RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
         AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2003-02068
		INDEX CODE:  100.03
		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DES IRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code and narrative reason for separation be changed.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

The record isn’t in error or unjust, his personal life was the problem and it has been totally rectified.  He requests a second chance.

In support of his request, the applicant submits a letter from his wife, two letters of recommendation and a copy of his DD Form 214, Certificate or Release or Discharge from Active Duty.

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

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force as an airman basic on 5 July 1995 for a term of 4 years.  On 14 November 2000, the applicant was notified by his commander that he was recommending he be discharged from the Air Force due to a condition that interferes with military service, specifically a mental disorder.  The reason for this action was that he was diagnosed with a personality disorder comprised of borderline, passive-aggressive and avoidant personality traits.  His disorder was determined to be so severe that it significantly impaired his ability to function effectively in the military environment.  He was advised of his rights in this matter.  On 15 December 2000, he was administratively discharged under the provisions of AFI 36-3208, Administrative Separation of Airman, (personality disorder), with an honorable discharge and was issued a RE code of 2C “Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge; or entry level separation without characterization of service.”  He served 5 years, 4 months and 11 days total active service. 

On 7 October 2003, a DD Form 215, Correction to DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty was completed to correct the applicant’s DD Form 214, block 23, from “released from active duty” to “discharge.”

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

The BCMR Medical Consultant recommends denial.  The fact that he is functioning well at this time at home confirms his diagnosis of Adjustment Disorder, however it does not predict that he will respond well to the stresses of military operations, deployment, or combat when he is separated from his familiar surroundings and social support system of family and friends.  The presence of maladaptive personality traits diagnosed as personality disorder is an added risk factor for recurrent problems.  His past experience is predictive of an increased risk for recurrent problems if re-exposed to the rigors of military training and service.

Although the applicant’s wife contends his mental illness was fabricated by herself and the applicant in order to leave the Air Force, this does not provide evidence to support a change in the reenlistment code.  Action and disposition in this case are proper and equitable reflecting compliance with Air Force directives that implement the law.  

The Medical Consultant’s evaluation is at Exhibit C.  

AFPC/DPPRSP concurs with the BCMR Medical Consultant and recommends denial.  Based upon the documentation in the file, the discharge was consistent with the procedural and substantive requirements of the discharge regulation.

The DPPRSP evaluation is at Exhibit D.

AFPC/DPPAE recommends denial.  The RE code of 2C, “Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge; or entry level separation without characterization of service” is correct.  Member has not provided any documentation that supports changing his RE code.  

The DPPAE evaluation is at Exhibit E.   

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

He states that he performed his duties well from 5 July 1995 to the spring of 2000 and should show that he responds very well to stresses of military operations, deployment, or combat.  His current employment, which he has held for the past 3 years, involves being separated from his family 240 days out of the year.  He and his family have adjusted well to that lifestyle.  He requests time to select a psychiatric associate to receive a second opinion, psychological testing, and evaluation to be added to his file as additional evidence in support of his request to change his RE code for reenlistment.  

The applicant was informed by the AFBCMR that his case would be held in abeyance until 23 January 2004, at which time his case would be processed for consideration by the Board and considered on the evidence of record.
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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.  After a thorough review of the documentation provided and the evidence of record, the Board is of the opinion that given the circumstances surrounding his separation from the Air Force, the RE code and narrative reason assigned to the applicant was proper and in compliance with the appropriate directives.  Applicant has not provided any evidence, which would lead the Board to believe otherwise.  Therefore, we find no basis upon which to recommend favorable action on 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 BC-2003-02068 in Executive Session on 3 February 2004, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

The following documentary evidence was considered:

	Exhibit A.	DD Form 149, dated 28 Apr 03, w/atchs.
	Exhibit B.	Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
	Exhibit C.	Letter, BCMR Medical Consultant, dated 15 Sep 03.
	Exhibit D.	Letter, AFPC/DPPRSP, dated 7 Oct 03.
	Exhibit E.	Letter, AFPC/DPPAE, dated 14 Nov 03.
	Exhibit F.	Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 21 Nov 03.
	Exhibit G.	Letter, Applicant, undated.
	Exhibit H.	Letter, SAF/MRBC, dated 23 Dec 03.