RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03393
		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:

His commander did not explain that he would be barred from the Air Force for life.  He signed and accepted his notification or reenlistment ineligibility based on the fact that he would be reconsidered for enlistment once the ineligibility factor was removed.

In support of the appeal, the applicant submits a copy of his DD Form 214, Certificate for Release or Discharge from Active Duty, a copy of his Notification of Reenlistment Ineligibility, copies of his Airman Performance Reports, and a copy of an Enlistment Waiver letter.

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 9 July 1980.  On 3 March 1983, his commander considered and denied his reenlistment.  On 8 July 1984, he was discharged under the provisions of AFR 39-10 for expiration of term of service and was issued an honorable discharge. He received a separation designator code of KBK and a RE code of 2X.  He served four years on active duty.

After reviewing the applicable instruction, AFR 39-10, 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 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.  In regards to the applicant’s request for correction of his RE code, no documentation was provided to the Board, to show a record of satisfactory post service accomplishments.  Typically, clemency would be considered when a person has been separated for a length of time, and provides evidence to substantiate post service accomplishments.  However, 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-2003-03393 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 6 Oct 03, w/atchs.

    Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
    Exhibit C.  Letter, SAF/MRBR dated 7 Nov 03.