RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 01-01987
INDEX CODE: 110.00
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His uncharacterized entry-level separation be upgraded to an honorable
discharge.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
The reasons the applicant believes the records to be in error or
unjust and the evidence submitted in support of the appeal are at
Exhibit A.
In support of his request, the applicant submits a copy of DD Form 283
(Application for the Review of Discharge or Dismissal from the Armed
Forces of the United States) and letters from his congressman. The
applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 19 September 2000
for a period of 4 years. He received an uncharacterized entry level
separation on 7 November 2000 under the provisions of AFI 36-3208
(failed medical/physical procurement standards). He had completed a
total of 1 month and 19 days and was serving in the grade of airman
basic (E-1) at the time of separation. He received an RE Code of 4C,
which defined means "Separated for concealment of juvenile records,
minority, failure to meet physical standards for enlistment."
The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application, extracted
from the applicant’s military records, are contained in the letters
prepared by the appropriate offices of the Air Force at Exhibits C, D
and E.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
The AFBCMR Medical Consultant recommends the application be denied.
The AFBCMR Medical Consultant stated that it is clear from the records
that the applicant entered the Air Force with reactive airway disease
that should have kept him from enlisting had it been known. This
preexisting medical condition, while temporarily aggravated by the
lung infection in early October 2000, should have disqualified him
from entering the service in the first place. The applicant’s appeal
cannot be favorably recommended in view of his service of less than 6
months. The AFBCMR Medical Consultant evaluation is at Exhibit C.
HQ AFPC/DPPRS recommends the application be denied. HQ AFPC/DPPRS
stated that airmen are given uncharacterized entry level separations
when separation is initiated in the first 180 days of continuous
active service. The applicant’s uncharacterized character of service
is correct and in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) and Air
Force instructions. The HQ AFPC/DPPRS evaluation is at Exhibit D.
HQ AFPC/DPPAE stated that the applicant’s RE code of 4C is correct.
The HQ AFPC/DPPAE evaluation is at Exhibit E.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to applicant on 15
February 2002 for review and response. As of this date, no response
has been received by this office (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 notice of the
applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case.
However, we agree with the opinions and recommendations of the
respective Air Force offices and adopt the rationale expressed as the
basis for our decision that the applicant has failed to sustain his
burden that he has suffered either an error or an injustice. In view
of the above and absent evidence to the contrary, we find no
compelling basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this
application.
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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 Docket Number 01-01987
in Executive Session on 3 April 2002, under the provisions of AFI 36-
2603:
Mr. Charles E. Bennett, Panel Chair
Mr. Joseph A. Roj, Member
Mr. Thomas J. Topolski Jr., Member
All members voted to correct the records, as recommended. The
following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 30 Jul 00, w/atchs, and a
letter from C/M Murtha, dated 10 Aug 01, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFBCMR Medical Consultant, dated
22 Oct 01.
Exhibit D. Letter, HQ AFPC/DPPRS, dated 7 Dec 01.
Exhibit E. Letter, HQ AFPC/DPPAE, dated 28 Jan 02.
Exhibit F. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 15 Feb 02.
CHARLES E. BENNETT
Panel Chair
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