RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 01-02258
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
The reenlistment eligibility code (RE) be changed from 2K to RE 4D to
allow him to enter the Air National Guard.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
In essence, his RE code is incorrect because he was honorably
discharged.
Applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is attached at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The 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. Accordingly, there is no
need to recite these facts in this Record of Proceedings.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPPRS stated that the applicant did not submit any new evidence
or identify any errors or injustices that occurred in the discharge
processing. He has not filed a timely request.
A complete copy of the evaluation is attached at Exhibit C.
AFPC/DPPAE stated that the applicant was released from active duty on
15 Oct 96 with an honorable characterization of service after serving
9 years and 2 months. He received an RE code of 2K, “Has been
formally notified by the unit commander of initiation of involuntary
separation action.” Since the reduction in force program was a
mandatory program to reduce the force and 2K was the RE code
authorized to closely relate to the program, there is no justification
for a change. However, if the Board wishes to grant the applicant
relief they recommend changing his code to 3K “Reserved for use by HQ
AFPC or the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records
(AFBCMR) when no other reenlistment eligibility code applies or is
appropriate.”
A complete copy of the evaluation is attached at Exhibit D.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
Complete copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the
applicant on 21 Sep 01, for review and response within 30 days.
However, as of this date, no response has been received by this
office.
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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:
1. The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by existing
law or regulations.
2. The application was not timely filed; however, it is in the
interest of justice to excuse the failure to timely file.
3. Sufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate
the existence of probable error or injustice. After reviewing the
circumstances surrounding applicant’s separation from the Air Force,
we believe that the RE code in question is unjust. In this regard, we
note that the applicant was separated due to a reduction in force.
The Air Force states that the only RE code that closely relates to
this reason is “RE-2K.” While this may be correct, we believe that in
view of applicant’s overall record and his apparent desire to serve in
the Air National Guard, he should not be denied the opportunity to
apply for reenlistment in the armed forces if he desires. Therefore,
we recommend that his record be corrected to show he was issued an RE
code of “3K” (Reserve for use by HQ AFPC and the AFBCMR) at the time
of separation. Applicant’s request for an RE code of “4D” was
considered; however, we believe that the more appropriate code would
be “3K.” Whether or not he is successful will depend on the needs of
the service and our recommendation in no way guarantees that he will
be allowed to return to any branch of the service. Therefore, we
recommend his RE code be changed to “3K.”
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THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT:
The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force
relating to APPLICANT, be corrected to show that, in conjunction with
his entry level separation on 11 October 1996, he was issued a
reenlistment eligibility (RE) code of “3K,” rather than “2C.”
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The following members of the Board considered this application in
Executive Session on 15 November 2001, under the provisions of AFI 36-
2603:
Mr. Henry Romo, Jr., Panel Chair
Mr. Clyde L. Williams, Member
Ms. Ann-Cecile McDermott, Member
All members voted to correct the records, as recommended. The
following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 20 Jul 01, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPPRS, dated 23 Aug 01.
Exhibit D. Letter, AFPC/DPPAE, dated 12 Sep 01.
Exhibit E. Letter, SAF/MIBR, dated 21 Sep 01.
HENRY ROMO, JR
Panel Chair
AFBCMR 01-02258
MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF
Having received and considered the recommendation of the Air
Force Board for Correction of Military Records and under the authority
of Section 1552, Title 10, United States Code (70A Stat 116), it is
directed that:
The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air
Force relating to APPLICANT be corrected to show that, in conjunction
with his release from active duty on 11 October 1996, he was issued a
reenlistment eligibility (RE) code of “3K,” rather than “2K.”
JOE G. LINEBERGER
Director
Air Force Review Boards Agency
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