RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-02995
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His reentry (RE) code of 2C (Involuntarily separated with an
honorable discharge; or entry-level separation without
characterization of service) be changed to RE code of 1 (Applicant is eligible for immediate reenlistment (within 24
hours after separation).
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He was given a RE code of 2C after failing to advance through
Pararescue Indoctrination Course. He had an excellent record
while serving in the Air Force; however, he simply was not able
to make it through this course, which has one of the highest
attrition rates in the military. He would like to pursue a
career in the United States Coast Guard, but is unable to make
any progress with his current RE code.
The applicant does not provide any supporting documentation.
His complete submission is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant enlisted into the Regular Air Force on 19 Oct 10.
He was notified by his commander that he was recommending him for
discharge from the Air Force under the provisions of AFPD 36-32
and AFI 36-3208, paragraph 5.22.2.3. The specific reason for
this action was for self-eliminating from the Pararescue
Indoctrination Course. His commander recommended he be
discharged with an entry-level discharge. The applicant
acknowledged receipt of the discharge notification. After a
legal review, the assistant staff judge advocate found the case
legally sufficient. The applicant received an entry-level
separation after serving 4 months and 14 days on active duty.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial. DPSOA states the applicant does
not provide any evidence that supports a correction to his RE
code. The RE code of 2C is required per the governing
regulation. The applicant requested his RE code be changed to
1; however, he was not eligible for Selective Reenlistment
Program consideration that is required to receive a RE code of
1 when separating. The only other RE code the applicant could
receive is 3K (Reserved for use by HQ AFPC or the AFBCMR when
no other reenlistment eligibility code applies or is
appropriate).
The complete DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit B.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant
on 21 Oct 11 for review and comment within 30 days. As of this
date, this office has received no 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. Sufficient relevant evidence has been presented to
demonstrate the existence of an injustice. After a thorough
review of the evidence of record, we see no evidence to show that
the applicants discharge was erroneous or unjust. Nevertheless,
after reviewing the applicants submission, we are of the opinion
that it would be an injustice for the applicant to continue to
suffer the effects of a 2C RE code. In view of the totality of
the circumstances present in this case, we believe the applicant
should be given the opportunity to apply for enlistment. Whether
or not he is successful will depend on the needs of the service
and our recommendation in no way guarantees he will be allowed to
return to any branch of the service. Therefore, we recommend
that his records be corrected to the extent indicated below.
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THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT:
The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force
relating to APPLICANT be corrected to show that at the time of
his discharge on 2 March 2011 his RE code was 3K.
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The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket
Number BC-2011-02995 in Executive Session on 8 Dec 11, under the
provisions of AFI 36-2603:
, Chair
, Member
, Member
All members voted to correct the records, as recommended. The
following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 4 Aug 11, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 20 Sep 11.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 21 Oct 11.
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