RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:	BC-2008-02302 INDEX CODE:	100.03, 100.06
XXXXXXX	COUNSEL:	NONE
HEARING DESIRED:	NO

APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code of 2C be changed to one that would allow him to reenlist in the United States Armed Services.

APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He has made significant changes in the 16 years since his separation from the Air Force. He has maintained a stable career and has sought professional help to resolve the personal issues that led to his separation.

In support of his application, applicant provides a personal letter, a resume, supporting letters from his employers and coworkers, training certificates, an official transcript from Pikes Peak Community College, a copy of DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, a copy of his discharge separation package, a copy of DD Form 4, Enlistment/Reenlistment Document, and a letter and finger prints from the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Applicant's complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.

STATEMENT OF FACTS:
Applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 17 June 1992 for a period of four years.

On 6 July 1992, a Mental Health Evaluation diagnosed the applicant as having an adjustment disorder with mixed disturbance of emotions and conduct, including a suicide attempt. The applicant’s diagnosis of adjustment disorder and a suicide attempt did not meet retention standards and could jeopardize his safety and that of his peers and negatively affect the Air Force mission.

On 8 July 1992, he was notified by his commander he was recommending that he be separated from the Air Force for a

condition that interferes with military service, specifically for mental disorders. The authority for this action is AFR 39- 10, Section B, para 5-ll-9, Conditions that Interfere with Military Service, specifically, under Mental Disorders.

He acknowledged receipt of the notification of discharge and waived his right to consult with legal counsel and submit statements in his own behalf. The discharge authority approved the separation and directed the applicant be separated with an uncharacterized entry-level separation.

On 10 July 1992, the applicant was separated from the Air Force under the provisions of AFR 39-10, Administrative Separation of Airmen (Conditions that Interfere with Military Service, specifically, under Mental Disorders), with an uncharacterized entry-level separation and a RE code of "2C", (Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge; or entry level separation without characterization). He served 4 months and 3 days of total active service.

AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial and states the RE Code of “2C” is correct.

AFPC/DPSOA's complete evaluation is at Exhibit C.
AFPC/DPSOS recommends the applicant's Separation Program Designator (SPD) code of "JFX" (Conditions that interfere with military service - not disability-mental disorders) be changed to "KFF" (Secretarial Authority). The RE code of "2C" however is correct.

AFPC/DPSOS's complete evaluation is at Exhibit D.

APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
The applicant states that he was not informed that the RE code of 2C would permanently prohibit him from reentering  all branches of the military service. He has been given a permanent ineligibility for a condition that was a temporary problem. He has included evidence in his request that proves he has lived a very stable and productive life.

Applicant's complete response is at Exhibit F.

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, the Board excused the failure to timely file.

3.	Sufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice warranting partial relief. Having carefully reviewed this application and the additional evidence provided by the applicant, we agree with the recommendations and opinions of the Air Force offices of primary responsibility and adopt their rationale as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of an error or an injustice with regard to the narrative reason for his separation. With regard to his RE code however, we find no evidence of an error or injustice associated with the RE code he received at discharge. We note that the applicant’s RE code may be waived by other branches of service if it is their desire to do so. Whether or not he is successful will depend on the needs of the military department he applies to. Our recommendation in no way guarantees that he will be allowed to return to any

branch	of	the	service.	Accordingly,	we	recommend	that	his	
records	be corrected to the extent indicated below.			

THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT:
The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT be corrected to show that on 10 July 1992 he was separated under the provisions of AFR 39-10, paragraph 1.2 (Secretarial Authority) with a separation code of KFF.

The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2008-02302 in Executive Session on 17 December 2008, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

Panel Chair 
Member
Member

All members voted to correct the records, as recommended. The following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR  Docket Number BC-2008-02302 was considered:

Exhibit A.	DD Form 149, dated 15 Jun 08, w/atchs. Exhibit B.	Applicant's Master Personnel Records. Exhibit C.	Letter, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 11 Jul 08.
Exhibit D.	Letter, AFPC/DPSOS, dated 29 Sept 08. Exhibit E.	Letter,SAF/MRBR dated 21 Nov 08.
Exhibit F.	Applicant’s Response, undated.

Panel Chair

AFBCMR

Mr. XXXXXXX

Dear ------------------

Your application to the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records, AFBCMR BC- 2008-02302, has been finalized.

The Board determined that the military records should be corrected as set forth in the attached copy of a Memorandum for the Chief of Staff United States Air Force.  The office responsible for making the correction will inform you when your records have been changed.

After correction, the records will be reviewed to determine if you are entitled to any monetary benefits as a result of the correction of records.  This determination is made by the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS-IN), , and involves the assembly and careful checking of finance records.  It may also be necessary for the DFAS-IN to communicate directly with you to obtain additional information to ensure the proper settlement of your claim.  Because of the number and complexity of claims workload, you should expect some delay.  We assure you, however, that every effort will be made to conclude this matter at the earliest practical date.

Sincerely

------------------Chief Examiner
Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records

Attachments:
1.	Record of Proceedings
2.	Copy of Directive cc: DFAS-IN
1.	
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
CASE TRANSMITTAL / COORDINATION RECORD

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NO:
XXXXXXX	BC-2008-02302
TMCD: 28 APRIL 2009
ROUTE IN TURN	INITIALS DATE

1.	CHIEF EXAMINER (Coord/Signature)

2.	EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (Coordination)
3.	------------------PANEL CHAIR
(Signature on Proceedings)

4.	SAF/MRB (Approval)
 	
5.	AFBCMR (Processing)

------------------Examiner
Air Force Board For Correction Of Military Records