RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-01606
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
1. His reentry (RE) code of 2C, which denotes Approved
honorable involuntary separation or entry level separation, be
changed to allow him to reenlist in the Armed Forces.
2. His narrative reason for separation of adjustment disorder
be changed.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
His discharge was inequitable and the reason for his separation
(mental disorder) should be considered an act of hazing.
In support of his request, the applicant provides a personal
statement and a copy of DD Form 293, Application for the Review
of Discharge from the Armed Forces of the United States.
The applicant's complete submission, with attachments, is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
On 3 Feb 11, the applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force.
On 16 Feb 11, the applicant was diagnosed with an adjustment
disorder with anxiety by the Behavioral Analysis Service (BAS).
Because of his diagnosis, he no longer met retention standards
and his ability to function effectively in a military
environment was significantly impaired.
On 23 Feb 11, the applicant was notified of his commanders
intent to recommend that he be discharged from the Air Force
under the provisions of AFPD 36-32, Air Force Military Training
and AFI 36-3208, Administrative Separation of Airmen, paragraph
5.11., Conditions that Interfere with Military Service,
specifically for Adjustment Disorders. The applicant
acknowledged receipt of the notification of discharge, waived
his right to seek counsel and to submit a statement on his own
behalf.
On 24 Feb 11, the discharge authority approved the applicants
entry level separation. On 25 Feb 11, the applicant was
discharged from the Air Force and received an entry level
separation, with an uncharacterized character of service in the
grade of airman. He served 23 days of total active service.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
HQ AFPC/DPSOS recommends denial of the applicants request to
change his RE code and narrative reason for separation. DPSOS
states airman are given entry-level separation and
uncharacterized service characterization when separations are
initiated in the first 180 days of continuous active service.
The Department of Defense (DoD) determined if a member served
less than 180 days of continuous active service, it would be
unfair to the member and the service to characterize their
limited service. Therefore, his uncharacterized service is
correct and IAW with DoD and Air Force instructions.
The applicants discharge to include the characterization was
consistent with the procedural and substantive requirements of
the discharge instruction and was within the discretion of the
discharge authority.
The complete DPSOS evaluation is at Exhibit C.
HQ AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial of the applicants request to
change his RE code. DPSOA states the applicants RE code is
correct per AFI 36-2606, Reenlistments in the United States Air
Force, chapter 3, based on his entry level separation with an
uncharacterized character of service.
DPSOA states at the time of his separation, the applicant stated
he could not handle the stress of basic training.
The complete DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit D.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the
applicant on 16 Sep 11, for review and comment within 30 days
(Exhibit E). 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 timely filed.
3. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to
demonstrate the existence of error or injustice regarding the
applicants request for a change in his reentry (RE) code. The
RE code 2C issued at the time of his separation accurately
reflects the circumstances of his separation and should remain
unchanged. In addition, we find no evidence which warrants a
change in the narrative reason for the applicants separation.
After reviewing the evidence of record, the applicants
contentions, and the assessments provided by the Air Force
offices of responsibility, we believe the applicants narrative
reason for separation of adjustment disorder was proper and in
compliance with the appropriate directives. Therefore, in the
absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis upon which
to recommend granting the relief sought.
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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 Docket
Number BC-2011-01606 in Executive Session on 25 Oct 11, under
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
Panel Chair
Member
Member
The following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket
Number BC-2011-01606 was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 19 Apr 11, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. HQ AFPC/DPSOS, Letter, dated 22 Jul.
Exhibit D. HQ AFPC/DPSOA, Letter, dated 25 Aug 11.
Exhibit E. SAF/MRBR, Letter, dated 16 Sep 11.
Panel Chair
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