RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
         AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2003-01942
		INDEX CODE:  100.00

		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED: NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) code 2C (Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge; or entry level separation without characterization of service) be changed to a better code.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He does not know if the RE code 2C is unjust, but would like it to be reconsidered in order that he may rejoin the military.  He cannot join the Air Force again because of the code 2C, and another branch requires a two-year wait.

In support of his appeal, applicant submitted a copy of his DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty.

Applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

Applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 7 May 02 for a period of four years.  

On 7 Nov 02, the squadron commander initiated administrative discharge action against the applicant for unsatisfactory performance or conduct; specifically, unsatisfactory duty performance.  

The reasons for the proposed action were that on 23 Aug 02 and 4 Sep 02, applicant failed to make satisfactory progress in a required technical training program.  The applicant was eliminated from the Supply Management Apprentice training course for academic deficiency after failing the written Test 1, Version A, course examination twice with scores of 69% on both exams--minimum passing was 70%.  On 10 Sep 02, he failed the written Test 3, Version B, with a score of 63%--minimum passing was 72%.  Prior to disenrollment, applicant was counseled concerning his performance and received individualized assistance with negative results.

The commander recommended that the applicant be given an honorable discharge.  On that same date, applicant acknowledged receipt of the discharge notification.  He waived his right to consult counsel and to submit statements in his own behalf.  On 14 Nov 02, the staff judge advocate found the case to be legally sufficient.  On 19 Nov 02, the discharge authority directed applicant be discharged with an honorable discharge without probation and rehabilitation.

On 21 Nov 02, applicant was honorably discharged by reason of “unsatisfactory performance,” and was issued an RE code of 2C.  He was credited with 6 months and 15 days of active duty service.

On 12 May 03, applicant’s DD Form 214, was administratively corrected to reflect the rank of AB in Item 4a, pay grade E-1 in Item 4b, and Primary Specialty, 1C311 rather than 2S011 in Item 11.

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

HQ AFPC/DPPRS recommended denial of applicant’s request.  They found that the discharge was consistent with the procedural and substantive requirements of the discharge regulation.  Additionally, that the discharge was within the sound discretion of the discharge authority.  They also noted that the applicant did not submit any new evidence or identify any errors or injustices that occurred in the discharge processing.

A complete copy of the evaluation is at Exhibit C.

HQ AFPC/DPPAE reviewed this application and indicated that the RE code of 2C is correct.

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

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the applicant on 18 Jul 03 for review and comment within 30 days.  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.  At the time a member is separated from the Air Force, they are furnished an RE Code predicated upon the quality of their service and the circumstances of their separation.  The assigned code reflects the Air Force’s position regarding whether or not, or under what circumstances, the individual should be allowed to reenlist.  Applicant’s RE code of 2C accurately reflects his involuntary separation with an honorable discharge.  After careful consideration of the evidence provided, we are not persuaded that the assigned RE code is in error or unjust or that an upgrade of the RE code is warranted.  We therefore conclude that no basis exists upon which to recommend favorable action on his request that it be changed.

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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-2003-01942 in Executive Session on 10 September 2003, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

The following documentary evidence was considered:

    Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 12 Jun 03, w/atchs. 
    Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
    Exhibit C.  Letter, HQ AFPC/DPPRS, dated 1 Jul 03.
    Exhibit D.  Letter, HQ AFPC/DPPAE, dated 11 Jul 03.
    Exhibit E.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 18 Jul 03.