RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-01145
INDEX CODE: 110.02
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 12 OCTOBER 2008
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His Separation Program Designator (SPD) Code of “JFY” [Adjustment Disorder]
be changed to an SPD code that will entitle him to Transition Assistance
Program (TAP) benefits.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
His SPD code is incorrect. The error was discovered at the time of his
separation; however, due to a rush to separate him no later than his
separation date the error was not corrected.
If his SPD code were changed he would be eligible for TAP benefits.
Specifically, he wants the two years Commissary/BX/MWR benefits as
indicated in AFI 36-3022, Transition Assistance Program, dated 1 Sep 99.
In support of his request, applicant provides copies of his DD Form
214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty and AF IMT 100,
Request and Authorization for Separation.
The 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 20 Sep 05, in the grade of
airman basic, for a period of four years.
Applicant’s commander notified him on 7 Feb 07 that she was recommending
discharge from the Air Force for Mental Disorders, specifically, an
Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Disturbances of Emotions and Conduct. The
commander recommended an honorable discharge based on a Mental Health
Evaluation reflecting the following diagnoses: Axis I: Adjustment
Disorder with Mixed Disturbance of Emotions and Conduct, Axis II:
Diagnosis Deferred, Axis III: Noncontributory, Axis IV: Problems related
to occupations, primary support and social environment, and Axis V:
Current: 55. It was also determined applicant was deemed not suitable for
continued military service based on the above diagnoses.
Applicant acknowledged receipt of the notification of discharge and
consulted with counsel and submitted statements in his own behalf. On 20
Feb 07, the base legal office reviewed the case and found it legally
sufficient to support separation and recommended applicant be discharged
with an honorable discharge without probation and rehabilitation. The
discharge authority approved the separation and directed that applicant be
discharged with an honorable discharge without probation and
rehabilitation.
On 28 Feb 07, applicant was honorably discharged under the provisions of
AFI 36-3208, with separation code JFY (Adjustment Disorder), and was issued
an RE Code of 2B. He served on active duty for a period of 1 year, 5
months and 11 days.
EXAMINER’S NOTE: Corrective action has been taken to change applicant’s
reenlistment eligibility code on his DD Form 214, from “2B” (Separated with
a general or under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC) discharge) to
“2C” (Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge; or entry level
separation without characterization of service).
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
HQ AFPC/DPPRS recommends the application be denied, and states, in part,
based on the documentation on file in the master personnel records, the
discharge was consistent with the procedural and substantive requirements
of the discharge regulation. The discharge was within the discretion of
the discharge authority.
Applicant did not submit any evidence or identify any errors or injustices
that occurred in the discharge processing. Applicant’s Separation Program
Designator (SPD) is correct and he provided no facts warranting a change to
his SPD code.
The DPPRS evaluation is at Exhibit C.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
On 24 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 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. 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-2007-
01145 in Executive Session on 19 July 2007, under the provisions of AFI 36-
2603:
Mr. Michael K. Gallogly, Panel Chair
Ms. Teri G. Spoutz, Member
Ms. Patricia R. Collins, Member
The following documentary evidence pertaining to Docket Number BC-2007-
01145 was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 9 Apr 07, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPPRS, dated 20 Apr 07.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 24 May 07.
MICHAEL K. GALLOGLY
Panel Chair
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