RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-02770
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His 4 Mar 12 Fitness Assessment (FA) be declared void and
removed from the Air Force Fitness Management System (AFFMS), or
his records be corrected to show he was exempt from the cardio
component of said FA.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He had a medical condition (walking pneumonia) which precluded
him from attaining a passing score on the contested FA. He had
experienced shortness of breath prior to his FA, but attributed
it to fatigue; however, while performing the cardio portion of
the FA, he again experienced shortness of breath and was unable
to successfully complete the run. A few weeks later he reported
to the emergency room with similar symptoms and was diagnosed
with walking pneumonia.
The applicants complete submission, with attachments, is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant is currently serving in the Air National Guard in
the rank of lieutenant colonel (0-5).
On 4 Mar 12, the applicant participated in the contested FA,
attaining a composite score of 62.10, resulting in an
unsatisfactory assessment. The applicant was credited with
29.90 points for cardio, 13.50 points for abdominal
circumference, 10 points for push-ups and 8.70 points for sit-
ups.
In order to receive a satisfactory rating the applicant needed
to earn an overall composite score of 75 or greater along with
the scores for each component area abdominal circumference
measurement, push-ups and sit-ups. Military members receive a
composite score on a 0 to 100 scale based on the following
maximum component scores: 60 points for aerobic, 20 points for
body composition, 10 points for push-ups and 10 points for sit-
ups.
On 23 Apr 12, the applicant was diagnosed with walking pneumonia
and the medical provider recommended the contested FA be voided
and he be allowed to retest 42 days following medical clearance.
The applicant was prohibited participating in physical training
from 5 Apr 12 until 17 May 12.
On 10 Sep 12, AFPC/DPSIM requested the applicant provide
additional documentation to substantiate his claim, specifically
an AF Form 469, Duty Limiting Condition Report (DLC), and AF
Form 108, Physical Fitness Education and Intervention
Processing.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPSIM recommends denial, indicating that Airman who become
ill or injured during the FA and are unable to complete all the
components of the FA will have the option of being evaluated by
the Medical Treatment Facility (MTF); however, the FA will still
count unless the unit commander renders the test invalid. The
applicant has provided documentation indicating he had a medical
condition that may have precluded him from successfully
completing the cardio component of the FA. Although these
documents indicate a medical condition existed and prohibited
him from physical training from 5 Apr through 17 May 12, they do
not substantiate that he was not cleared to participate in the
contested FA. Further, the FA in question was not invalidated
by the unit commander, nor has the applicant provided any
evidence showing the commander concurred with the recommendation
of the medical provider.
A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSIM 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 19 Apr 13, for review and comment within 30 days.
As of this date, no response has been received by this office.
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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. We took
notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the
merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinion and the
recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility
(OPR) and adopt its rationale as the basis for our conclusion
the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice.
We note the Air Force OPR requested additional documentation
from the applicant to help evaluate the merits of his claim;
however, he failed to respond. Therefore, 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 the evidence presented did not
demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; the
application was denied without a personal appearance; and 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-2012-02770 in Executive Session on 13 Jun 13, under
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
, Panel Chair
, Member
, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 26 Jun 12, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPSIM, dated 9 Apr 13, w/atch.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 19 Apr 13.
Panel Chair
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