel (O-6). The complete DPO evaluation is at Exhibit C. _______________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-00940
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-00940 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His narrative reason for separation (Attrition, Unsuitability- Character and Behavior Disorders) be removed. In support of his request, the applicant provided a statement from his psychologist. The AFBCMR Medical Consultant's complete evaluation is...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-00948
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS On 29 Mar 00, the Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) considered and denied the applicant’s request for an upgrade of his general discharge to honorable. The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2009-00948 in Executive Session on 23 Sep 09, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-00952
JAJM states that under Title 10 United States Code (USC), Section 1552(f), which amended the basic corrections board legislation, the Air Force Board for Corrections of Military Records (AFBCMR) ability to correct records related to courts-martial is limited. Specifically, Section 1552(f)(1) permits the correction of a record to reflect actions taken by reviewing authorities under the UCMJ. Furthermore, we do not find clemency is appropriate in this case since the applicant has not...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-00958
On 14 Aug 43, General Arnold sent a memorandum to all Theater Commanders which revised the policy for award of the DFC. Under the revised policy, the DFC could be awarded for acts of heroism in combat flight or extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice;...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-00961
_________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 17 May 05 for a period of four years. DPSOSstates,that 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. After a thorough review of his submission and the available evidence of record, we are not persuaded that he should be awarded...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-00962
The FY09 ANG ACP Implementation Policy requires aviators to be on active duty orders in FY09 for one uninterrupted year (no modification to original orders). We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we note the FY09 ANG ACP eligibility guidelines include the requirement that ANG aviators be on active duty for one full year with no modification to their original order. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-00978
The BCMR Medical Consultant's complete 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 Jul 09 for review and comment within 30 days. We note the applicant currently has a combined DVA disability rating of 60 percent. Title 38, allows the DVA to provide compensation for servicemembers who incur a service-connected medical...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-00979
Members of the Board, Ms. Debra M. Czajkowski, Ms. Mary J. Mitchell, and Mr. Noble K. Eden, considered this application on 11 August 2009. DEBRA M. CZAJKOWSKI Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFPPA/ECAF, dated 3 Apr 09 AFBCMR BC-2009-00979 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 | CY2009 | BC-2009-00989
_________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: According to the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC), the members official military personnel file may have been destroyed in the 12 July 1973 fire at the NPRC. _________________________________________________________________ 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-00998
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBERS: BC-2009-00998 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His DD Form 214, Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge, be corrected to reflect an Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) of 55590, Programs and Work Control Superintendent. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01005
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-01005 INDEX CODE: 107.00 ----------- COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to reflect his entitlement to the Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon (SAEMR), a Vietnam Service Award, and any other awards that he earned and did not receive. In view of this, we agree with...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01010
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: DFAS-JFEAA/IN states, based on the evidence provided, the applicant is clearly entitled to DSP and recommends she receive a gross amount of $20,796.00 (two times basic pay times number of years served). DFASs complete evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01012
The evidence of record reflects the applicant was given an entry level separation for an adjustment disorder, which is an unsuiting and non-compensable medical disorder. Therefore, in the absence of sufficient evidence the information used as a basis for his entry level separation was erroneous, or that at the time of his separation, the applicant was unfit, rather than unsuited, to perform the duties of his rank and office within the meaning of the law, we agree with the recommendation of...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01015
On 6 Apr 06, the AFDRB considered the applicant’s 1 Nov 05 request to upgrade his discharge to honorable, and to change his RE code and reason and authority for his discharge. He reemphasizes his desire to get his RE code changed so he may pursue a commission with the XX ANG and indicates the AFDRB decision to upgrade his discharge without changing his RE code neglects the true purpose for his original request, to serve once again. Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 27 Apr 09.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01017
In support of the application, the applicant submits a letter to her husband’s commander, the Air Reserve Personnel Center’s letter to her late husband, and her late husband’s death certificate. DPP states the former service member was required to make an RCSBP election within 90 days of receipt of notification; however, he did not make an election when eligible in 1990. The applicant’s complete response is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01019
