RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2006-00321
INDEX CODE: 110.02
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His record be corrected to show his Separation Program Designator
(SPD) code as one that reflects a separation under the Palace Chase
program instead of “MND”, “Miscellaneous/General Reasons.”
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He received an enlistment bonus upon joining the Regular Air Force.
Prior to separating from the Air Force, he had his SPD code changed
from one meaning “General” to one showing “Palace Chase.” When he
finally separated, his SPD code still reflected “General” and the
enlistment bonus, prorated, was recouped. He contends had his SPD
code changed to one that reflected “Palace Chase”; he would not have
had to repay the enlistment bonus.
In support of his appeal, the applicant has provided copies of his AF
Form 100, Request and Authorization for Separation, an AF Form 973,
Request and Authorization for Change of Administrative Orders, and a
copy of his DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from
Active Duty.
Applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
Applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 30 December 2002 and
was progressively promoted to the grade of Senior Airman. On 15 June
2004, he voluntarily submitted a Palace Chase request for reassignment
from the Regular Air Force to the Alabama Air National Guard (ALANG).
His Palace Chase application was disapproved, as the applicant had not
obtained a security clearance. He then voluntarily submitted a
request for separation under the Limited Active Duty Service
Commitment (LADSC) Waiver Program in accordance with Air Force
Instruction 36-3208, Administrative Separation of Airmen, for
miscellaneous reasons. His LADSC waiver was approved and he was
separated effective 15 August 2005. He served 2 years, 7 months, and
16 days on active duty. On 3 December 2005, he enlisted with the ALANG
for a period of six years.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
HQ AFPC/DPPRS recommends denial. DPPRS contends the Separation
Program Designator (SPD) code for individuals being released from
active duty under the LADSC for miscellaneous reasons was “MND” and
the narrative reason for separation was “Miscellaneous/general
reasons.” DPRRS notes he was separated in accordance with Air Force
Instruction (AFI) 36-3208 for miscellaneous reasons. Additionally,
the applicant signed a Statement of Understanding for Member Applying
for Retirement/Separation Under the Force Shaping Program, indicating
“I understand that if I retire or separate prior to completing the
period of active duty I agreed to serve for receiving education
assistance, special pay or bonus money, I will reimburse the Air Force
a percentage of the cost involved unless otherwise specified.” Based
on the documentation provided and his military record, the separation
was consistent with the procedural and substantive requirements of the
discharge regulation. The discharge was within the discretion of the
separation authority.
DPPRS’s complete evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit C.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on
10 February 2006 for review and comment within 30 days. As of this
date, this office has received no 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 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
office of primary responsibility and adopt its rationale as the basis
for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an
error or injustice. His Palace Chase application was denied and he
subsequently applied for separation under the LADSC Waiver Program.
The evidence of record shows he signed documentation indicating his
understanding he would have to repay a percentage of any education
assistance, special pay, or bonus money he received in lieu of
completing his tour. 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 AFBCMR Docket Number BC-
2006-00321 in Executive Session on 28 March 2006, under the provisions
of AFI 36-2603:
Mr. Jay H. Jordan, Panel Chair
Ms. Renee M. Collier, Member
Ms. Josephine L. Davis, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated26 Jan 06, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPPRS, dated 7 Feb 06, w/atchs.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 10 Feb 06.
JAY H. JORDAN
Panel Chair
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