RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
         AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  01-01987
		INDEX CODE:  110.00

		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His uncharacterized entry-level separation be upgraded to an honorable discharge.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

The reasons the applicant believes the records to be in error or unjust and the evidence submitted in support of the appeal are at Exhibit A.

In support of his request, the applicant submits a copy of DD Form 283 (Application for the Review of Discharge or Dismissal from the Armed Forces of the United States) and letters from his congressman.  The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 19 September 2000 for a period of 4 years.  He received an uncharacterized entry level separation on 7 November 2000 under the provisions of AFI 36-3208 (failed medical/physical procurement standards).  He had completed a total of 1 month and 19 days and was serving in the grade of airman basic (E-1) at the time of separation.  He received an RE Code of 4C, which defined means "Separated for concealment of juvenile records, minority, failure to meet physical standards for enlistment."

The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application, extracted from the applicant’s military records, are contained in the letters prepared by the appropriate offices of the Air Force at Exhibits C, D and E.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

The AFBCMR Medical Consultant recommends the application be denied.  The AFBCMR Medical Consultant stated that it is clear from the records that the applicant entered the Air Force with reactive airway disease that should have kept him from enlisting had it been known.  This preexisting medical condition, while temporarily aggravated by the lung infection in early October 2000, should have disqualified him from entering the service in the first place.  The applicant’s appeal cannot be favorably recommended in view of his service of less than 6 months.  The AFBCMR Medical Consultant evaluation is at Exhibit C.

HQ AFPC/DPPRS recommends the application be denied.  HQ AFPC/DPPRS stated that airmen are given uncharacterized entry level separations when separation is initiated in the first 180 days of continuous active service.  The applicant’s uncharacterized character of service is correct and in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) and Air Force instructions.  The HQ AFPC/DPPRS evaluation is at Exhibit D.

HQ AFPC/DPPAE stated that the applicant’s RE code of 4C is correct.  The HQ AFPC/DPPAE evaluation is at Exhibit E.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to applicant on 15 February 2002 for review and response.  As of this date, no response has been received by this office (Exhibit F).
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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 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 opinions and recommendations of the respective Air Force offices and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has failed to sustain his burden that he has suffered either an error or an injustice.  In view of the above and absent 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 Docket Number 01‑01987 in Executive Session on 3 April 2002, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

	             Panel Chair
	            Member
              Member

All members voted to correct the records, as recommended.  The following documentary evidence was considered:

   Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 30 Jul 00, w/atchs, and a
	             letter from , dated 10 Aug 01, w/atchs.
   Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
   Exhibit C.  Letter, AFBCMR Medical Consultant, dated
	             22 Oct 01.
   Exhibit D.  Letter, HQ AFPC/DPPRS, dated 7 Dec 01.
   Exhibit E.  Letter, HQ AFPC/DPPAE, dated 28 Jan 02.
   Exhibit F.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 15 Feb 02.