RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2010-04566
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His military records be corrected to reflect he was retired from
the Air Force Reserve instead of discharged.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He applied for retirement in Feb 10. The form was given to his
commander to sign and as far as he knows, the form was processed
and he was retired. However, his military personnel flight
(MPF) erroneously discharged him instead. He did not receive
any discharge papers, nor was he notified of any pending action
against him.
In support of his request, the applicant provides a copy of his
separation order.
The applicants complete submission, with attachment, is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicants military personnel records indicate he was
discharged from the Air Force Reserve in the grade of technical
sergeant (E-6) on 9 Mar 10. Information extracted from the
Military Personnel Data System (MilPDS) indicates he was
credited with 27 years, 2 months, and 28 days of total reserve
service.
The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are
described in the letter prepared by the Air Force office of
primary responsibility (OPR) which is attached at Exhibit C.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
ARPC/DPTT recommends denial, indicating there is no evidence of
an error or injustice. Transfer to the retired reserve does not
happen automatically; a member must apply by submitting an
application to the Air Reserve Personnel Center (ARPC)
Retirements branch for approval and processing. ARPC has no
record of receiving such an application from the applicant. The
applicant is a former member of the Air Force Reserve who was
discharged from the Air Force Reserve on 9 Mar 10 at his
expiration term of service (ETS). He attained over 20 years of
satisfactory service, thus attaining the requisite service
requirements for Reserve retired pay under the provisions of
10 USC 12731. He was notified of his eligibility for retired
pay on 14 Mar 03 and, despite his former member status, will be
eligible for retired pay on his 60th birthday on 12 Feb 21. He
is also eligible to a DoD identification card which entitles him
access to commissary and exchange facilities, as well as other
military installation privileges. He is ineligible to reenlist
for the sole purpose of facilitating his transfer to the retired
reserve.
A complete copy of the ARPC/DPTT evaluation 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 4 Feb 11 for review and comment within 30 days. 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 timely filed.
3. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to
demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice. After
careful consideration of applicant's request and the available
evidence of record, we find insufficient evidence of error or
injustice to warrant corrective action. The facts and opinions
stated in the advisory opinion appear to be based on the
evidence of record and have not been rebutted by the applicant.
Absent persuasive evidence the applicant was denied rights to
which he was entitled, appropriate regulations were not
followed, or appropriate standards were not applied, we find no
basis to disturb the existing record.
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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-2010-04566 in Executive Session on 7 Sep 11, under the
provisions of AFI 36-2603:
, Panel Chair
, Member
, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 29 Nov 10, w/atch.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, ARPC/DPTT, dated 19 Jan 11.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 4 Feb 11.
Panel Chair
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