RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2005-03566
INDEX CODE: 107.00
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 25 MAY 2007
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
He be awarded the Air Medal with “V” device and the Combat Aircrew
Insignia.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He flew approximately 900 combat hours while in Vietnam.
In support of his request, applicant submits a copy of his DD Form 214.
His submission, with attachment, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 7 April 1966. He
performed duty as an aircraft Maintenance Specialist. On 6 February 1970,
he was honorably released from active duty, having served 3 years and
10 months of continental service and 1 year of foreign service. He was
transferred to the Air Force Reserve for completion of his military service
obligation (6 April 1972). His discharge document shows he was awarded the
National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam
Service Medal, Air Medal, the Air Force Good Conduct Medal and the Air
Force Commendation Medal.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
USAF/XOOT recommends the application be denied. XOOT advises that although
the applicant performed duties in an aircraft during his tour in Vietnam he
was assigned as Second Priority Personnel (Noncrew Members). This position
is the equivalent to an operations support member, although required for
the mission, is not permanently assigned to a flying position requiring
aircrew expertise. The USAF/XOOT evaluation is at Exhibit B.
AFPC/DPPPR recommends the application be denied. DPPPR advises that the
applicant was awarded the AM for meritorious achievement while
participating in aerial flight from 11 April 1968 to 9 November 1968.
DPPPR states the Secretary of the Air Force approved the award of the “V”
device for valor to Air Medals awarded for heroism effective 21 October
2004. AFPC/DPPPR evaluation is at Exhibit C.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
On 3 February 2006, copies of the Air Force evaluations were sent to the
applicant for review and comment. As of this date, this office has not
received a response.
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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. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the
existence of error or injustice. After a thorough review of the available
records, we found no evidence the applicant is eligible for the award of
the Combat Aircrew Insignia or for the “V” device with his awarded Air
Medal (AM). According to the evidence of record, although the applicant
performed duties in an aircraft during his tour in Vietnam, he was assigned
as a non-crew member, thereby rendering the applicant not eligible for the
award. In addition, the applicant’s AM was awarded for meritorious
achievement and the “V” device for the AM is only authorized for valor;
therefore, he is not eligible for award of the “V” device with his AM.
Therefore, we agree with the assessment by the Air Force office of primary
responsibility and adopt their conclusions as our findings in this case.
Accordingly, the applicant’s request is not favorably considered.
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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 this application in Executive
Session on 30 March 2006, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
Mr. Richard A. Peterson, Panel Chair
Ms. Patricia R. Collins, Member
Mr. Grover L. Dunn, Member
The following documentary evidence for AFBCMR Docket Number 05-03566 was
considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 17 Nov 05, w/atch.
Exhibit B. Letters, USAF/XOOT, dated 12 Dec 05.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPPPR, undated.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 3 Feb 06.
RICHARD A. PETERSON
Panel Chair
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