AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00119
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: In 1993, she received her 20-year letter but did not make an RCSBP election at that time because she was not married. She made no election at that time as she was not married. ), Section 1448 (a)(5)(B) states that “such an election must be written, signed by the person making the election, and received by the Secretary concerned within one year after the date on which that person marries or acquires...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00120
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-00120 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO IN THE MATTER OF: _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His general (under honorable conditions) discharge be upgraded to honorable. He served 5 years, 5 months and 27 days on active duty and credited with 2 years, 9 months and 4 days of foreign service. We took notice of the applicant's complete...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00126
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-00126 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO IN THE MATTER OF: _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He receive active duty orders for the period 1 Oct through 5 Dec 11. The applicant’s complete response is at Exhibit D. _________________________________________________________________ ADDITIONAL AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFMOA/SGHI recommends approval...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00128
DPSIAR states there is no evidence of Air Force error in this case; however, in the interest of justice and absent a competing claimant, DPSIAR recommends the member's record be corrected to show he elected SBP former spouse coverage based on the previous reduced level of retired pay effective 31 May 2007, naming his former spouse as beneficiary. To date, a response has not been received (Exhibit C). _______________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00129
Dereliction of duty--willful failure to report marijuana use by other Air Force members, between 1 Mar 82 and 30 Sep 82. Failure to report to duty, on or about 14 Apr 82. On 17 May 83, the applicant was furnished a General (Under Honorable Conditions) Discharge for misconduct—a pattern of misconduct prejudicial to good order and discipline and credited with 3 years, 9 months, and 21 days of service.
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00130
The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of the Air Force, which is attached at Exhibit B. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSIAR notes there is no evidence of an Air Force error and absent evidence of a competing spouse recommends the election for spouse coverage be voided and former spouse coverage be established on the applicant’s behalf. As...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00134
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-00134 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO IN THE MATTER OF: ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Under Other Than Honorable Conditions (UOTHC) discharge be upgraded to General. In a memorandum, dated 20 Sep 11, the Under Secretary of Defense published guidance that Service Discharge Review Boards should normally grant requests to change the...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00140
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-00140 COUNSEL: HEARING DESIRED: YES IN THE MATTER OF: ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to reflect he elected his former spouse as beneficiary of his Survivor Benefit Program (SBP) based upon full retirement pay. The court ordered the applicant to provide SBP coverage on the former spouse’s behalf, but did not...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00141
Further, the letter he received from the DVA acknowledging his Post 9/11 application, dated 25 Jun 09, mentioned nothing about a transfer being required. Further, DPSIT notes the applicant did receive pre-separation counseling on 9 Oct 08 for educational benefits prior to his terminal leave in Jun 09. Therefore, we elect to resolve any doubt in this matter in behalf of the 3 Panel Chair Member Member applicant and recommend the records be corrected as indicated below.
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00146
A retiring member may change his SBP election up to the date of separation. The member elected spouse and child SBP coverage based on full retired pay on 16 Jun 2011. However, on 30 Nov 2011, one day prior to his 1 Dec 2011 retirement, he changed his election to decline SBP coverage and his wife concurred with his election.
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00148
DPT states the applicant’s record should be corrected to show a break in service from 16 Oct 99 through 9 Jan 06. By removing the additional ISLRS time, her TFCSD, Total Years Service Date (TYSD), and Pay Date would also be adjusted by 6 years, 2 months and 24 days. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to the APPLICANT be corrected to show that: discharged from...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00154
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-00154 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO IN THE MATTER OF: _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His general (under honorable conditions) discharge be upgraded to honorable. On 19 Jul 12, a request for information pertaining to his post- service activities was forwarded to the applicant for response within 30 days. In this respect, we note that...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00155
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-00155 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO IN THE MATTER OF: _______________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, reflect he was separated for a medical condition existing prior to service. On 12 Nov 2009, following his discharge from the Air Force, he obtained copies of his medical records...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00156
On 13 Sep 67, the evaluation officer recommended to the Air Base Group Commander that the applicant be discharged and issued a general discharge. On 22 Sep 67, the applicant was discharged from the Air Force with a general (under honorable conditions) discharge, without probation and rehabilitation. As of this date, no response has been received by this office (Exhibit D).
