RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-00923
INDEX CODE: 100.06, 110.00
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 26 SEPTEMBER 2008
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) code be changed so that he can join the
Air National Guard.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He had an impeccable record while in the military. He was forced out of
the military for exceeding weight standards.
In support of his request, the applicant submits a copy of his DD Form
214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty.
The applicant's complete submission, with attachment, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
Applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 15 Apr 85; he served on
continuous active duty and entered his last reenlistment on 10 Apr 92, for
a period of six years. His highest grade held was staff sergeant.
Applicant’s Airman/Enlisted Performance Report (EPR) profile follows:
PERIOD ENDING OVERALL PROMOTION EVALUATION
14 Apr 86 9
14 Apr 87 9
14 Apr 88 9
14 Apr 89 9
*31 Mar 90 5
1 Sep 90 5
8 Nov 91 4
8 Nov 92 4
* Start of ratings under new Enlisted Performance Report (EPR) system where
“5” is the highest rating.
On 30 Jul 91, the member was entered into the Weight Management Program
(WMP). At that time the member weighed 204 pounds and his body fat
measurement (BFM) was 25 percent, exceeding his BFM standard of 20 percent.
On 4 Feb 93, the applicant’s commander recommended he be discharged for
exceeding body fat standards. The reasons for the discharge action were:
a. On 28 Jan 93, the applicant failed to maintain his body fat at or
below the required 20 percent while on the Weight Management Program (WMP)
for which he received a Letter of Reprimand (LOR)/Unfavorable Information
File dated 29 Jan 93.
b. On 23 Nov 92, the applicant failed to maintain his body fat at or
below the maximum 20 percent while in the observation period (Phase II) of
the WMP for which he received a LOR.
c. On 14 Aug 92, the applicant failed to maintain his body fat at or
below the maximum 20 percent while in the probation period of the WMP for
which he received a LOR.
d. On 1 Oct 91, the applicant failed to lose the required two percent
body fat according to AFR 35-11 for which he received a LOR.
After consulting with counsel, applicant waived his right to a hearing
before an administrative discharge board and did not submit statements in
his own behalf. On 18 Feb 93, the wing Staff Judge Advocate found the case
file legally sufficient to support separation.
On 22 Feb 93, the discharge authority approved the recommendation for
discharge. Applicant was honorably discharged on 2 Mar 93 under the
provisions of AFR 39-10, for exceeding body fat standards, and issued an RE
code of 4B (separated honorably for exceeding body fat standards). He
served 7 years, 10 months, and 18 days of active duty military service.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
HQ AFPC/DPPAE recommends the request be denied and states, in part, that
after a review of the documents submitted by the applicant and a review of
his personnel record, there is nothing to support the course of action
requested by the applicant.
The DPPAE complete evaluation is at Exhibit C.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
On 11 May 07, a copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the
applicant for review and comment within 30 days. To date, a response has
not been received.
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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 an error or injustice. Applicant’s contentions are duly
noted; however, we are not persuaded that the applicant has been the victim
of an error or injustice. At the time members are separated from the Air
Force, they are furnished an RE code predicated upon the quality of their
service and circumstances of their separation. The RE code which was
issued at the time of applicant’s separation accurately reflects the
circumstances of his separation and we do not find this code in error or
unjust. In view of the foregoing, we find no basis upon which to recommend
favorable action on his request that it be changed.
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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-2007-00923
in Executive Session on 29 June 2007, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
Ms. B.J. White-Olson, Panel Chair
Ms. Mary C. Puckett, Member
Ms. Patricia R. Collins, Member
The following documentary evidence pertaining to Docket Number BC-2007-
00923 was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 20 Mar 07, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPPAE, dated 26 Apr 07.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 11 May 07.
B.J. WHITE-OLSON
Panel Chair
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