RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2007-03542
		INDEX CODE:  100.00

		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NOT INDICATED

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

He be given credit for his service in Vietnam.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He was in Vietnam in a secret capacity and now needs to prove this due to his disabilities.

Applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

On 3 August 1971, applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force.  He served as an Administrative Helper.

On 12 January 1973, applicant was honorably discharged in the grade of airman first class.  He served 1 year, 5 months and 10 days on active duty.

Applicant’s DD Form 214, Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge, item 30, reflects “Vietnam - No.”

On 13 December 2007, AFPC/DPAPP, advised the applicant that there was no documentation in his Military Personnel Record (MPR) that confirms any TDY or flights or mission into Vietnam.  His record shows he spent a complete tour of duty in the Air Force at Mountain Home AFB, Idaho.  DPAPP asked that he provide documentation which verifies his Vietnam service (i.e., travel vouchers, flight records or TDY orders that show a specific time and location in Vietnam.)

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPAPP recommends denial.  DPAPP states no documentation could be found within the applicant’s MPR that verifies he served at any time in Vietnam.  DPAPP asked the applicant to check his personal files to see if he might have any documentation that substantiate his claim to Vietnam service; however, he did not respond.

AFPC/DPAPP’s complete evaluation is at Exhibit C.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

On 8 February 2008, the evaluation was forwarded to the applicant for review and comment within 30 days (Exhibit D).  As of this date, this office has received no response.

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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 an error or an injustice.  The applicant’s contentions are duly noted; however, after reviewing the evidence of record we agree with the opinion and recommendation 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.

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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice; the application was denied without a personal appearance; and 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 AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2007-03542 in Executive Session on 18 March 2008, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

The following documentary evidence was considered:

   Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 16 October 2007.
   Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Record.
   Exhibit C.  Letter, AFPC/DPAPP, dated 29 January 2008.
   Exhibit D.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 8 February 2008.