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-01019 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NOT INDICATED _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: 1. However, we note the Air Force office of primary responsibility (OPR) has agreed to administratively correct the applicants record to reflect award of the AFESR. Although the applicant provided documentation in support of his request...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01037
The Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) found both her military and social impairment to be rated as considerable. Thus, the MEB placed her on the TDRL with a 30 percent disability rating. However, after she was reevaluated, the IPEB found the applicants medical condition had improved and recommended she be removed from the TDRL and separated with a 10 percent disability rating with severance pay. The Medical Consultants complete evaluation is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01037-1
The Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) found both her military and social impairment to be rated as considerable. Thus, the MEB placed her on the TDRL with a 30 percent disability rating. However, after she was reevaluated, the IPEB found the applicants medical condition had improved and recommended she be removed from the TDRL and separated with a 10 percent disability rating with severance pay. The Medical Consultants complete evaluation is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01043
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-01043 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His narrative reason of Personality Disorder be changed. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSOS recommends the applicants narrative reason and corresponding separation code be changed to...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01044
His retired pay is based on 2,680 retirement points and over 33 years of service for basic pay in the grade of technical sergeant. The complete DPP evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit E. ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant reviewed the advisory opinion and provided copies of documents associated with the events cited in his appeal. After a thorough review of the available evidence and the...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01049
The applicants certificates of accomplishment provide scant support for action by the Board in light of the seriousness of the offenses he committed. We find no evidence which indicates the applicants BCD, which had its basis in his conviction by a general court-martial and was a part of the sentence of the military court, was improper or that it exceeded the limitations set forth in the UCMJ. However, because of the limited documentation concerning his activities since leaving...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01050
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-01050 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His general (under honorable conditions) discharge be upgraded to honorable. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: His discharge from the Air Force was based on an isolated incident. In his...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01053
The JAJM complete submission 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 July 2009 for review and comment within 30 days. After a thorough review of the evidence of record, we are not persuaded that the applicants discharge should be upgraded to a general discharge. _________________________________________________________________ The...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01058
The time to provide any changes to an evaluation is before the report becomes a matter of record. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 1 May 2009 for review and comment within 30 days. Exhibit C. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 1 May 2009.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01070
It appears the applicant abused drugs while on active duty and was entered into the Intensive Outpatient Treatment Program; however, after participating nearly 60 days she decided she would no longer participate in the program. On 3 Jun 05, the applicant was discharged with a UHC discharge. The DPSOS complete evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A copy of the Air Force evaluation was...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01084
The applicant was given service connection for his ankle injury. The complete BCMR Medical Consultant 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 7 August 2009 for review and response within 30 days. Exhibit C. Letter, BCMR Medical Consultant, dated 4 Aug 09.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01091
The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application, extracted from the applicant's military records, are contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate offices of the Air Force. Although, he had a decreased measurement of 2.5 inches 13 days after the 15 May 08 measurement, this does not prove the original measurement was inaccurate. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinion and...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01093
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-01093 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NOT INDICATED _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Separation Code (SC) of "LBK" (Completion of Required Service, and denied reenlistment with half separation pay) be changed. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSOS recommends...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01107
On 4 Feb 09, the applicant was notified by his commander of his intent to recommend his discharge from the Air Force for entry level performance and conduct in accordance with AFI 36-3208, Administrative Separation of Airmen . Based on the documentation on file in the master personnel records, the discharge, to include the service characterization, was appropriately administered and within the discretion of the discharge authority. The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01119
