AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02542
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS The commander informed the applicant of his rights, to include being represented by legal counsel and presenting his case to an administrative discharge board and, on 3 December 1987, he waived his right to present his case to an administrative discharge board, contingent on his receiving no less than a general discharge. The following members of the Board considered Docket Number BC-2008-02542 in Executive Session on 11 February 2009...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02547
INDEX CODE: 100.03 BC-2008-02547 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-2008-02552
Members of the Board Mr. Thomas S. Markiewicz, Mr. Elwood C. Lewis III and Mr. Kurt R. LaFrance considered this application on 23 October 2008. THOMAS S. MARKIEWICZ Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFPC/DPSOA, dtd 14 Aug 08, w/Atch AFBCMR BC-2008-02552 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-2008-02577
In support of her request, the applicant provided a copy of her DD Form 2656, Data for Payment of Retired Personnel, DD Form 2656-2, Survivor benefit Plan (SBP) Termination Request, and a letter from the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) Retired and Annuity Pay Office. The applicant’s contentions are duly noted; 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02582
INDEX CODE: 112.06 AFBCMR BC-2008-02582 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 | CY2009 | BC-2008-02586
INDEX CODE: 100.03 BC-2008-02586 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-2008-02587
She incurred the ADSC by completing pilot training and is now unable to fly. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Applicant states that her 10-year ADSC should have never been incurred. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT be corrected to show that her 10-year Active Duty...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02590
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS They recommended the applicant’s request be approved and that he receive a UOTHC discharge. The following members of the Board considered Docket Number BC- 2008-02590 in Executive Session on 16 October 2008, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02608
DPSITE states the applicant provided no evidence of a government error that caused him to decline participation. Disenrollment is complete when the individual completes the portion of the DD Form 2366, which states "I do not desire to participate in the GI Bill of 1984. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinion and the recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt its rationale as...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02634
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 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 Correction of Military Records is announced, and...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02640
Applicant was discharged on 1 Dec 65. To date, no response has been received (Exhibit D). Exhibit D Letter, AFBCMR, dated 2 Dec 08.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02641
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2008- 02641 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His undesirable discharge be upgraded to a general (under honorable conditions) or honorable discharge. _____________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02648
On 18 April 2006, the applicant was discharged with an entry-level separation and an uncharacterized service characterization. The Department of Defense (DoD) determined that if a member served less than 180 days continuous active service, it would be unfair to the member and the service to characterize their limited service. The following members of the Board considered Docket Number BC-2008-02648 in Executive Session on 27 January 2009, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02665
In support of his request, applicant provides a copy of his WD AGO Form 53- 55, Enlisted Record and Report of Separation, a list of prisoners at Camp Hunenberg, a copy of an escape attempt military police report and other associated documents pertaining to his internment. The complete AFPC/DPWC evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant provides the definition of a...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02666
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS During the time he was in the Air Force, it was very difficult for Blacks. The following members of the Board considered Docket Number BC-2008-02666 in Executive Session on 16 December 2008, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02668
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS At the time he was disciplined, he requested that he be discharged and was subsequently rendered a general discharge. The following members of the Board considered Docket Number BC-2008-02668 in Executive Session on 16 December 2008, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02670
Although not used as a basis for discharge, the applicant’s records contain the following documented incidents of misconduct: We considered upgrading the discharge based on clemency; however, we do not find the evidence presented is sufficient to compel us to recommend granting the relief sought on that basis. The following members of the Board considered Docket Number BC-2008-02670 in Executive Session on 7 October 2008, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02676
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2008-02676 INDEX CODE: 110.02 XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES ___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Narrative Reason for Separation of “Involuntary Discharge: Substandard Performance of Duty” and the corresponding Separation Program Designator (SPD) code of “GHK” be changed to...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02680A
