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APPLlCAN T'S  ISSUt AND THE BOARD'S DECISIONAL RA1 IONAL A R t  DISCUSSED ON THE ATTACHED AIR FORCE DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD DECISIONAL RATIONALE 

FD-2006-00334 

Case heard in Washington, D.C. 

Advise applicant of the decision of the Board, the right to a personal appearancc withlwithout  counsel, and the right to submit an 
application to the AFBCMR 

Names and votes will be made available to the applicant at the applicant's request. 

TO: 

SAFIMRBR 
550 C STREET WEST, SIJI'I'E  40 
RAN1)OLPkI AFU, TX 78150-4742 

INDORSEMENT 

FROM: 

 ATE:  3/28/2007 

SECRETARY OF THE AIR  FORCE PRHSONNI.:I. COIINCII. 
AIRFORCE DISCHARGE  RlSVllSW HOAkl) 
1535 COMMAND DR, EE WING, 3KU FLOOR 
ANI)HEWS AFR, MD 20762-7002 

AFHQ FORM 0-2077, JAN 00 

(EF-V2) 

Previous edition will be used 

AIR FORCE DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD DECISIONAL RATIONALE 

CASE NIJMBER 

FD-2006-00334 

GENERAL:  The applicant appeals to change the reason for the discharge. 

The applicant was offered a personal appearance before the Discharge Review Board (DRB) but declined to 
exercise this right. 

The attached brief contains available pertinent data on the applicant and the factors leading to the discharge. 

FINDINGS:  The request to change the reason for discharge is denied. 

The  Board  finds that  neither  the  evidence  of  record  nor  that  provided  by  the  applicant  substantiates  an 
inequity or impropriety that would justify  a change of discharge. 

ISSUES: 

Applicant contends she was not discharged because of unsatisfactory performance but because the AF did 
not need airmen with her abilities.  Applicant requests that the reason (unsatisfactory performance) for her 
discharge be changed to "Failure to progress in OJT" or "For the Convenience of the Government." 
Applicant concludes that she should not be labeled with "Unsatisfactory Performance."  The records 
indicated the applicant was eliminated from her first training course and reclassified into a second AFSC.  In 
her second course, the applicant failed one written block during the course and requested to be eliminated 
from the course and the Air Force (AF).  During counseling she stated to her instructor that she was 
unmotivated but would not elaborate on why or consider the possibility of being reclassified.  In her 
interview with the commander, she expressed no desire to remain in the AF. The Board opined that the 
applicant was given the opportunity to remain in the AF but chose not to complete her training and be 
separated.  Although the applicant contended that her "wish  list" was not taken into consideration, the Board 
empathized but understands that a "wish  list" is just  that and the needs of the AF take priority in order to 
accomplish its overall mission.  The record shows that the applicant did not have any disciplinary problems. 
The DRB opined that the reason for discharge was Unsatisfactory Performance which is in accordance with 
AFI 36-3208, paragraph 5.26.3, Failure to progress in on-the-job training (OJT).  An involuntary discharge 
for the Convenience of the Government would only be appropriate when discharge would serve the best 
interests of the Air Force and the discharge for cause is not warranted.  The Board concluded the reason for 
the discharge received by the applicant was found to be appropriate. 

CONCLUSIONS:  The  Discharge  Review  Board  concludes  that  the  discharge  was  consistent  with  the 
procedural  and  substantive  requirenlents  of  the  discharge  regulation  and  was  within  the  discretion  of the 
discharge authority and that the applicant was provided full administrative due process. 

In view of the foregoing ljndings the Board further concludes that there exists no legal or equitable basis for 
upgrade of discharge, thus the applicant's discharge should not be changed. 

Attachment: 
Examiner's Brief 

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE 

AIR FORCE DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD 

ANDREWS AFB, MD 

(Former AlC)  (HGH AlC) 

1.  MATTER UNDER REVIEW:  Appl recrd a HON Disch fr USAF Keesler AFB, MS on 2 Feb 
05 UP AFI 36-3208, para 5.26-.  3  (Unsatisfactory Performance -  Failure to Progress 
in On The Job Training).  Appeals for Change in Reason for Disch. 

2.  BACKGROUND: 

a. DOB: 18 Dec 84.  Enlmt Age: 18 3/12.  DischAge: 20 1/12. Educ: HS DIPL. 

