AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01283
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-01283 INDEX CODE: 110.00 ------------ COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC) discharge be upgraded to general (under honorable conditions). On 17 Aug 09, the applicant provided a statement from his representative, and three character reference...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01300
He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award. The complete DPSIDR evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant submitted a copy of his individual flight record dated 31 Jan 70 which indicates he flew a total of 15 combat sortie flights between 29 Jul 69 and 01 Sep 69. _________________________________________________________________ THE...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01324
His second Article 15, received for discharging a weapon required he spend 30 days in correctional custody and forfeit $41.00 per month for two months. He was discharged in the grade of airman basic (AB) effective and with a date of rank of 18 Sep 64. _________________________________________________________________ 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 | CY2009 | BC-2009-01333
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. Joseph D. Yount, Ms. Barbara J. Barger, and Mr. Grover L. Dunn, considered this application on 29 July 2009. JOSEPH D. YOUNT Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFPC/DPSOA, dtd 15 May 09 AFBCMR BC-2009-01333 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01344
His records be corrected to show entitlement to the Presidential Unit Citation (PUC) and entitlements for time served in direct support of Vietnam. His application has been partially resolved administratively as AFPC/DPSIDR has verified the applicant’s entitlement to the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (AFOUA) while assigned to the 6200 th FMS and has taken action to correct his records to reflect this entitlement. Only members of the U.S. Armed Forces who meet the criteria established...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01347
On 5 Feb 09, the DVA notified the applicant that Veterans who set foot in Vietnam during the Vietnam Conflict are considered to have been exposed to Agent Orange since it was widely used. The RVNCM is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served for six months in South Vietnam, during the period 1 Mar 61 to 28 Mar 73 or who served outside the geographical limits of the Republic of Vietnam and contributed direct combat support to the Republic of Vietnam and Armed...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01355
He be awarded the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal for Cuba, the Air Force Overseas Ribbon-Long (AFOR-L), the Republic of Vietnam Civil Action Medal, and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal (RVCM). _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSIDR recommends denial of the applicant’s request for award of the AFEM, AFOR-L, RVCM and the Republic of Vietnam Civil Action Medal. His DD Form 215, Correction to DD Form 214, Armed Forces of the...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01359
The applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit A. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we find no evidence of an error or injustice that occurred in the discharge process. ________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; the application was denied without a personal...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01406
Former officers with a break in service are not eligible for promotion for one year after accession. His allegation that the recruiters lost his application package causing him to miss the CY09 Major Position Vacancy Board is without merit as his break in service would not have allowed him to meet that board in any case. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01466
We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case and after reviewing the evidence of record, it appears the discharge was consistent with the procedural and substantive requirements of the discharge regulation, was within the discretion of the discharge authority, and the Separation Code as shown on his DD Form 214 is correct.. The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; the...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01482
We are not unmindful or unappreciative of the applicant's service to our Nation; however, after thoroughly reviewing the evidence of record and noting his contentions, 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 the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice since there is no medical documentation of treatment in a field hospital of any injuries sustained as a direct...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01505
On 23 Sep 94, the Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) considered and denied the applicant’s request for an upgrade of his discharge. On 29 Jun 09, the applicant provided a personal statement, a character reference letter, and excerpts from his military personnel records (Exhibit E). ________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of material error or...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01557
INDEX CODE: 137.00 AFBCMR BC-2009-01557 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: XXXXXXXXXXX Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01564
INDEX CODE: 128.04 AFBCMR BC-2009-01564 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. Members of the Board, , considered this application on 9 December 2009. Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, ANG/A1PS, dtd 18...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01628
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-01628 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, be corrected as follows: 1. In response to the Board’s request, the FBI indicated that on the basis of the data furnished they were unable to identify with an...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01665
To date, no response to this request has been received. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we find no evidence of an error or injustice that occurred in the discharge processing. Exhibit D. Letter, AFBCMR, dated 10 Jul 09.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01667
Applicant re-enlisted on 5 Dec 55 for a period of four years. By letter, dated 27 Jul 09, Mr. XXXXXXXXXX, XXXXXXX County Veterans Service Officer, attests to the applicant’s good character, eluding to his struggle with alcohol and citing the lack of help for alcoholics in “the old days” (Exhibit F). The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2009-01667 in Executive Session on 1 Sep 09, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01716
