RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
         AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  01-00914
		INDEX CODE 128.05
		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His reenlistment date be changed from 3 December 1990 to 2 January 1991, to allow eligibility to collect a retroactive Zone B, Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB).

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He was asked to reenlist early for the convenience of the Air Force.  He was not informed that a new SRB listing would be released in January 1991 and that his Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) of 2M0X3 (old AFSC 41152A) might be on the new listing.  He believes this is not an error made willingly on the part of the Air Force.  At the time he was asked to reenlist early, he was told there was nothing that they could do about the money and at the time unfortunately he accepted this.  He has served faithfully for 13 years and he would like the Air Force to look at this and correct it making his bonus retroactive.

In support of his request, the applicant submits a personal statement, with additional documents associated with the issues cited in his contentions.  These documents are appended at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

Applicant contracted his initial enlistment in the Regular Air Force on 4 Aug 87.  He reenlisted in the Regular Air Force on    3 December 1990 in the grade of senior airman for a period of six  years.  He was progressively promoted to the grade of staff sergeant (E-5).  The applicant’s most recent enlistment was on   7 January 1998 in the grade of E-5 for a period of six years. 

Information extracted from the Personnel Data System (PDS) reveals that the applicant held the Duty Air Force Specialty Code (DAFSC) of 41152A (new AFSC 2M0X3) since 4 August 1987.

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

The Chief, Skills Management Branch, AFPC/DPPAE, reviewed the applicant’s request and recommended denial.  The applicant’s AFSC 411X2 (Missile and Space System Maintenance) was authorized a Zone A SRB Mult 0.5 effective 2 January 1991, one month after applicant reenlisted.  When the applicant reenlisted on 7 January 1998, he was not entitled to a Zone B SRB because he had more than 10 years service based on his Total Active Federal Military Service Date (TAFMSD) of 4 August 1987.  To be eligible for a Zone B you must reenlist between 6-10 years service.  There was no Zone C SRB entitlement for his AFSC.  The applicant’s contention that he reenlisted early for the convenience of the Air Force has not been substantiated.  At the time of his reenlistment on 3 December 1990, neither the applicant nor the military personnel flight (MPF) had any reason to believe his AFSC would get an SRB.  Further, when HQ USAF announces SRB changes, no grandfather clause is included.  Also, it would not be justified to allow him entitlement not provided to others in a similar situation.

A complete copy of the evaluation is attached at Exhibit C.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

The applicant reviewed the opinion and provided a response, which is at Exhibit E.

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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 not timely filed; however, it is in the interest of justice to excuse the failure to timely file.

3.	Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of probable 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 and adopt their rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice.  Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no compelling 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 probable 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 this application in Executive Session on 15 August 2001, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

			Panel Chair
			Member
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The following documentary evidence was considered:

	Exhibit A.	DD Form 149, dated 24 Nov 00, w/atchs.
	Exhibit B.	Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
	Exhibit C.	Letter, AFPC/DPPAE, dated 12 Jun 01.
	Exhibit D.	Letter, SAF/MIBR, dated 15 Jun 01.
	Exhibit E.	Applicant's response, dated 22 Jun 01.

	
	Panel Chair