RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-01186
INDEX CODE: 102.07
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His date of rank (DOR) be adjusted to reflect constructive service credit
(CSC) for 39 months versus 24 months.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He and another recruit from the same program were told that they would be
given 39 months CSC toward their DOR.
In support of his request applicant provided a copy of memorandums from the
Prior Officer Accessions Recruiter, AF Health Professions and the Medical
Accessions Program Manager, a copy of Reserve Order JA-02181, and a copy of
AFITI 36-101, page 16.
His complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
Data extracted from the Personnel Data System reflects that on 2 July
2002, applicant was appointed a first lieutenant with a DOR of 24 June
2002. In a Constructive Service Credit Computation, the applicant was
granted 2 years of credit for his Master of Science degree. He is
currently assigned in Atlanta, Georgia as a Health Facilities Officer.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
HQ AFPC/DPAMF2 recommends denial. AFI 36-2005, Appointment in Commissioned
Grades and Designation and Assignment in Professional Categories-Reserve of
the AF and USAF, Table 2.5, rule #8, outlines the procedures to award MS
degree, “completed a master of science degree in engineering or industrial
hygiene, then the amount of award is 12 to 24 months (see note 4). Note 4
reads: “Depending on the official length of the program, award applicant 12-
24 months credit for a master’s degree. Further, AFI 36-2005, paragraph
8.2, states the minimum education requirement; “is a baccalaureate degree
in engineering, architecture or architectural engineering…”
Applicant was misinformed by his recruiter regarding his rank upon entry
into the Air Force. However, he was awarded appropriate credit in
accordance with AFI 36-2005. AETC Form 1431’s are not used for FAP
students therefore applicant would not have had one on file.
The DPAMF2 evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit C.
AFPC/DPPAO recommends denial. The Medical Service Officer Management
Division recommends denial of his case. However, if the Board approves his
request, his date of rank would change from 2 July 2002 to 2 April 2001.
The DPPAOR evaluation is at Exhibit D.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the applicant on 10
Jun 03, for review and response within 30 days. 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 timely filed.
3. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the
existence of error or injustice. 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 and adopt their
rationale as the basis for the conclusion that the applicant has not been
the victim of an error or injustice. The Air Force states that the
applicant was misinformed by his recruiter regarding his rank upon entry
into the Air Force; however, he was awarded appropriate credit in
accordance with AFI 36-2005. While it may be that the applicant was
miscounseled concerning his entry grade, his grade was correct at the time
of his entrance on active duty. He knew that he was entering as a first
lieutenant, and he entered active duty under those conditions. Therefore,
in the absence of 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 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 BC-2003-01186
in Executive Session on 19 August 2003, under the provisions of AFI 36-
2603:
Mr. Richard A. Peterson, Panel Chair
Mr. Roscoe Hinton, Member
Ms. Cheryl Jacobson, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 26 Mar 03, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPAMF2, dated 14 May 03, w/atch.
Exhibit D. Letter, AFPC/DPPAOR, dated 6 May 03.
Exhibit E. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 10 Jun 03.
RICHARD A. PETERSON
Panel Chair
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