RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
         AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  01-03586

		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) code of 2X be upgraded.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

There is no supporting evidence for this reenlistment code.  He enlisted in the Air National Guard on 27 Sep 01, and his RE code should be changed to something more fitting of an honorable discharge.  He has done nothing to deserve a 2X code.  He was an exemplary airman for the time he was enlisted and he completed all of his required school and upgrade training for his position.  He says his supervisor knew he was getting out at the end of his enlistment and offered him the early separation, but he was not told that there would be difficulty in pursuing another military career.

In support of his appeal, applicant submitted his DD Form 214, DD Form 293 (Application for the Review or Discharge or Dismissal from the Armed Forces of the United States) and a personal letter.

Applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

On 16 July 1982, the applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force (RegAF) for a period of four years, in the grade of airman basic.

On 24 Jun 85, the commander signed an AF Form 418, Selective Reenlistment/Noncommissioned Officer Status Consideration, denying him reenlistment due to performance, reliability and acceptance of responsibility not being the caliber normally expected of a member with his grade and experience level.

On 6 Sep 1985, the applicant was discharged under the provisions of AFR 39‑10 (Early Separation Program – Strength Reduction) in the grade of airman first class with an honorable characterization of service and an RE code of 2X [First term airman considered but not selected under the Selective Reenlistment Program (SRP)].  He was credited with 3 years, 1 month, and 21 days of active service.

He is currently serving in the Kansas Air National Guard (KSANG).  He enlisted in the Air National Guard (ANG) on 26 Sep 2001 for a period of 6 years, in the grade of airman first class (A1C/E-3).

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPPAE reviewed this application and indicated that the RE code 2X is correct.  They state that the applicant has not satisfactorily indicated the commander’s action to deny him reenlistment was inappropriate or not in compliance with Air Force policy.

A complete copy of the Air Force evaluation is at Exhibit C.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

Applicant says that he is no longer the same person the commander talked about on the AF Form 418.  At that time in his life, he felt that he could take on the world and that he knew everything.  He was immature and a disrespectful person, who joined the service to get away from his family and didn’t think taking orders was necessary.  He assures us that does not exist today.

He’s now very reliable and able to accept the responsibility of a higher-ranking airman.  He acknowledges that he will have to work his way up through the ranks.  He has a secure job and has worked for 13 and a half years and he has 3 children.  He has completed studies as an Emergency Medicine Technician (EMT) and volunteers with the local Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

Applicant believes he will be a substantial asset to the Air Force and hopes the Board will give him a chance to prove it by changing his RE code to a more favorable one, so that he can stay in the ANG and serve his country proudly.

Applicant provided his personal statement, and letters from his Group Commander, Readiness Flight Officer, and Readiness Flight Chief.

Applicant’s complete response 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.  Sufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice. The applicant’s assigned RE code of 2X accurately reflects the circumstances at the time of his separation.  Specifically, that he was considered but not selected for reenlistment under the Selective Reenlistment Program.  Nevertheless, after reviewing the applicant’s complete submission, including the supporting statements submitted in his behalf from the commanders of his Air National Guard (ANG) unit attesting to his positive attitude and performance and who believe it would be in the best interest of the ANG and the Air Force to retain him, we are persuaded some form of relief is warranted.  Therefore, as a matter of clemency, we recommend that the applicant’s RE Code be changed to “3K.”  This is a code that can be waived for prior service consideration, provided he is otherwise qualified for enlistment under an existing prior service program.

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THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT:

The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT, be corrected to show that on 6 September 1985, he was discharged with Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) code “3K.”

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The following members of the Board considered this application AFBCMR Docket Number 01-03586 in Executive Session on 11 June 2002, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

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

     Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 26 Dec 01, w/atchs.
     Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
     Exhibit C.  Letter, HQ AFPC/DPPAE, dated 5 Mar 02, w/atchs.
     Exhibit D.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 15 Mar 02, w/atchs.
     Exhibit E.  Letter, Applicant, dated 15 Apr 02, w/atchs.

                                   

AFBCMR 01-03586

MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF

	Having received and considered the recommendation of the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records and under the authority of Section 1552, Title 10, United States Code (70A Stat 116), it is directed that:

	The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT be corrected to show that on 6 September 1985, he was discharged with Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) code “3K.”