RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:				DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2012-03801
      COUNSEL: NONE
	              				HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: 

His reentry (RE) code of “2C – Involuntarily separated with an 
honorable discharge; or entry-level separation without 
characterization of service,” be changed to allow him to reenter 
the military.  

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

Eight weeks into his Special Operations Program training, he 
lost focus, began doubting himself, and was unable to finish his 
training.  He regrets his actions and has continued to develop 
his physical, mental, and psychological attributes because he 
wants to reenlist in the military.  

The 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 8 February 
2011, in Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) 1C411, Tactical Air 
Control Party (TACP) Helper.  

The applicant was eliminated from the TACP Preparatory Course 
after failing two Physical Aptitude and Stamina Tests and 
failing to make satisfactory progress.  

On 29 October 2012, the applicant was notified of his 
commander’s intent to recommend him for an entry-level 
separation under the provisions of Air Force Program Directive 
(AFPD) 36-32, Military Retirements and Separations, and; Air 
Force Instruction (AFI) 36-3208, Reenlistments in the USAF, 
Chapter 5, Section 5D (entry-level performance or conduct), 
specifically, paragraph 5.22.2.3, (failure to make satisfactory 
progress in a required training program).  The applicant 
acknowledged his commander’s intent and waived his rights to 
consult counsel and to submit statements in his own behalf.  

After the Assistant Staff Judge Advocate found the case to be 
legally sufficient, the discharge authority approved the 
recommended separation and directed the applicant be 
administratively separated with an uncharacterized entry-level 
separation.  

The applicant received an uncharacterized, entry-level 
separation effective 13 June 2011, in the grade of airman basic 
(E-1).  His DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge 
from Active Duty, reflects his RE code as “2C” and a narrative 
reason for separation as “Entry Level Performance or Conduct.”  
He served four months and six days on active duty.  

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial.  DPSOA states the applicant’s RE 
Code of “2C” is required based on his entry-level separation 
with uncharacterized service.  The applicant does not provide 
evidence of an error or injustice in reference to his RE Code. 

The complete DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit C.  

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

He asks the Board to please do not deny him the opportunity to 
serve his country’s Armed Forces because of the missteps brought 
about by youthful exuberance and inexperience.  He took a chance 
by “aiming high,” but unfortunately, fell short.  It is not 
right that his enthusiasm, desire, and attempt to be the “Best 
of the Best” should forever exclude him from the service.  He 
respectfully requests the Board to change his RE code from “2C” 
to a more appropriate code, which would allow him to again be 
eligible to honorably serve in the military.

The applicant’s complete rebuttal is at Exhibit E.  

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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 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.  Therefore, in the 
absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no 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 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 AFBCMR Docket 
Number BC-2012-03801 in Executive Session on 18 June 2013, under 
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

	                     , Panel Chair
	                     , Member
	                     , Member

The following documentary evidence was considered in connection 
with AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2012-03801:

Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 22 Aug 12, w/atchs.
Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C.  Letter, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 29 Oct 12.
Exhibit D.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 6 Nov 12.
Exhibit E.  Letter, Applicant, dated 26 Nov 12.