RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS


IN THE MATTER OF: 	DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2014-00406

			COUNSEL:  NONE

			HEARING DESIRED:  NO 


APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His narrative reason for separation on his DD Form 214, 
Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, be 
corrected from “Disability Existed Prior to Service - Physical 
Evaluation Board (PEB)” to “Disability Temporary”.


APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

His narrative reason for separation is in error as there is no 
evidence to support this statement.

He currently has a Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) claim 
being processed. The main objective is to have his diagnosis 
reversed so he can continue to exercise his rights as a private 
pilot and to eliminate the stigma so that he can continue with 
his career opportunities.

In support of his request, the applicant has submitted 
substantial evidence that a disability did not exist prior to 
service and does not exist now.  The cover letters attached to 
each document contain personal statements and explanations.

The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at 
Exhibit A.


STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant initially entered the Regular Air Force on 23 Aug 
11.

On 10 Jan 12, the Informal Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) 
concluded the applicant was unfit because of a physical 
disability and recommended discharge.

On 11 Jan 12, the applicant agreed with the findings and 
recommended disposition of the informal PEB and waived his 
rights to a formal PEB hearing.

On 20 Jan 12, the Special Assistant, Secretary of the Air Force 
Personnel Council directed the applicant be separated from 
active service for physical disability due to a condition that 
existed prior to service.  

On 25 Jan 12, the applicant was furnished an Honorable 
discharge, and was credited with 5 months, and 3 days of active 
service.   

The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are 
contained in the memorandum prepared by the Air Force office of 
primary responsibility (OPR), which is attached at Exhibit C.    


AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPFD recommends denial indicating there is no evidence of 
an error or an injustice.  On 11 Jan 12 the applicant concurred 
with the PEB findings. It should be noted that he did not 
exercise his two appeal rights to have his case heard by the 
Formal Board or the Secretary of the Air Force Personnel 
Council.

A complete copy of the AFPC/DPFD evaluation is at Exhibit C.


APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the 
applicant on 15 Sep 14 for review and comment within 30 days 
(Exhibit D).  As of this date, no response has been received by 
this office.


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 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 
(OPR) and adopt its rationale as the basis for our conclusion 
the applicant has not been the victim of an error of injustice.  
Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find 
no basis to recommend granting the requested relief.



THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not 
demonstrate the existence of material 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.


The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket 
Number BC-2014-00406 in Executive Session on 13 Jan 15 under the 
provisions of AFI 36-2603:

	, Panel Chair
	, Member
	, Member

The following documentary evidence was considered:

	Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 25 Jan 14, w/atchs.
	Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
	Exhibit C.  Memorandum, AFPC/DPFD, dated 1 May 14.
	Exhibit D.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 15 Sep 14.