RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-01396
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
1. He be issued the Korean Defense Service Medal (KDSM) for his
service in Korea (will be administratively corrected).
2. He be awarded the Air Medal (AM) for combat missions flown in
the Republic of Vietnam.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
1. He served three tours in Korea during the periods Aug 59 to
Aug 61; Jun 62 to Jul 63; and Jun 66 to Jan 68.
2. He was a flight mechanic onboard EC-135 and C-135 aircraft
and flew on combat support missions into and across South
Vietnam from Feb 73 to Jan 76.
In support of his request, the applicant provides a copy of his
DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active
Duty and flight records.
The applicant's complete submission, with attachments, is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
On 17 May 11, AFPC/DPSIDR notified the applicant they were able
to verify his entitlement to the KDSM for his service with the
2nd Aviation Battalion, Korea, from Jun 66 to Jan 68.
The AM is awarded to United States military and civilian
personnel for single acts of heroism or meritorious achievement
while participating in aerial flight. Required achievement is
less than that required for Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC),
but must be accomplished with distinction above and beyond that
expected of professional airmen. It is not awarded for peace
time sustained operational activities and flights.
The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are
contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of
the Air Force, which is attached at Exhibit C.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPSIDR recommends denial. DPSIDR states the applicant has
not exhausted all administrative avenues. On 17 May 11, he was
provided the 1996 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)
requirements.
The Vietnam War ended on 31 Mar 73. Missions flown between
74 and 76, during in peace time do not support award of the AM
for sustained operational activities or flights.
DPSIDR states the applicant did not provide, nor were they able
to locate a special order, recommended citation, or other
official documentation regarding award of the AM. Additionally,
the applicant failed to provide any official evidence to support
award of the AM for heroism or meritorious achievements while
participating in aerial flight.
The complete DPSIDR evaluation is at Exhibit C.
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APPLICANTS REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the
applicant on 17 Apr 12 for review and comment within 30 days
(Exhibit D). As of this date, this office has not received a
response.
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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 applicants complete submission in judging the merits of
the case; however, we agree with the Air Force offices of
primary responsibility and adopt their rationale as the basis
for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of
an error or injustice. Regarding his request for entitlement to
award of the KDSM, we note the applicants DD Form 214 will be
administratively corrected to reflect this award. Therefore,
aside from this administrative correction, we find no basis to
recommend granting further relief in this case.
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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-2011-01396 in Executive Session on 14 Aug 12, under the
provisions of AFI 36-2603:
Panel Chair
Member
Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 10 Apr 11, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPSIDR, dated 9 Apr 12.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 17 Apr 12.
Panel Chair
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