RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2015-00579 COUNSEL:	NONE
HEARING DESIRED:	NO

APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His DD Form 214, Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge, be corrected to reflect the following:

1.	Foreign	and/or	Sea	Service	credit	of	401	days (Administratively Resolved).

2.	Air	Medal	with	one	Silver	Oak	Leaf	Cluster	(AM w/1SOLC).

APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He is proud to have served his country and his record should reflect his true contributions.

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

STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The  applicant  initially  entered  the  Regular  Air  Force  on 9 Aug 63.

On 15 May 69, the applicant was furnished an honorable discharge, and was credited with five years, nine months, and seven days of active service.

On 21 Apr 15, AFPC/DPAPP  notified the applicant of their determination that he had “boots on ground” foreign service time in the Republic of Vietnam based on numerous temporary duty assignments. His DD Form 214 was administratively corrected to reflect one year, one month, and five days of foreign 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/DPSID recommends denial of the AM w/1SOLC, indicating there is no evidence of an error or an injustice. The Air medal may be awarded to any person who, while serving in an capacity with the United States Armed Forces, subsequent to 8 Sep 39, who distinguishes himself or herself by meritorious achievement while participating in an aerial flight. The AM may be awarded for combat or non-combat action in recognition of single acts of valor, heroism, or merit while participating in aerial flight. Additionally, it may be conferred for sustained meritorious achievement (distinction) in the performance of duties involving aerial flight.

A thorough review of the applicant’s official military personnel record revealed no documentation, such as a recommendation or special order, nor was any provided with this request substantiating his entitlement to the AM w/1SOLC. In order to reasonably consider the applicant's request, he will need to submit a recommendation from someone with firsthand knowledge of the act/achievement, preferably from someone within the applicant's chain of command at the time of the act/achievement, a proposed citation, and eyewitness statements from those who can attest to the act/achievement.

Based on the review  of the applicant’s military personnel record, his eligibility for the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with one Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster (AFOUA w/1BOLC), and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm (RVNGC w/P) were verified. Upon final board decision the record will be administratively corrected.

A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSID 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 31 Aug 15, 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 warranting correction of the applicant’s records to reflect award of the Air Medal with one Silver Oak Leaf Cluster (AM w/1SOLC). 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. We note the Air Force OPR has determined the applicant’s entitlement to Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with one Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster (AFOUA w/1BOLC), and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm (RVNGC w/P), and will correct his records administratively. Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis to recommend granting any relief beyond that rendered administratively.

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-2015-00579 in Executive Session on 8 Oct 15, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

, Panel Chair
, Member
, Member
The following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2015-00579 was considered:

Exhibit A.	DD Form 149, dated 7 Feb 15, w/atchs. Exhibit B.	Applicant's Master Personnel Records. Exhibit C.	Memorandum, AFPC/DPSID, dated 24 Aug 15. Exhibit D.	Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 31 Aug 15.