RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-01300
INDEX CODE: 107.00
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His records be corrected to reflect the award of the Air Medal (AM).
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He flew over 40 combat missions and was not awarded the AM. He was
temporarily assigned duties in DaNang Republic of Vietnam from Jun 69 and
Sep 69. He participated in Operation PLACE DRAGON and performed over 40 A-
1 missions while assigned in Southeast Asia (SEA). He would like his DD
Form 214, Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or
Discharge, upgraded to include with his Veteran Affairs (VA) claim.
In support of the application, the applicant submits his personal statement
and a certificate.
The applicant's complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
On 24 Aug 70, the applicant was enlisted in the Regular Air Force for a
period of four years. His records reflect he was TDY to Vietnam from 9 May
69 to 6 Dec 69. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award.
In 1966, Pacific Air Force announced a change to the criteria for the Air
Medal award from 25 combat or operational missions to 20 combat operational
missions over South Vietnam and other SEA areas (exclusive of North
Vietnam).
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
HQ AFPC/DPSIDR recommends denial. DPSIDR verified the applicant’s
entitlement to the Vietnam Service Medal with three Bronze Service Stars
(VSM w/3BSS) and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal (RVCM). However,
they were unable to verify his entitlement to the Air Medal.
The complete DPSIDR evaluation is at Exhibit C.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
The applicant submitted a copy of his individual flight record dated 31 Jan
70 which indicates he flew a total of 15 combat sortie flights between 29
Jul 69 and 01 Sep 69.
The applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit E.
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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. We took notice of the applicant's
complete submission in judging the merits of the case. Based on the
documentation provided by the applicant, he only has 15 of the required 20
combat sortie flights needed to receive the Air Medal; however, should he
provide a complete copy of his AF Form 5, Individual Flight Record, we
would reconsider his request for the AM. In the absence of persuasive
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 BC-2009-01300 in
Executive Session on 1 December 2009, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
Mr. Joseph D. Yount, Panel Chair
Mr. Richard K. Hartley, Member
Ms. Patricia R. Collins, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 2 Mar 09, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, HQ AFPC/DPSIDR, undated.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 12 Jun 09.
Exhibit E. Letter, Applicant, dated 30 Jun 09, w/atch.
JOSEPH D. YOUNT
Panel Chair
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