RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF: 			DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2015-04113

   						COUNSEL:  NONE

						HEARING DESIRED:  NO 

APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His reentry (RE) code of 2X -- (First-term, second- term or career airman considered but not selected for reenlistment under the Selective Reenlistment Program [SRP]) be changed to allow him to reenter the military.

APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

Not being selected for reenlistment should not prevent him from joining another branch of service.

The applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit A.

STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant initially entered the Regular Air Force on 15 Sep 09.

On 13 Aug 15, the applicant’s Commander marked “Not Selected For Reenlistment” on the applicant’s AF Form 418, Selective Reenlistment Program Consideration.  The basis of this decision was the applicant had an existing Unfavorable Information File (UIF) open on that date, with a disposition date of 8 Jan 16.  The UIF contained:

a.  A 9 Dec 13 Letter of Reprimand (LOR) for not wearing personal protective equipment during maintenance. 

b.  A 6 Jan 15 LOR for not using a respirator while performing primary duties.

c.  A 31 Jan 15 referral enlisted performance report (EPR) for not using a respirator while performing primary duties. 

d.  A 6 May 15 LOR for using smokeless tobacco in the work center.

On 14 Oct 15, the applicant was furnished an honorable discharge, with a narrative reason for separation of “Non-retention on Active Duty,” and was credited with 6 years and 1 month 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/DP3ST recommends denial indicating there is no evidence of an error or an injustice.  AFI 36-2606, Reenlistment in the USAF, states commanders have selective reenlistment selection or non-selection authority.  The Selective Reenlistment Program (SRP) considers the members Enlisted Performance Report (EPR) ratings, unfavorable information from any substantiated source, willingness to comply with Air Force standards and/or the airman’s ability (or lack of) to meet required training, and duty performance levels.  

Because the applicant’s commander non-selected him for reenlistment, he had to separate on his date of separation (DOS), and his RE code was properly updated to 2X.  The applicant acknowledged his non-selection for reenlistment and indicated his intent to appeal, however, he never submitted an appeal request.  The applicant does not provide any proof of an error or injustice in reference to his RE code.  

A complete copy of the AFPC/DP3ST 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 9 May 16 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 AFPC/DP3ST 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-2015-04113 in Executive Session on 15 Dec 16 under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

The following documentary evidence was considered:

	Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 21 Sep 16.
	Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
	Exhibit C.  Memorandum, AFPC/DP3ST, dated 5 May 16.
	Exhibit D.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 9 May 16.

Pursuant to paragraph 1 of AFI 36-2603 (Title 32 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 865.1), it is certified that a quorum was present at the Board's review and deliberations, and that the foregoing is a true and complete record of the Board's proceedings in the above entitled matter.