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00157
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-00157 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO IN THE MATTER OF: _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His service-connected medical conditions, impaired hearing and tinnitus, be assessed as combat-related in order to qualify for compensation under the Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC) Act. In accordance with DD Form 2860, Claim for...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00160
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-00160 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO IN THE MATTER OF: _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her general (under honorable conditions) discharge be upgraded to reflect honorable. On 11 Oct 83, the applicant was notified by her squadron commander that he was recommending her discharge from the Air Force for homosexuality. The following...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00161
Data extracted from the Air Force advisories show the applicant was notified of his commander’s intent to discharge him from the Air Force for misconduct: minor disciplinary infractions and for conditions that interfere with military service: Mental Disorder – Adjustment Disorders and Conditions that interfere with military service mental disorders other disorders. ________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSOS recommends denial. The...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00164
She be considered by the Special Selection Board (SSB) for the L0311E (9 Sep 11) Reduction-in-Force Board – administratively corrected. With regard to her contention that the Professional Military Education (PME) push line does not show that she completed PDE prior to the RIF Board convening date, DPSID states the senior rater who completed the RRF included accurate information at the time he signed the RRF. _________________________________________________________________ The following...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00165
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-00165 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO IN THE MATTER OF: ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her reentry (RE) code of 2X (First-term, second-term, or career airman considered but not selected for reenlistment under the Selective Reenlistment Program (SRP)) be changed to 1M (Eligible to reenlist, second-term or career airmen not yet...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00175
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: ARPC/DPTT recommends denial noting the service member failed to elect to participate in RCSBP. The service member did not submit an application to transfer to the Retired Reserve within the required time period and was discharged effective 21 Sep 09. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified the evidence presented did...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00176
The DPSIDR complete evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant states orders initiating BLUE BAT action were TDY orders and as such do not require return orders. The Air Force has no evidence that this order was cancelled, and none that would indicate the applicant did not perform the duty as ordered. We believe the evidence provided is sufficient to support the applicant’s claim...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00178
In support of his request, the applicant provides a personal statement, a copy of a document extracted from his military personnel records and a notarized letter from a former coworker attesting to his service in the Republic of Vietnam. No documentation was provided to verify the applicant served in Vietnam, or any area for which the VSM is authorized for the specified period of time. We believe a reasonable basis exists to conclude the applicant served in Vietnam based on the applicant’s...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00180
In support of his appeal, the applicant provides copies of his DD Form 214, Report of Separation from Active Duty, Special Order GB-821, a Citation for the AFOUA, an AF Form 7, Airman Military Record, and information concerning eligibility for the AFTR. The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of the Air Force, which is attached at Exhibit C. ________________________________________________________________ AIR...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00184
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-00184 COUNSEL: HEARING DESIRED: NO IN THE MATTER OF: ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Bad Conduct Discharge (BCD) be upgraded so he is entitled to receive Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) benefits. He received a BCD, and was discharged from the Air Force after honorably serving for 11 years. We took notice of the applicant's...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00185
DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-00185 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to show his character of service as honorable instead of general (under honorable conditions). Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we conclude that no basis exists to upgrade the applicant’s general...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00192
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-00192 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO IN THE MATTER OF: _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His reentry (RE) code of “4A” (Separated for Hardship or Dependency Reasons) be changed to a “1” series RE code which would allow him to reenlist. The DPSOA complete evaluation is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00193
DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-00193 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Reenlistment Code of “2X” “1ST-Term, 2ND-Term or Career Amn Not Selected Under Selective Reenlistment Program (SRP)” be changed. The applicant’s supervisor non- recommended him for reenlistment and his commander non-selected him on an AF IMT 418,...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00198
DD Form 899, Request and Authorization for Permanent Change of Station – Military, be corrected to reflect his dependents address from Beale Air Force Base (AFB), California to Kadena (Okinawa) Air Base (AB), Japan. The applicant states he departed on 22 April 2011, but he advised Air Force Personnel Center Family Member Travel that he departed on 30 April 2011. The applicant purchased tickets for his dependents to travel to the United States at which time they went on a cruise.
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00201
On 9 May 09, the applicant submitted a request to retire in lieu of discharge; the request was returned to the applicant without action and he was directed to submit a new application upon completion of the discharge process. On 17 Mar 10, the Secretary of the Air Force denied the applicant’s request for retirement. On 12 Apr 10, the applicant was separated from the Air Force with an UOTHC discharge.