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 F. By letter, dated 5 November 2008, applicant requests reconsideration of his request, contending that his commander submitted a recommendation for the award of the BSM and that he was selected to receive the BSM award. Therefore, the request for a hearing is not favorably considered. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02685
INDEX CODE: 137.04 AFBCMR BC-2008-02685 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, Mr. Jay H. Jordan, Mr. Elwood C. Lewis, and Mr. Robert S. Jack, considered this application on 10...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02705
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2008-02705 COUNSEL: GARY MYERS HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He granted Special Selection Board (SSB) consideration for the CY93B and CY94A Major Central Selection Boards. First, contrary to the author’s assertion, the Berkley case did not involve EO language used in promotion boards. The critical...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02710
After he was discharged from the Air Force he discovered his real SSN. DPSS asked the applicant by letter to provide a letter from the Social Security Administration stating his SSN reflected the requested change at the time of his enlistment. The complete DPSS evaluation, with attachment, is at Exhibit B.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02713
The complete DPSIDEP evaluation, with attachment, is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 3 October 2008 for review and comment within 30 days. As of this date, this office has received no response. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02714
The applicant is a former member of the Air Force Reserve unit program. 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 Docket Number BC-2008-02714 in Executive...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02728
AFBCMR BC-2008-02728 INDEX CODE: 137.04 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 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 Mr. Thomas S. Markiewicz, Mr. Elwood C. Lewis III and Mr. Kurt R. LaFrance...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02734
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2008-02734 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NOT INDICATED HEARING DESIRED: NOT INDICATED _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to show his entitlement to the Korean Defense Service Medal (KDSM). Service member must have been assigned, attached or mobilized to units operating in the area of eligibility for...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02737
_________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: On 4 Sep 84, the applicant entered active duty in the Regular Air Force. 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 decision that the applicant has failed to sustain his burden of proof of the existence of either...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02744
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2008-02744 INDEX CODE: 137.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to reflect he made a timely election for former spouse coverage under the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP). After thoroughly reviewing the evidence of record, we agree with the recommendation of the Air...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02758
Members of the Board, Mr. Joseph D. Yount, Mr. Grover L. Dunn and Mr. Richard K. Hartley considered this application on 16 September 2008. JOSEPH D. YOUNT Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 7 Aug 08, w/atchs AFBCMR BC-2008-02758 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-2008-02775
We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinions and recommendations of the Air Force offices of primary responsibility and adopt their rationale as the basis for our decision that the applicant has failed to sustain his burden of proof of the existence of either an error or an injustice. Exhibit D. Letter, HQ AFPC/DPSIDR, dated 10 Sep 08. Exhibit E. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 19 Sep 08.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02800
On 22 March 1985, the applicant was discharged in the grade of airman first class (E-3) for misconduct – civilian conviction, with a general service characterization. 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02809
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2008-02809 INDEX CODE: COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to reflect one year of satisfactory service for the period of 30 Jan 83 through 14 Jan 84. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: His service record no longer...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02842
The complete DPSIDR evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATIONS: The applicant responded stating it is unfortunate records covering the period he served on active duty are not maintained. ________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT be corrected to show that he was...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02843
Although we find his actions, which led to his award of the Soldier’s Medal commendable, we see no evidence of either an error or an injustice in this case. In this regard, we took note that the Secretary of the Air Force Personnel Council previously considered his request and determined that his action did not rise to the level of "extraordinary" heroism as required for award of the additional 10% in retired pay. _________________________________________________________________ The...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02860
The shipment had a net weight of 19,220 pounds. Regulations require that PBP&E be separately packed, marked, and identified as such on the shipping documents in order to receive credit. _________________________________________________________________ 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02862
