RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-01544 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His reenlistment (RE) code of “2C” (involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge, or entry-level separation without characterization of service) be changed to a “4” to allow him to reenter military service. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: He did not violate any of the rules or regulations of the Air Force. He tried out for a position in Special Operations Combat Control and was unable to meet the demands of the rigorous training program. Instead of being reclassified into a different air force specialty code (AFSC), he was discharged and given a reentry code that makes him ineligible to return to the military without a waiver. In support of his request, the applicant provides copies of his DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. The applicant's complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A. _________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: On 22 Jun 10, the applicant contracted his enlistment in the Regular Air Force. On 21 Sep 10, the applicant’s commander notified him that he was recommending his discharge from the Air Force for entry-level performance or conduct. The specific reason for the discharge action was the applicant’s self-eliminated from the Combat Control Selection Course. His commander advised him of his rights in this matter. On 22 Sep 10, the applicant acknowledged receipt of the notification and waived his right to consult with legal counsel or to submit a statement in his own behalf. The legal office reviewed the case and found it legally sufficient to support separation and recommended the applicant be furnished an entry-level separation. The discharge authority concurred with the commander’s recommendation and the applicant was furnished an entry-level separation with uncharacterized service on 6 Oct 10. He was credited with three months and six days of total active service. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial noting the applicant has not provided any evidence of an error or injustice regarding his RE code. Per the governing regulation, AFI 36-2606, Reenlistments in the USAF, the applicant received the appropriate RE code based him receiving an entry-level separation with uncharacterized service. The complete AFPC/DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 17 Jun 11, for review and comment within 30 days. As of this date, no response has been received by this office (Exhibit D). _________________________________________________________________ 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 an injustice. We took notice of the applicant’s complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, 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 the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice. Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this application. _________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2011-01544 in Executive Session on 24 Apr 12, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603: The following documentary evidence was considered: Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 19 Apr 11, w/atchs. Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Military Personnel Records. Exhibit C. Letter, HQ AFPC/DPSOA, 26 May 11. Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 17 Jun 11.