He was informed he had two options - to finish the course and upon completion incur a three year ADSC or decline the ADSC and retire. The applicant did not sign an AF Form 63, ADSC Acknowledgement Statement, prior to departure for training. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicants counsel responded by stating that the applicant could have only incurred the ADSC requirement if he had continued training;...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01120
While the Fiscal Year 2007 (FY 07) POSP plan only detailed renegotiating agreements to receive higher rates, the Medical Special Pays branch stated he could have renegotiated his POSP contract before 4 July 2007. Consequently, the applicant was eligible and had ample time and opportunity to renegotiate an FY07 POSP agreement upon reaching eligibility for the annual $8000 rate on 4 Jul 07, yet he did not do so. Exhibit C. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 1 Jun 09.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01138
She made no election during that time and was automatically enrolled in Option C, "Immediate Annuity for spouse." Included with the letter was some general information on retired pay, the appropriate pay application forms, and information regarding her RCSBP election of automatic option "C." When the applicant filled out her application for retired pay DD Form 2656, she changed her election from spouse to electing not to participate in SBP. The Legal Advisor states the applicant may in...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01150
The complete A1K evaluation is at Exhibit C. SAFPC indicates that based on the documentation provided by the applicant in the AFBCMR file, specifically due to incomplete and missing information, and incorrect format, the Air Force Decoration Board (AFDB) would have most likely disapproved the LOM. By the time the applicants award package was corrected, he had already retired and SAFPC would not consider it. Accordingly, we recommend that his records be corrected as indicated below.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01168
In support of his request, applicant provided a copy of his DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. On 10 Sep 90, the applicant appeared before the Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) requesting his general discharge be upgraded to honorable. Exhibit D. Letter, AFBCMR, dated 8 May 09.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01169
She submitted a request for an accelerated promotion in accordance with (IAW) AFI 36-2504, Officer Promotion, Continuation and Selective Early Removal in the Reserve of the Air Force and requested a 31 July 2008 promotion to the grade of major pin on date. The complete DPSOS evaluation, with attachment, is at Exhibit C. ARPC/DPB recommends denial and states the applicant's active- duty promotion transferred to the Reserves with a DOR and effective date to the grade of major established as 2...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01177
DPSOA states that it does not make sense to change the applicants DD Form 214 when it reflects the correct RE code. As of this date, this office has received no response. _________________________________________________________________ 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01182
On 26 Apr 99, AFPC/DPPRA informed him that during the time he served in Vietnam his unit was not eligible for the RVNGC. HQ AFPC/DPSIDR's completion evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant provided a copy of the criteria for the RVNGC which states US Military units were individually cited for award of the RVNGC; however, the Vietnamese Government issued the award to all units...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01185
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-01185 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: 1. He be awarded the Air Force Training Ribbon (AFTR). After a thorough review of the available evidence and the applicants complete submission, we find no evidence, that his records should be corrected to show he was awarded the VSM, SAEMR or AFTR.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01187
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-01187 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her reentry (RE) code 4J (Entered into Phase I of the Air Force Weight Program, or the unit commander has declared the airman ineligible to reenlist for a period of Phase II or probation) be changed to allow her to enlist in the Reserves. In...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01196
Applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A. They believe that supervisors and commanding officers at the time were in a better position to evaluate the applicant’s potential and eligibility for promotion, and the applicant’s delay regarding a matter now dating back over 62 years has greatly complicated their ability to determine the merits of his position. The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of material error or...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01197
The applicant did not provide any medical records that document the incident or eyewitness statements that support her contentions. After a thorough review of the available evidence and applicants complete submission, we find no evidence the former members records should be corrected to show he was awarded the PH. _________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2009-01197 in Executive Session 12 Nov...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01203
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-01203 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His 4K (Medically disqualified for continued service, or the airman is pending evaluation by a Medical Evaluation Board/Physical Evaluation Board (MEB/PEB)) reentry (RE) code be changed to allow him to reenlist. The DD Form 214 reflects the status...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01267
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS We also find no evidence to indicate the applicant’s service characterization, which had its basis in his conviction by General Court-Martial and was a part of the sentence of the military court, was improper or that it exceeded the limitations set forth in the UCMJ. We have considered applicant's overall quality of service, the General Court-Martial conviction that precipitated the discharge, and the seriousness of the offenses of which...