RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 01-01917
INDEX CODE: 110.02
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) Code of “2C” be changed so that he may
reenlist in the Air Force.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
His discharge could have been prevented if he would have been allowed to
change his Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) prior to being sent to Air Force
technical school.
In support of his request, he submits a personal statement, a supportive
statement from a community member and copies of his DD Form 214. His
complete submission is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force in the grade of airman
basic (E-1) on 9 December 1998. On 29 April 1999, applicant was notified
by his commander that in accordance with AFPD 36-32 and AFI 36-3208,
paragraph 5.22, he was recommending the applicant be discharged from the
Air Force with an entry level separation. The specific reason for the
commander's action was that the applicant failed to make satisfactory
progress in a required technical training program, Aircraft Electrical and
Environmental Systems Apprentice Course.
The applicant was advised of his rights in this matter. The applicant
acknowledged receipt of the notification on that same date and the
commander initiated discharge proceedings against the applicant on 29 April
1999. After consulting counsel, the applicant waived his right to submit
statements on his own behalf.
In a legal review of the discharge case file, the wing deputy staff judge
advocate, found it legally sufficient and recommended that the applicant be
discharged from the Air Force with an entry-level separation. On 5 May
1999, the discharge authority directed that the applicant be discharged
from the Air Force with an entry-level separation without probation and
rehabilitation. Accordingly, applicant was discharged on 6 May 1999 for
“Entry Level Performance or Conduct” with an RE code of 2C, “Involuntarily
separated with an honorable discharge; or entry level separation without
characterization of service.” He had served 4 months and 28 days on active
duty.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
The Separation Procedures Section, AFPC/DPPRS, reviewed the applicant's
request and recommends denial. DPPRS states that airmen are given entry-
level separation/uncharacterized service characterization when separation
is initiated in the first 180 days of continuous active serve. The
uncharacterized character of service is correct and in accordance with DoD
and Air Force instructions due to the applicant’s limited service (see
Exhibit C).
The Skills Management Branch, AFPC/DPPAE, reviewed applicant's request and
states that the RE code of 2C, “Involuntarily separated with an honorable
discharge; or entry level separation without characterization of service”
is correct (see Exhibit D).
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
Applicant responded and submits three letters of reference and again states
his desire to reenlist in the Air Force. His complete submission is at
Exhibit F.
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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 timely filed.
3. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the
existence of probable error or injustice. We took note of the
documentation the applicant provided in support of his request. While his
letters of recommendation indicate he is a respected citizen, we do not
find them sufficiently persuasive to warrant approval of the requested
relief. Our finding in this regard is based on the fact that, according to
the applicant, his difficulty adapting to the pressures of military life
had its basis in his unsuccessful completion of a required training
program. In this regard, we are constrained to note that in considerations
such as the career field in which a member serves, the needs of the Air
Force are paramount. While it appears he is comfortable in the less-
stressful civilian environment, we have seen no evidence that the applicant
would now be amenable to the demands of military life. Therefore, in the
absence of persuasive evidence to the contrary, we find no basis upon which
to favorably consider the requested relief.
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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:
The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate
the existence of probable 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.
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The following members of the Board considered this application in Executive
Session on 31 October 2001, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
Ms. Charlene M. Bradley, Panel Chair
Mr. Albert F. Lowas, Jr., Member
Mr. E. David Hoard, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 1 July 2001 w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPPRS, dated 26 July 2001.
Exhibit D. Letter, AFPC/DPPAE, dated 16 August 2001.
Exhibit E. Letter, SAF/MIBR, dated 24 August 2001.
Exhibit F. Letter, Applicant, dated 26 August 2001 w/atchs.
CHARLENE M. BRADLEY
Panel Chair
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