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSIDEP evaluation is at exhibit C. 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 relevant evidence not considered with this application.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01720
His Officer Performance Report (OPR) rendered for the period 2 Apr 06 through 30 May 07 be declared void and removed from his records, and a reaccomplished OPR be accepted for file in its place. Additionally, the reviewer of the contested OPR, an Air Force officer, could have intervened and had the report adjusted before it became a matter of record. The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2009-01720 in Executive Session on 7 Oct 09, under the provisions of...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01730
Extending his HOS entitlement one additional year would allow him to avoid additional financial hardship should he find employment outside of his local area and have to move, and would provide him the additional time he needs to get his personal affairs in order. There is no evidence of Air Force error in this case and they could find no basis in law to extend an entitlement past six years from his date of retirement. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01743
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. Joseph D. Yount, Ms. Barbara J. Barger, and Mr. Grover L. Dunn, considered this application on 29 July 2009. JOSEPH D. YOUNT Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, ARPC/DPP, dtd 30 Jun 09, w/atchs AFBCMR BC-2009-01743 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01747
Since there was no Reserve Sanctuary law in place until 1992, the applicant could not have been placed in Sanctuary when he was transferred to the IRR in 1986 or discharged in 1988. If he had served two additional months, his satisfactory service time would have been completed. The applicant asserts that based on having over 18 years of service at the time of his discharge, he should have been placed in sanctuary and allowed to serve the time needed to retire.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-0175
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: From 1996 to 2009, he served several tours that were in active duty status and several while in an Air Reserve Technician (ART) status. He later learned the Joint Federal Travel Regulation (JFTR) confers eligibility to those members who were on active duty at retirement and had served on active duty for the six years leading up to the retirement date. He states he earned the military last move as the...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01754
In support of the application, the applicant submits a copy of her final divorce decree and her former spouse's death certificate. Moreover, there is no divorce decree requiring SBP (perhaps because it was not within court authority to order it at that time). The complete SAF/MRB Legal Advisor's evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Counsel for the applicant states a former military spouse...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01762
The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application, extracted from the applicant’s military records, are contained in the letters prepared by the appropriate office of the Air Force at Exhibits C & G. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFPC/DPSIDR recommends denial. The DFC may be awarded to any person who, after 6 Apr 17, while serving in any capacity with the US Armed Forces, distinguished themselves by heroism or...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01782
The available evidence of record indicates the applicant received an undesirable discharge for fraudulent enlistment. However, we are not persuaded by the evidence of record, or the documentation provided by the applicant, that his record of service was sufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge. The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2009-01782 in Executive Session on 7 Oct 09, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01811
In view of the foregoing, and in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we conclude that no basis exists to upgrade the applicant’s UOTHC discharge. 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 relevant evidence not considered with this application. The following...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01844
Exhibit D. Letter, AFBCMR, 23 Jul 09, w/atch. GREGORY A. PARKER Panel Chair AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS CASE TRANSMITTAL / COORDINATION RECORD IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NO: XXXXXXX BC-2009-01844 ROUTE IN TURN INITIALS DATE 1. B. TAYLOR, JR. Chief Examiner Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records Attachment: Record of Board Proceedings
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01850
APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION : 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 relevant evidence not considered with this application. The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2009-01850 in Executive Session on 17 Sep 09,...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01881
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-01881 INDEX CODE: A67.00 XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His General (Under Honorable Conditions) discharge be upgraded to Honorable. In view of the foregoing, and in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we conclude that no basis exists to upgrade the applicant’s general...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01898
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS If the applicant can provide such evidence, we will reconsider her application. The following members of the Board considered Docket Number BC-2009-01898 in Executive Session on 23 September 2009, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01904
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. The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT, XXXXXXX, be corrected to show that ten (10) days of leave were added to his leave account commencing 2 October 2009. Air Force Board for Correction
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01953
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS Based on the available evidence of record, it appears the applicant’s UOTHC discharge for his criminal conviction by civil authorities was consistent with the substantive requirements of the discharge regulation and within the commander’s discretionary authority. The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2009-01953 in Executive Session on 20 Oct 09, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-01997
