RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
         AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2003-03058
		INDEX CODE:  100.06

		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code of 2X be changed.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

His RE code of 2X renders him ineligible to join the Air Force Reserve.  He was not aware of this code until recently when he decided he would like to continue his service to his country.  He does not understand why he received this code since he never received any disciplinary action while on active duty.

In support of his appeal, the applicant provided an expanded statement.

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

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

Applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 20 Oct 88 for a period of four years in the grade of airman first class.  He reenlisted on 30 Oct 91 for a period of six years in the grade of senior airman.

Applicant's Enlistment Performance Report (EPR) profile follows:

	PERIOD ENDING	EVALUATION

	19 Jun 90		3
	12 Jul 91		4
	 1 May 92		5
	16 Feb 93		5
	 1 Oct 93		4
	 1 Oct 94		3
	 1 Oct 95		4
	 1 Oct 96		4

The record contains an AF Form 418 (Selective Reenlistment Program Consideration), dated 25 Apr 97, which reflects the applicant’s supervisor did not recommend him for reenlistment.  The supervisor stated that he was unable to select the applicant for reenlistment at the time because the applicant had not demonstrated the desire or capability to accept the additional duties and responsibilities required of a career airman in today’s Air Force.  He indicated it was his belief that the applicant had the ability but not the desire to apply himself in his current position.  The applicant’s unit commander concurred with the supervisor and did not select the applicant for reenlistment.  He stated that the applicant lacked the qualities necessary for career airman in today’s Air Force.  The applicant indicated that he did not intend to appeal the decision.

On 31 Oct 97, the applicant was discharged under the provisions of AFI 36-3208 (Completion of Required Active Service) and furnished an honorable discharge.  He was assigned an RE code of 2X (First-term, second-term, or career airman considered but not selected for reenlistment under the Selective Reenlistment Program (SRP)).  The applicant was credited with 9 years and 11 days of active service.

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 excuse the failure to timely file.

3.  Sufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice.  The evidence of record indicates that the applicant was not selected for reenlistment in the Air Force.  His supervisor stated that he believed the applicant had the ability but not the desire to apply himself.  After a thorough review of the available evidence, we note that the applicant served honorably for nine years, and it appears that no adverse action was ever taken against him.  Furthermore, it now seems that the applicant has the motivation and the desire to commit himself to the service of his country.  In view of the foregoing, we do not believe that the applicant should be permanently barred from future military service if any branch of the armed forces desires to enlist him based on their needs.  Accordingly, we recommend that the applicant’s RE code of 2X be changed to one requiring a waiver, i.e., RE‑3K (Reserved for use by HQ AFPC or the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records (AFBCMR) when no other reenlistment eligibility code applies or is appropriate).

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THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT:

The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT, be corrected to show that his Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) Code issued in conjunction with his honorable discharge on 31 Oct 97 was “3K.”

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The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2003-03058 in Executive Session on 2 Dec 03, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

All members voted to correct the records, as recommended.  The following documentary evidence was considered:

     Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 6 Sep 03, w/atch.
     Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.

                                   

AFBCMR BC-2003-03058

MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF

	Having received and considered the recommendation of the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records and under the authority of Section 1552, Title 10, United States Code (70A Stat 116), it is directed that:

	The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to , be corrected to show that his Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) Code issued in conjunction with his honorable discharge on 31 Oct 97 was “3K.”