RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  01-02870
				INDEX CODE:  107.00
	APPLICANT	COUNSEL:  None

	SSN		HEARING DESIRED:  No

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His records be corrected to show that he served in Saudi Arabia and is entitled to wear the Southwest Asia (SW) Ribbon.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He was assigned to the 6975th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from Apr 91 through Aug 91.  He was told he could wear the SW Asia Ribbon, however, there is no record of this and he needs proof of his service in order for him to join the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Applicant's complete submission, with an attachment, is attached at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The relevant facts pertaining to this application, extracted from the applicant's military records, are contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of the Air Force. 

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

HQ AFPC/DPAPP2 states there are no documents in the applicant's records to verify that the applicant was assigned or TDY to Saudi Arabia.  In a letter dated 19 Nov 01, they requested the applicant to provide any documents he may have to support his request.The applicant did not provide the requested information.  They recommend denying the requested relief.

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

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

A complete copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 25 Jan 02, for review and response.  As of this date, no response has been received by this office. 

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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 the 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 an injustice.  The applicant's records do not reflect that he served or was TDY in Saudi Arabia.  The applicant was requested to provide any documentation to support his claim; however, as of this date, he has not provided any documentation to verify he was assigned or TDY in Saudi Arabia.  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 AFBCMR Docket Number 01-02870 in Executive Session on 28 March 2002, under the provisions of AFI 36‑2603:
          Panel Chair
			Member
			Member

The following documentary evidence was considered:

   Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 5 Oct 01, w/atch.
   Exhibit B.  Available Master Personnel Records.
   Exhibit C.  Letter, AFPC/DPAPP2, dated 18 Jan 02, w/atch.
   Exhibit D.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 25 Jan 02.