On 20 Jan 04, the applicant initiated an AF Form 102, Inspector General Personal and Fraud, Waste and Abuse Complaint Registration , alleging reprisal and abuse of authority by his chain of command relative to his EPR and his request for extension of his (DEROS). On 20 Dec 05, the applicant was notified by Headquarters, Air Mobility Command Office of the Inspector General (HQ AMC/IG) of its findings regarding his allegations. SAF/IG reviewed the HQ AMC/IG report of investigation and...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-02005
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, AFPC/DPSIAR, dated 10 Jul 09 AFBCMR BC-2009-02005 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-2009-02010
There is no evidence the member submitted a valid former spouse election within one year following their divorce. The Legal Advisor states the widow became the SBP beneficiary by operation of law when the member died in Jun 05 and is currently receiving SBP payments. We note the opinion and recommendation of the SAF/MRB Legal Advisor that as an operation of law the member’s spouse is the legal beneficiary unless a legally effective election or deemed election (pursuant to a court order)...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-02051
_________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: Applicant’s military personnel records indicate he enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 10 Sep 97 as an airman basic (E-1) for a period of four years. The RE code of 4I is correct since the applicant was on the Control Roster at the time of his separation. A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-02104
His record, to include the Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM), awarded for the period 1 Nov 05 to 30 Nov 08, be considered by a Special Selection Board (SSB) for the Calendar Year 2008C (CY08C) Major Central Selection Board (CSB). Applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A. The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2009-02104 in Executive Session on 1 Sep 09, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-02134
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS He be awarded the Air Force Combat Action Medal (AFCAM) for qualifying duty in Iraq where he served as an aircrew member (navigator) from 28 Jul 04 through 15 Oct 04. Exhibit C. Letter, NGB/A1PS, dated 7 Jul 09, w/atch.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-02186
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. 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 Force Board for Correction of Military Records is announced, and it...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-02237
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS Therefore, a majority of the Board concludes the applicant's discharge should be upgraded to honorable. The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT be corrected to show that on 16 March 1983, he was honorably discharged and furnished an Honorable Discharge certificate.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-02323
_________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: ANG eligibility requirements for the FY08 ACP program required aviators to be on active duty orders for one uninterrupted year (no amendments or modifications to original orders); have less than 20 years of aviation service (YAS) at application and, not go over 20 YAS during the current contract. The applicant was initially ordered to extended active duty from 1 Oct 07 through 31 Dec 07. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-02355
Based on the available evidence of record, it appears the applicant’s General (Under Honorable Conditions) discharge for unsatisfactory performance was consistent with the substantive requirements of the discharge regulation and within the commander’s discretionary authority. In view of the foregoing, and in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we conclude that no basis exists to upgrade the applicant’s General (Under Honorable Conditions) discharge. Exhibit D. Letter, AFBCMR, dated 31...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-02600
In support of this application, the applicant submits copies of his APRs. He was discharged on 21 Jun 88; he served 5 years, 9 months and 11 days on active duty. On 2 Oct 92, the Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) denied a similar request by the applicant.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-02632
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS Based on the available evidence of record, it appears the applicant’s UOTHC discharge for misconduct-sexual deviation was consistent with the substantive requirements of the discharge regulation and within the commander’s discretionary authority. In view of the foregoing, and in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we conclude that no basis exists to upgrade the applicant’s UOTHC discharge.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-02780
INDEX CODE: 128.04 AFBCMR BC-2009-02780 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. Members of the Board, , considered this application on 9 December 2009. Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, ANG/A1PS, dtd 18...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-02785
INDEX CODE: 128.04 AFBCMR BC-2009-02785 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. Members of the Board, considered this application on 9 December 2009. Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, ANG/A1PS, dtd 3 Dec...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-02889
Sufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of injustice regarding the applicant’s request that her general discharge be upgraded to honorable. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to the APPLICANT be corrected to show that on 16 February 1993, she was honorably discharged and furnished an Honorable Discharge certificate. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2009-029251
INDEX CODE: 137.04 AFBCMR BC-2009-02432 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 | CY2009 | BC-2009-03032
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 XXXXXXXXXX, XXXXXXXXXX, and XXXXXXXXXX considered this application on 9 December 09. XXXXXXXXXX Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFPC/DPSIAR, dtd 23 Sep 09 DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE WASHINGTON DC Office Of The Assistant Secretary AFBCMR...