RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2003-01509
				INDEX CODE:  107.00
				COUNSEL:  None

				HEARING DESIRED:  No

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His records be corrected to reflect he was awarded the Air Force Good Conduct Medal (AFGCM).

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

His AFGCM was never awarded.

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

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 21 June 1995, as an airman basic for a period of four years.

His DD Form 214 reflects he was awarded the Air Force Longevity Service Award, Air Force Training Ribbon, Air Force Overseas Long Tour Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, and the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, with 1 device.

Applicant’s EPR profile is listed below.

			PERIOD ENDING		OVERALL EVALUATION

			 18 Dec 96			4
			 18 Dec 97			4
			 18 Dec 98			5
			* 6 Sep 99			3
			* 6 Sep 00			4

*Referral Report

On 26 October 2000, the applicant was discharged for failure in the weight control management program with an honorable discharge.  He served a total of five years, four months and six days of active service.

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

HQ AFPC/DPPPR states that on 9 June 2003, they informed the applicant that his records did not indicate he was awarded the AFGCM and that his performance reports did not show he was rated as exemplary in character or behavior, and he was discharged for failure to maintain his weight in accordance with Air Force standards.  He was asked to withdraw his application.  The applicant did not respond.

The applicant has two referral reports that reflect he was not in compliance with Air Force standards regarding his conduct on/off duty, and his supervision was not of the highest standards.  The applicant was not recommended for the AFGCM by his commander, as shown  on  the  Report  of  Individual  Personnel  (RIP)  dated 17 October 2000, which was provided to the applicant.  The applicant was not eligible for the AFGCM because he did not exhibit three years of exemplary behavior and character.  To award the applicant this medal would be unfair to other service members who earned the medal by exhibiting character and behavior that was above average.

Based on the evidence presented, they recommend denial.

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

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 25 July 2003, 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 timely filed.

3.	Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of 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 decision that the applicant has failed to sustain his burden that he has suffered either an error or an injustice.  The applicant has not provided any persuasive evidence in support of his request establishing his entitlement to the AFGCM.  The applicant did not exhibit the three years of exemplary behavior and character required to be eligible for the AFGCM; nor was he recommended for the AFGCM by his commander.  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 AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2003-01509 in Executive Session on 17 September 2003, under the provisions of AFI 36‑2603:

			Panel Chair
			Member
			Member

The following documentary evidence was considered:

	Exhibit A.	DD Form 149, dated 24 Apr 03, w/atch.
	Exhibit B.	Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
	Exhibit C.	Letter, HQ AFPC/DPPPR, dated 22 Jul 03, w/atchs.
	Exhibit D.	Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 25 Jul 03.

					
					Panel Chair