RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
         AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2007-02818
		INDEX CODE:  107.00
		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His records be corrected to show he served in the Republic of Vietnam.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He aided in emergency re-supply efforts during “Operation Junction City” in the Republic of Vietnam and his records do not indicate this service.  He attempted to apply for benefits and realized that his Vietnam service was not reflected in his records.

In support of his request, the applicant submits a History of the 50th Tactical Airlift Squadron, a copy of his DD Form 214, Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge, and Aeronautical Order number 105.

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 on 27 Apr 65, for a term of four years and was progressively promoted to the grade of staff sergeant.  On 23 Mar 69, he was discharged with an honorable discharge characterization for expiration of term of service.  He served a total of 3 years, 10 months and 27 days active duty service.

His record reflects award of the National Defense Service Medal and 1 year and 24 days Foreign Service.

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPAPP recommends denial and states there is no documentation that proves he served in Vietnam.  

On 12 Oct 07, DPAPP requested the applicant provide documentation to support his claim.  He was informed that his records did not confirm any temporary duty (TDY) assignments or flights into Vietnam.  

The complete DPAPP evaluation is at Exhibit C.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 7 Dec 07, for review and comment within 30 days.  As of this date, no response has been received by this office.

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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.	Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice.  After a thorough review of the applicant’s submission and the available evidence of record, the Board was not persuaded that he should be granted the requested relief.  The Board notes no evidence was presented to show the applicant actually served in or flew missions into Vietnam.  In view of this, we agree with the opinions and recommendations of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt its rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice.  Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no compelling basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this application.

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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of a 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-2007-02818 in Executive Session on 21 Feb 08, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

The following documentary evidence was considered:

	Exhibit A.	DD Form 149, dated 22 Aug 07, w/atchs.
	Exhibit B.	Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
	Exhibit C.	Memo, AFPC/DPAPP, dated 27 Nov 07.
	Exhibit D.	Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 7 Dec 07.