AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-02101
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
IN THE MATTER OF:
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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” be changed to a “1” to allow him to
reenlist in the Armed Forces.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
1. In Jan 11, he was accepted into the Pararescue Development
course. During the first two weeks, he failed the buddy-
breathing test; however, since he passed all of the other
requirements; he was recycled and given another opportunity to
take the test. He continued his training but failed the second
attempt.
2. His name was submitted to his chain-of-command in an effort to
keep him on the team. Unfortunately, he was informed he would
not be given another opportunity to retest.
3. He was informed that he could cross-train back into the
Pararescue program after 18 months versus the standard 2-year
wait limit.
In support of his request, the applicant provides a personal
statement, copies of his DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or
Discharge from Active Duty and military personnel records.
The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
On 19 Oct 10, the applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force.
On 19 Jan 11 and 29 Mar 11, the applicant failed his buddy-
breathing tests during his end of course evaluation. As a
result, he was removed from the Pararescue Development course
with a recommendation to be reclassified into firefighting or
emergency medical services.
On 14 Apr 11, the 342nd Training Squadron commander disapproved
the applicant’s reclassification and recommended he be
discharged. 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 1 Jun 11, the Assistant Staff Judge Advocate found the case
legally sufficient to support the separation. On 3 Jun 11, the
discharge authority approved the separation.
On 10 Jun 11, the applicant received an involuntary discharge,
with a separation code of JHJ which denotes “Unsatisfactory
Performance” and was issued an RE code of 2C. He served on
active duty for a period of 7 months and 22 days.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial. DPSOA states the applicant’s RE
code 2C is required per AFI 36-2606, Reenlistments in the Air
Force USAF based on his involuntary discharge with service
characterized as honorable. The applicant does not provide
proof of an error or injustice in reference to his RE code, but
wants back in the military. Everyone receiving an involuntary
discharge with service characterized as honorable receives an RE
code 2C, unless they have additional misconduct issues to go
along with the academic failures.
The complete DPSOA 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 26 Jul 12 for review and comment within 30 days
(Exhibit D). 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. 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 reentry code is in error or unjust. Therefore, 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 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-2012-02101 in Executive Session on 19 Dec 12, under the
provisions of AFI 36-2603:
Panel Chair
Member
Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 18 May 12, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 2 Jul 12.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 26 Jul 12.
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