RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-02871
		INDEX CODE:  110.00
		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) code be changed.

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THE APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He would like his RE code changed so he can enter the Air Force Reserves.  He was extended for the Convenience of the Government.  Once the troops returned he requested to separate because he was about to lose a job that was being held for him.  He is older now and more mature and hopes he is given a second chance to prove himself.  

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

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 23 April 1986 for a period of four years.

The applicant’s medical records indicate the applicant was referred to the Mental Health Clinic on 5 February 1987 for evaluation for alcohol abuse.  

On 9 June 1987, the mental health provider recommended the applicant enter the alcohol rehabilitation program.  On 9 September 1987, the applicant successfully completed the alcohol rehabilitation program.

On 30 September 1987, the applicant was notified that he was not eligible to reenlist due to receiving an Article 15.

The applicant was again referred to Mental Health for alcohol abuse due to a driving while intoxicated incident on base.  The mental health provider recommended the applicant enter the alcohol rehabilitation program.

On 17 November 1987, the applicant was notified he was not eligible to reenlist due to his failure in alcohol rehabilitation.

On 18 November 1987, the mental health provider recommended the applicant be separated from the Air Force.

On 2 April 1988 the applicant successfully completed the alcohol rehabilitation program and the mental health provider noted that administrative action was no longer pending; however, a court case was still pending.

On 6 June 1989, the mental health provider noted in the applicant’s record that he was involved in an alcohol-related incident and failed to go to work.

On 5 July 1989, the mental health provider recommended the applicant enter the alcohol rehabilitation program.  The applicant’s medical records indicate he continued participation in the alcohol rehabilitation program until 5 March 1990.

On 5 December 1989, the applicant was notified he was ineligible to reenlist due to his failure to complete the alcohol rehabilitation program.

The applicant was not recommend for reenlistment on 28 June 1990.  The basis for the nonrecommendation was that the applicant was an ineffective performer, lacked motivation and initiative, non-complied with training requirements and a Unfavorable Information File (UIF) had been established.  Applicant did not appeal the decision.

The applicant was honorably discharged on 23 May 1991, under the provisions of AFR 39-10, completed extended enlistment and was issued an RE code of 2X, which indicates the servicemember is a first-term, second-term, or career airman considered but not selected for reenlistment under the Selective Reenlistment Program (SRP).

EXAMINER'S NOTE: An Air Force evaluation was not received; however, prior to forwarding the case to the Board the Air Force determined that the RE code assigned is correct.

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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 waive the failure to timely file.

3.  Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice.  Applicant’s contentions are duly noted; however, we are not persuaded that the applicant has been the victim of an error or injustice.  At the time members are separated from the Air Force, they are furnished an RE code predicated upon the quality of their service and circumstances of their separation.  After a thorough review of the evidence of record, we believe that given the circumstances surrounding the applicant’s separation, the RE code issued was in accordance with the appropriate directives.  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-2003-02871 in Executive Session on 2 December 2003, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

The following documentary evidence was considered:

    Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 19 Aug 03, w/atchs.
    Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
    Exhibit C.  Letter, SAF/MRBR dated 7 Nov 03.