In support of his appeal, the applicant provides expanded statements, documentation pertaining to his indebtedness, previous Board decisions, and other documents associated with the matter under review. The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are contained in the letters prepared by the appropriate offices of the Air Force, which are attached at Exhibits C and D. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSOA recommends...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02882
Members of the Board, Mr. Laurence M. Groner, Ms. B.J. White- Olson, and Ms. Debra M. Czajkowski, considered this application on 5 March 2009. AFBCMR BC-2008-02882 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 Correction of Military Records is announced, and it is directed that: The...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02883
Any and or all ANG and Army records damaged by the Revocation of Flying Order action be corrected. During this time, he received a negative OPR from his AFR unit. He was never informed his Flying Order would be permanently revoked, in fact, he was told by his former ANG commander that his record would not be damaged in any way should he be unable to return to Oklahoma for continuation of T-37 training with only one day’s notice.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02885
The applicant’s DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, incorrectly reflects the applicant’s separation code and narrative reason as “MBK” and “completion of required active service.” The separation code should reflect “MND” and a narrative reason of “Miscellaneous/General Reasons.” HQ AFPC/DPSOS’s complete evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit C. HQ AFPC/DPSOA reviewed the application and recommends denial, stating, in part, that on 15 Jun 05, the applicant...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02900
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: The requested awards were not included on his DD Form 214, Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge, and his DD Form 256, Honorable Discharge Certificate. 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02911
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS The incident which precipitated the action was a gang fight on 29 July 1964 involving the applicant, another airman, and five civilian youths. The following members of the Board considered Docket Number BC-2008-02911 in Executive Session on 29 October 2008, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02916
Members of the Board Mr. Thomas S. Markiewicz, Ms. Michele M. Rachie, and Mr. Mark J. Novitski, considered this application on 4 December 2008. THOMAS S. MARKIEWICZ Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFPC/DPSIAR, dtd 20 Oct 08 AFBCMR BC-2008-02916 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 Force Board for Correction...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02935
The complete DPSIDR 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 23 December 2008, for review and response. After a thorough review of the available evidence and the applicant’s complete submission, we find no evidence, that her records should be corrected to show she was awarded the ACM or ICM. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02960
Members of the Board Mr. Joseph D. Yount, Mr. Grover L. Dunn and Mr. Richard K. Hartley considered this application on 16 September 2008. JOSEPH D. YOUNT Panel Chair Attachments: 1. Ltr, AFRC/SGP, dtd 2 Sep 08, w/Atch AFBCMR BC-2008-02960 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-2008-02977
________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: Applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 31 January 1973. In response to the request, applicant provided personal statements for the Board to consider, which are attached at Exhibit E. ________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT: 1. Exhibit E. Letter, Applicant, not dated, w/atch.
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02978
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2008-02978 INDEX CODE: 112.10 xxxxxxxxxxxxx COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His general (under honorable conditions) discharge be upgraded to honorable and his reentry (RE) code be changed so he may enlist in the Air Force Reserve. On 28 Apr 93, he received nonjudicial punishment for being...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02984
The complete DPSIDR 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 26 September 2008 for review and comment within 30 days. Even though, he was unable to provide a copy of the special order approving the DMSM, the evidence provided appears to be a valid document and we believe that he did in fact receive the DMSM upon his retirement...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-02986
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2008-02986 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be awarded the Presidential Unit Citation (PUC), the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (AFOUA), and the Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon (SAEMR). DPSIDR states that the applicant's units of assignment were not awarded the...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-03006
The HQ AFPC/DPSOS’s complete evaluation is at Exhibit C. HQ AFPC/JA recommends the applicant’s nonselection for retention by the 6 June 2006 FSB be set aside and that she be considered by a special FSB selection board utilizing a corrected RRF. However, the majority of the Board believes that thorough and fitting relief in this case would be to correct her records to show that she was selected for retention by the 10 Apr 06 FSB, and to reinstate her to active duty. Accordingly, the...
AF | BCMR | CY2009 | BC-2008-03015
While attending Air Force BMT, he was notified on 8 August 2007 of his commander’s intention to recommend him for an Entry Level Separation due to a condition that interferes with military service; specifically mental disorders. A review of the applicant’s records reveals there was an error in his separation record in that he was incorrectly discharged from the Air Force with a Separation Code of “JFX” and a Narrative Reason for Separation of “Personality Disorder.” This does not infer that...