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00206-1
His Officer Performance Report (OPR) rendered for the period of 1 Mar 07 through 29 Feb 08 be removed from his Officer Selection Record (OSR). Although the applicant did not request the upgrade of his JSCM to a DMSM in his original application, in his rebuttal to the advisory opinions, his counsel states the applicant requests it be upgraded, contending the rater deliberately and improperly downgraded the decoration in retaliation for the applicant’s efforts to ensure he did not make an...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00208
The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are described in the letter prepared by the Air Force office of primary responsibility, which is attached at Exhibit C. ________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSIRP recommends denial indicating there is no evidence of an error or an injustice. To obtain relief, applicants must show by a preponderance of the evidence some error or injustice warranting corrective action by the...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00212
The RVCM 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 1961 and 28 Mar 1973; or served outside the geographical limits of South Vietnam and contributed direct combat support to the Republic of Vietnam (RVN) Armed Forces for an aggregate of six months. The complete DPSIDR evaluation is at Exhibit D. ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00213
The applicant’s DD Form 214 dated 29 May 69 does not reflect any foreign service. The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of the Air Force, which is attached at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSID recommends denial noting there is insufficient evidence to support the applicant served in the AOE for the required period of time for award...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00222
On 17 Dec 1989, the applicant submitted a request to the Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) for an upgrade to his discharge. In the interest of justice, 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 this application in Executive Session...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00223
The Public Law states in part, that “an individual may transfer such entitlement only while serving as a member of the Armed Forces when the transfer is executed.” Articles were published that explained the program benefits and requirements. _________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2012-00223 in Executive Session on 13 Sep 12, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603: Panel Chair Member Member All...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00227
0272 ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: Over the 4th of July weekend in 2011 he received a citation for “minor in consumption of alcohol.” He had enlisted in the Air Force Reserve and was scheduled to begin Basic Military Training (BMT) on 26 July 2011. On 6 September 2011, his commander notified him that he was recommending him for discharge under the provisions of Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 36-32, Military Retirements...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00231
The board convened on 6 Jun 11 and the report was not signed and finalized until 25 Jul 11, after the board convened. To allow the OPR to be considered for SSB consideration with signature dates on or after the CY11A Col Chaplain CSB convening date would allow the applicant a potential promotion selection advantage other officers are not afforded whose evaluations closed out in similar timeframes prior to the CSB convening. The complete DPSIDEP evaluation is at Exhibit C. AFPC/DPSOO...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00232
Based on the available evidence of record, it appears the applicant’s entry-level separation with uncharacterized service for failure to meet physical standards for enlistment was consistent with the substantive requirements of the governing instructions and within the commander’s discretionary authority. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of material...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00233
In support of his appeal, the applicant provides a personal statement and his medical records. The documentation the applicant requests be removed from his records does not exist. ________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered BCMR Docket Number BC-2012-00233 in Executive Session on 30 August 2012, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603: The following documentary evidence was considered: Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 4 Jan 11, w/atchs.
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00238
________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: He was removed from the Temporary Disability Retirement List (TDRL) on account of conditions that the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) claimed were resolved, although he continues to receive treatment. On 9 November 2004, the Informal Physical Evaluation Board (IPEB) reevaluated the applicant’s case and recommended discharge with severance pay with a rating of 10%. After reviewing the case, SAFPC...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00240
His fitness assessments dated 29 December 2010, 9 March 2011, and 16 August 2011 be removed from the Air Force Fitness Management System (AFFMS). The complete DPSOE evaluation is at Exhibit E. ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the applicant on 17 July 2102, for review and comment within 30 days (Exhibit F). After a thorough review of the evidence presented, we...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00246
The evaluation officer recommended the applicant be discharged and be given a general discharge and that his request for an upgrade to honorable be considered due to his excellent on duty work record. In the interest of justice, 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...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00252
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-00252 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES IN THE MATTER OF: _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to reflect he made a timely election for former spouse coverage under the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP). _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00255
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS DOCKET NUMBERS: BC-2012-00255 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO IN THE MATTER OF: _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Fitness Assessment (FA), dated 14 December 2011, be removed from the Air Force Fitness Management System (AFFMS). Fioricet and Celebrex carry Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warnings for cardiovascular thrombotic events to include heart...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00258
In support of his request, the applicant provides an expanded statement and copies of excerpts from his military personnel record, which include performance reports, Air Force Forms (AF) IMT 2096, Classification/On-the-Job Training Action, as well as letters of support from his current rating chain. The complete ARPC/DPB evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: In support of his request the...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00261
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-00261 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO IN THE MATTER OF: _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His general (under honorable conditions) discharge be upgraded to honorable. On 28 January 1985, the applicant was notified by his commander of his intent to recommend that he be discharged from the Air Force under the provisions of AFR 39-10. The...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00266
His records be corrected to reflect award of the Bronze Star Medal (BSM). His records be corrected to reflect award of the Combat Readiness Medal (CRM). In support of the appeal, the applicant provides copies of two personal statements, Minutes of Command Awards and Decorations Board Meeting, dated 5 Nov 69, Bronze Star Medal Citation, Bronze Star Medal disapproval letter, Authorization to Wear the Combat Crew Members Badge, CRM criteria, AF Form 1042, Medical Recommendation for Flying...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00271
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-00271 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO IN THE MATTER OF: ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her character of service on her DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, be changed from Uncharacterized to Honorable. Pursuant to the Board’s request, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) provided a copy of an...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00285
If all the facts and unfitting disabling conditions were justly considered, he would have been medically retired at 100 percent. The IPEB noted “you have been unable to perform Security Forces duties since 2007 due to limitations resulting from your continued bilateral knee pain.” On 14 Apr 09, the applicant non-concurred with the findings and recommended disposition of the IPEB and requested a formal 2 hearing with counsel. Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1332.38, Physical...
AF | BCMR | CY2012 | BC-2012-00286
DPSIAR indicates that since there is a possibility of Air Force error in this case, they recommend the applicant’s record be corrected to reflect he declined SBP coverage effective 21 June 2008. He wants his former spouse dropped from his SBP and is willing to pay for his son’s coverage since 30 June 2009. The following documentary evidence for AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2012- 00286 was considered: Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 10 Feb 12, w/atchs.