RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-03509
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His 9 Jan 11 Fitness Assessment (FA) be declared void and
removed from the Air Force Fitness Management System (AFFMS).
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He had a medical situation related to surgery to remove a tumor
from his back, which prevented him from passing the FA. In
Jul 08, a schwannoma, a non-malignant tumor, was found in his
upper central back during an MRI. The growth caused continuous
sharp pain in the right arm, legs and chest. Surgery was
conducted on 8 Jul 08. However, it caused a significant loss of
strength and greatly reduced the ability to work out. The
doctor placed him on profile on 3 Dec 11, which exempted him
from every component of the FA, except the AC. He failed the
FA. He believes the administration of the AC portion of the FA
was unjust because he was not able to maintain his workouts due
to his medical condition. The lack of working out contributed
to his gaining four inches on his waist.
The applicants complete submission, with attachment, is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant served in the Regular Air Force in the grade of
Lieutenant Colonel (O-5) during the matter under review.
On 9 Jan 11, the applicant participated in the contested FA, was
exempt from all portion except the AC, and attained an
unsatisfactory score.
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The applicants last five FA results:
Date
Composite Score
Rating
4 Nov 12
30.90
Unsatisfactory
9 Jan 11
63.00
Unsatisfactory
4 Apr 09
82.50
Good
2 Apr 08
82.50
Good
29 May 07
85.50
Good
The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are
described in the letter prepared by the Air Force office of
primary responsibility, which is included at Exhibit C.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPSIM recommends denial of the applicants request to
remove the FA score in question. IAW AFI 36-2905, Paragraph
4.2.5., All members will complete an abdominal circumference
(AC) assessment unless there is a composite exemption or, under
rare circumstances, a component exception determined by the
Exercise Physiologist upon recommendation by the provider. The
applicant provide a copy of his profile, dated 3 Dec 11, for the
specific time frame of the FA in question; however, the profile
indicates he was medically cleared for abdominal circumference.
The applicants FA was administered in accordance with his
profile.
A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSIM evaluation, with attachment,
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 10 Dec 12 for review and comment within 30 days.
As of this date, no response has been received by this office
(Exhibit D).
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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 applicants complete submission in judging the
merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinion and
recommendation of AFPC/DPSIM and adopt its rationale as the
basis for our conclusion the applicant has not been the victim
of an error of injustice. 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-2012-03509 in Executive Session on 12 Mar 13, under
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
, Panel Chair
, Member
, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 1 Jul 12, w/atch.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPSIM, dated 12 Nov 12, w/atch.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 10 Dec 12.
Panel Chair
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