RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS


IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2012-00822

		COUNSEL:  NONE

			HEARING DESIRED:  NO


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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

The Fitness Assessment (FA), dated 19 Dec 12 be declared void and removed from the Air Force Fitness Management System (AFFMS).

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He had a medical condition during the contested FA, which precluded him from obtaining a satisfactory overall rating.

The medical condition has been validated through a medical evaluation.  

In support of the appeal, the applicant submits a Medical Condition Determination, dated 8 Feb 13, that was completed at his First Sergeant’s request; and a 21 Dec 12 AF Form 469, Duty Limiting Condition Report, with a Profile Officer signature date of 12 Feb 13.
 
The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant is currently serving in the Regular Air Force in the grade of Senior Airmen (E-4).

On 19 Dec 12, the applicant participated in the contested FA and attained an unsatisfactory score.  Information extracted from the AFFMS indicates the applicant failed to complete the cardio component of the contested FA.

On 12 Feb 13, the Profile Officer endorsed the 21 Dec 12, AF Form 469 stating that “No Running” and “No prolonged walking / walk at own pace / distance no longer than ¼ mile.” On 7 January 13, an AF Form 422 was completed on the applicant, exempting him from the cardio portion of the FA from 21 Dec 12 to 1 Feb 14. 

The applicant’s last five FA results are as follows:

Date 
Composite Score
Rating
30 Jul 13
85.40 
Satisfactory 
1 Feb 13	
75.33
Satisfactory
*19 Dec 12
32.50
Unsatisfactory
7 Jun 12
83.50
Satisfactory
29 Feb 12
38.10
Unsatisfactory

* Contested FA

In accordance with AFI 36-2905, Fitness Program, if an Airman becomes injured or ill during the FA and is unable to complete all required components, he/she will have the option of being evaluated at the Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) but his/her test will still count unless rendered invalid by the Unit Commander within five days of the assessment.  If the medical evaluation validates the illness/injury, the Unit Commander may invalidate the test results.  The Airman will then be required to retest within five duty days or when capable based on the recommendations of the medical provider and the Exercise Physiologist (EP).

In accordance with AFI 36-2905, Fitness Program, to determine overall fitness the Air Force uses an overall composite fitness score and minimum scores per three component areas:  Aerobic Fitness (1.5 mile run), Body Composition (abdominal circumference measurement), and Muscular Fitness (number of push-ups and sit-ups completed within one minute each).  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.  To determine individual composite fitness scores the Air Force uses age and gender specific fitness score charts.  An unsatisfactory is a composite score less than 75 and/or one or more component minimums are not met.

Furthermore, Attachment 2, USAF Fitness Test Scoring, of the AFI reflects males under the age of 30 must meet minimum value in each of the four components, and achieve a composite point total greater than 75 points.  The passing minimum component for the abdominal circumference (AC) measurement for a male between the ages of 30 and 39, is less than or equal to 39 inches.

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPSIM recommends denial of the applicant’s request, as there is insufficient evidence to support his claim. The applicant provided an AF Form 469, Duty Limiting Condition Report, dated 21 December 12, from his Primary Care Provider and an AF Form 422, Notification of Air Force Member's Qualification Status, dated 3 January 13, indicating that he was not cleared for the aerobic components of the FA; however, he has not provided documentation from the Unit Commander indicating his/her decision to invalidate the FA.

A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSIM evaluation, with attachments, 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 29 Oct 13 for review and comment within 30 days.  As of this date, no response has been received by this office (Exhibit C).

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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 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 recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt its rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice.  While the applicant has provided medical documentation indicating a medical condition, he has not met his burden of proving the contested FA should be removed from his records.  In this respect, we note the letter from the applicant’s medical provider indicates he had a medical condition, but no letter from the commander was provided requesting the FA be invalidated. We also considered the AF Form 422, with a start date of 21 December 2013; however, this does not exempt him as it was issued after-the-fact. Moreover, the applicant’s submission does not contain the Fitness Screening Questionnaire he was required to complete prior to completing the assessment.
Should the applicant provide such evidence, we would be willing to reconsider his request.  However, in view of the above and 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-2012-00822 in Executive Session on 21 May 2014, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

	, Chair
	, Member
	, Member

The following documentary evidence was considered:

	Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 14 Feb 13, w/atchs.
	Exhibit B.  Memorandum, AFPC/DPSIM, dated 19 Sept 2013, w/atchs.
	Exhibit C.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 29 Oct 2013.




                                   
                                   Chair