RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03258
		INDEX CODE:  110.02
	 	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 was told by an Air Force Reserve recruiter that based on him receiving an RE code of 2X he should have not received an honorable discharge.

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

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 14 August 1997.

On 13 August 2001, he was discharged under the provisions of AFI 36-3208 for completion of required active service and was issued an honorable discharge. He received a separation designator code of LBK “Completion of required active service” and an RE code of 2X, “First-term, second-term, or career airman considered but not selected for reenlistment under the SRP”.  He served four years on active duty.

After reviewing the applicable instruction, AFI 36-2606, it appears the RE code issued is accurate.  

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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.  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-2003-03258 in Executive Session on 6 January 2004, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

The following documentary evidence was considered:

    Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 13 Sep 03, w/atchs.
    Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
    Exhibit C.  SAF/MRBR, dated 31 Oct 03.