RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-04623
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His reentry (RE) code of 2C which denotes Involuntarily
separated with an honorable discharge; or entry-level separation
without characterization and his separation code of JGA which
denotes Entry-Level Performance or Conduct be changed to allow
him to reenlist in the Iowa Air National Guard.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
1. He entered Combat Weather training and decided it was not for
him but was never given the opportunity to reclassify or
continue a career in the Armed Forces.
2. He was given an involuntary discharge and issued a RE code
that prevents him from enlisting in any other branch of the
Armed Services.
In support of his request, the applicant provides a copy of his
DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active
Duty.
The applicants complete submission, with attachment, is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
On 26 Jul 11, the applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force.
On 4 Oct 11, the applicant self-eliminated from the Special
Operation Weatherman Selection training course. As a result, he
was removed from the course.
On 2 Nov 11, the commander notified the applicant that he was
being discharged from the Air Force for entry-level performance
or conduct under the provisions of AFI 36-3208, Administrative
Separation of Airmen. The reason for the proposed action was
the applicants reluctance to make the effort necessary to meet
Air Force Standards of conduct and duty performance. He was
advised that he was not eligible for reclassification
consideration under 2AF policy. The applicant acknowledged
receipt of the discharge notification and waived his right to
consult with counsel, and to submit a statement is his own
behalf.
On 3 Nov 11, the Assistant Staff Judge Advocate found the case
legally sufficient to support the separation. On 10 Nov 11, the
discharge authority approved the separation and on 15 Nov 11,
the applicant received an uncharacterized entry-level
separation, with a separation code of JGA and was issued an RE
code of 2C. He served on active duty for a period of 3 months
and 20 days.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPSOS recommends denial. DPSOS states that based on the
documentation on file in the master personnel records, the
discharge to include the service characterization, was
appropriately administered and within the discretion of the
discharge authority. The applicant did not submit any evidence
or identify any errors or injustices that occurred in the
discharge processing. He provided no facts warranting a change
to his reentry code or separation code.
Since the applicant was only on active duty for 112 days when
the discharge action was initiated, he must be separated with an
entry-level separation.
The applicant was counseled and afforded an opportunity to
overcome his deficiencies.
Airmen are given entry-level separation/uncharacterized service
characterization when separation is initiated in the first
180 days of continuous active service. The Department of
Defense (DoD) determined if a member served less than 180 days
continuous active service, it would be unfair to the member and
the service to characterize their limited service. Therefore,
his uncharacterized character of service is correct and in
accordance with DoD and Air Force instructions.
The complete DPSOS evaluation is at Exhibit C.
AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial. DPSOA states RE code 2C is the
correct code for members who receive an entry-level separation
with an uncharacterized character of service.
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 10 Feb 12, for review and comment within 30 days.
As of this date, this office has received no response (Exhibit
E).
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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.
3. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to
demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice. After
careful consideration of the circumstances of this case and the
evidence provided by the applicant, we are not persuaded the
applicant's separation and reentry codes are in error or unjust.
Therefore, we agree with the opinions and recommendations of the
Air Force offices of primary responsibility and adopt their
rationale as the basis for our conclusion the applicant has not
been the victim of an error or injustice. 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 Docket Number
BC-2011-04623 in Executive Session on 22 May 12, under the
provisions of AFI 36-2603:
Panel Chair
Member
Member
The following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket
Number BC-2011-04623 was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 15 Nov 11, w/atch.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. AFPC/DPSOS, Letter, dated 3 Jan 12.
Exhibit D. AFPC/DPSOA, Letter, dated 27 Jan 12.
Exhibit E. SAF/MRBR, Letter, dated 10 Feb 12.
Panel Chair
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