RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2010-00650
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NOT INDICATED
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His uncharacterized entry level separation be changed to
honorable.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
His parents signed for him to enlist in the Air Force while in
high school because his recruiter had promised that he would be
trained as a jet engine mechanic. He was never treated fairly
by the Air Force from the day he spoke with the recruiter to the
day he was discharged. He was advised that he would get an
honorable discharge; however, that did not happen. Nothing he
was told was true and he never received a formal discharge.
The applicants complete submission, with attachments, is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant entered active duty in the Regular Air Force on
3 Oct 86 for a period of four years.
He was evaluated by mental health and diagnosed with an
adjustment disorder with mixed emotional features and parent-
child problems. They noted that there was no Axis II diagnosis,
but that the applicant showed signs of immature and dependent
traits. He denied suicidal ideation and his suicide risk was
low although it was noted that he may act out to convince
superiors of his need to leave the Air Force. He admitted to
drug use, but it was unsubstantiated and they noted that his
family problems were unlikely to be resolved by returning home.
However, given his immaturity, he was not likely to be an
effective Air Force member.
The squadron commander initiated administrative discharge action
against the applicant, on 12 Jan 87, for unsatisfactory duty
performance. The specific reasons for the proposed action were
the diagnosis cited above and two incidents of failure to report
to duty. After consulting with counsel, the applicant submitted
written statements in his own behalf. The staff judge advocate
found the case file legally sufficient and recommended an entry
level separation. The discharge authority approved the entry
level separation.
On 22 Jan 87, the applicant was discharged under the provisions
of AFR 39-10, by reason of entry level performance and conduct,
and was issued an RE Code of 2C. He was credited with 3 months
and 19 days of active duty service.
Pursuant to the Boards request, the Federal Bureau of
Investigation, Clarksburg, West Virginia, provided an
investigative report which is attached at Exhibit C.
On 13 Oct 10, a copy of the FBI report was forwarded to the
applicant for review and comment within 30 days. At that time,
he was also invited to provide additional evidence pertaining to
his activities since leaving the service. As of this date, no
response has been received by this office (Exhibit D).
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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 evidence of record and in accordance
with the governing directive, the entry level service
characterization he received was due to initiation of his
separation within the first 180 days of continuous active
service. Therefore, after a thorough review of the evidence of
record, we believe that given the circumstances surrounding the
applicants separation, the applicants character of service was
issued in accordance with the governing directives and we find
no evidence to indicate that his separation from the Air Force
was inappropriate. Additionally, we note, an uncharacterized
separation is not an unfavorable reflection of military service
and should not be confused with other types of separations.
Rather, an uncharacterized entry level separation merely
signifies the length of military service and should not be
viewed negatively upon a members character. In view of the
above and in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no
basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this
application.
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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:
The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not
demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; the
application was denied without a personal appearance; and 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-2010-00650 in Executive Session on 18 November 2010,
under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 9 Feb 10, w/atch.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. FBI Report of Investigation.
Exhibit D. Letter, AFBCMR, dated 13 Oct 10.
Panel Chair
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