RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-03241 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His reentry (RE) code 2X “First-term, second term, or career airman considered but not selected for reenlistment under the Selective Reenlistment Program (SRP)” be changed to allow reentry into another branch of the military. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: He was briefed at the time of his separation that he was denied reenlistment in the Air Force. He found out that RE code 2X is preventing him from enlisting in the Marine Corps. It is unjust that a mistake he made in one service is preventing him from supporting his country in another. He received an honorable discharge; therefore, reenlistment in another branch of service should not be an issue. In support of his request, the applicant provides a copy of his DD Form 214, Certificate of Release and Discharge from Active Duty. The applicant's complete submission, with attachment, is at Exhibit A. _________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: The applicant served in the Air Force from 4 Nov 08 until 31 May 11. On 22 Feb 11, the applicant was considered for reenlistment under the SRP; however, his supervisor did not recommend him for reenlistment based on his performance being substandard. His supervisor stated that after several corrective measures were taken against the member and a Control Roster action was established, he failed to adapt. The unit commander concurred with the supervisor’s recommendation and added that the applicant’s conduct was not conducive with his service, and he was not selected for reenlistment under the SRP. On 31 May 11, the applicant was honorably discharged and received an RE Code of 2X. He served on active duty for a period of 2 years, 6 months, and 27 days. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial. DPSOA states the applicant’s “2X” RE code is appropriate based on the applicant being denied reenlistment and having to separate from the military. He has provided no evidence of an Air Force error or injustice. The applicant seems to be assuming an honorable character of service means a member should be reenlistment eligible; however, that is not the case. DPSOS states that commanders have selective reenlistment selection or non-selection authority, and the SRP considers a member’s enlisted performance report ratings, unfavorable information from a substantiated source, the airman’s willingness to comply with Air Force standards, and the airman’s ability (or lack of) to meet required training and duty performance levels. The complete DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: On 28 Oct 11, a copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant for review and comment within 30 days. To date, a response has not been received (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 error or 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 that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice. No evidence has been provided to reflect he was not treated fairly and properly by the Air Force. Absent persuasive evidence the applicant was denied rights to which entitled, appropriate regulations were not followed, or appropriate standards were not applied, we find no basis to disturb the existing record. Additionally, we note the applicant’s desire to serve in the Marine Corps, and would like to point out that his RE code of “2X” while barring him from reenlistment with the Air Force, may be waived by another branch of the military service. In view of the above and absent evidence to the contrary, we find no basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this application. _________________________________________________________________ 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. _________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered Docket Number BC-2011-03241 in Executive Session on 1 Dec 11, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603: The following documentary evidence was considered: Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 18 Jul 11, w/atch. Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records. Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 6 Oct 11. Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 28 Oct 11.