RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
         AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER: 02-00632
			INDEX CODE: 128.05  112.07
			COUNSEL:  None

			HEARING DESIRED:  No
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His reenlistment on 17 July 2001 be voided and a constructive reenlistment of 20 January 2002 be granted to qualify for a Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB).
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

Over the past seven months, he had made multiple visits to his local military personnel flight (MPF) reenlistment section to check the status of a reenlistment bonus contracted to him on 17 July 2001.  He has exhausted all local means to have this matter taken care of in the most expeditious of manners.  It is his opinion that the Air Force has failed to honor its contracted obligations, and therefore ask for a new contract be produced and adhered to under the current reenlistment provisions.  He feels he has been as patient as he can on this matter, and can no longer afford the loss of unpaid funds.

In support of his application, he submits a copy of his DD Form 4/1, Enlistment/Reenlistment Document and copies of his leave and earning statements.

Applicant's complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant is currently serving in the Regular Air Force in the grade of technical sergeant (E-6).

The applicant reenlisted on 17 July 2001 for four (4) years with a Zone C, Multiple 0.5 Selective Reenlistment Bonus to obtain retainability.

The MPF processed a transaction on this applicant and due to MilPDS problems it rejected 17 November 2001.  As of 22 April 2002, the applicant was paid $1,686.60 for a Zone C, Multiple 0.5 SRB for a total of 3 years.

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPPAE recommended disapproval.  The Air Force did not fail to honor its obligations.  Due to system problems that are being actively worked on a daily basis, member did not receive his SRB at the time of his reenlistment.  However, now that DFAS has taken action on this member's record, member will receive all back pay associated with this reenlistment.  Additionally, member reenlisted to obtain retainability, not to maximize his SRB.

AFPC/DPPAE complete evaluation is at Exhibit B.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 29 June 2002 for review and comment within 30 days.  As of this date, this office has received no response.

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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 an error or injustice.  We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case and to include the fact that DFAS is taking action on the member's record to insure that he will receive all back pay associated with his reenlistment.  Therefore, 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 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  02-00632 Executive Session on 18 September 2002, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

			Panel Chair
			Member
			Member

The following documentary evidence was considered:

	Exhibit A.	DD Form 149, dated 11 Feb 02, w/atchs.
	Exhibit B.	Letter, AFPC/DPPAE, dated 18 Jun 02.
	Exhibit C.	Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 28 Jun 02.

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