RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-01118
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
The fitness assessment (FA) score he received on 31 Jan 11 be
removed from the Air Force Fitness Management System (AFFMS).
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
The abdominal circumference (AC) target measurement should not be
a factor when personnel cannot perform any other test assessment
to determine physical fitness or combine a second assessment area
to yield a more accurate score. He did not exceed the minimum
requirement for the abdominal portion of the assessment. However,
since he was medically exempt on all other portions of the
assessment, he received a failing score.
In support of his request, the applicant provides a copy of his
AFFMS Individual Test History, AF Form 469, Duty Limiting
Condition Report, AF Form 422, Notification of Air Force Members
Qualification Status and two excerpts from AFI 36-2905, Fitness
Program.
His complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant was exempt from 3 of the 4 components of the
fitness test. He required a combination of component scores
which would be equal to or above an overall 75 composite score to
pass the fitness test. The applicant achieved a score of 63 based
on the prescribed method of computing the overall composite
score.
The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are
contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of the
Air Force. Accordingly there is no need to recite these facts in
this Record of Proceedings.
AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
USAF/A1PP recommends denial. Based on the importance of the AC
component and the requirement to meet the Target Component Value,
A1PP does not recommend removing the applicants 31 Jan 2011 FA
score from AFFMS. The Air Force adopted the AC measurement to
best assess a regional fat pattern (body fat distribution) as it
is scientifically linked to increased health risks such as
diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, some cancers, and a myriad of
other health problems. Because of the associated risks with
having a higher AC, if an Airman is assessed on AC alone, the
Target Component Value must be met in order to achieve a passing
score. Additionally, when personnel have component exemptions
and are assessed on AC alone, it is important to focus on
maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle to meet AC standards.
The complete A1PP 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 11 May 11 for review and comment within 30 days. As of this
date, this office has received no response.
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 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 this application
BC-2011-01118 in Executive Session on 4 Jan 11, under the
provisions of AFI 36-2603:
, Panel Chair
, Member
, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 4 Mar 11, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, USAF/A1PP, dated 28 Apr 11.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 11 May 11.
Panel Chair
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