AFQT: N/A.  A-79,  E-71,  G-72,  M-69. PAFSC: 2E211 -  Communication, Network, 
Switching &  Crypto Systems Helper.  DAS: L9 Jul 04. 

b.  Prior Sv: (1) AFRes 22 Mar 03 -  14 Jul 03  (3 months 23 days) (Inactive). 

3.  SERVICE UNDER REVIEW: 

a.  Enlisted as AB  15 Jul 03 for 6 years. Svd: OL Yrs 06 Mo 18 Das, all 

AMS . 

b.  Grade Status:  ALC  -  29 Aug 03 

c.  Time Lost:  None. 

d.  Art 15's:  None. 

e.  Additional: AETC 125A, 16 DEC 04 -  Second technical training course 

AF  IMT 899, 6 JUL 04 -  Eliminated from first course of 

elimination. 

training. 

f.  CM:  None. 

g.  Record of SV: None. 

h.  Awards &  Decs:  NDSM, AFTR 

i.  Stmt of Sv:  TMS: (01) Yrs  (10) Mos  (11) Das 
TAMS: (01) Yrs  (06) Mos  (18) Das 

4.  BASIS ADVANCED FOR REVIEW:  Appln  (DD Fm 293) dtd 20 Aug 06. 

(Change Reason for Discharge.) 

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8.  ISSUES 

The Board will consider any issue submitted by you prior to closing the case for deliberation.  The Board will also review the case to 

determine whether there are any issues that provide a basis for upgrading your discharge.  However, the Board is not required to respond in 
writing to issues of concern to you unless those issues are listed or incorporated by specific reference below.  Carefully read the instructions 
that pertain to Block 8 prior to completing this part of the application.  If you need more space,  submit additional issues on an attachment. 

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I  make the foregoing statements as part of my application with full knowledge of the penalties involved for willfully making a false 

statement. (U.S. Code,  Title  18, Section 1001, provides that an individual shall be fined under this title or imprisonednot more than Syears, 
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DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE 
AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND 

FROM:  338 TRSITRM 

SUBJECT:  Notification Memorandum 

1.  I am recommending your discharge from the United States Air Force for unsatisfactory duty 
performance.  The authorities for this action are AFPD 36-32 and AFI 36-3208, chapter 5, section 
E, paragraph 5.26.3.  If my recommendation is approved, your discharge will be described as 
honorable. 

2.  My reasons for this action are on or about 16 Dec 04, you were eliminated from the 
Communications, Network, Switching & Crypto Systems Apprentice course due to academic, as 
noted on AETC Form 125A, dated 16 Dec 04.  Additionally, you were previously eliminated 
from the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Apprentice course, as noted on AF IMT 899, dated 
19 Ju104.  (Atch 1, Appendix A wlatch) 

3.  Copies of the documents to be forwarded to the separation authority in support of this 
recommendation are attached.  The commander, exercising SPCM jurisdiction or higher, will 
decide whether you will be discharged or retained in the Air Force, and, if you are discharged, 
how your service will be characterized.  If you are discharged, you will be ineligible for 
reenlistment in the Air Force. 

4.  You have the right to consult legal counsel.  Military legal co 
you.  I have made an appointment for you to consult-, 
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5.  You have the right to submit statements on 
separation authority to consider must reach 
request and receive an extension for good 

statements you want the 
1630 hours unless you 
to the separation authority. 

6.  If you fail to consult counsel or to submit statements in your own behalc your failure will 
constitute a waiver of your right to do so. 

7.  You have been scheduled for a medical examination.  You must report to the Student Triangle 

Clinic on  ?,(  Lm  ,2005 at 

[37#  hours for the examination. 

8.  Any personal information you M s h  in rebuttal is covered by the Privacy Act of 1974. A copy 
of AFI 36-3208 is available for your use in Bldg 

, CQ. 

9.  Execute the attached acknowledgment and return it to me immediately. 

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Commander, Military Training Flight 

Attachments: 
1.  Supporting Documents 

a.  AETC Form 125A, dated 16 Dec 04 
b.  AF IMT 899, dated 19 Jul04 

2.  Airman's Receipt of Notification Memorandum 
3.  Airman's  Statements 

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