RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF: 			DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2016-02851 

						COUNSEL:  NONE
	
						HEARING DESIRED:  YES

APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His reenlistment code be changed from 2X to a waiverable code which allows him to reenter active duty.

APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

There is no error in his records but he would like to reenter active duty and feels he could still be a valuable asset.

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

STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant initially entered the Regular Air Force on 15 Mar 11.

On 31 May 13, the applicant was furnished an honorable discharge, and was credited with 2 years, 2 months, and 16 days of active service. 

The applicant is currently serving as a senior airman in the Air Force Reserve, with an Expiration of Term of Service (ETS) of 7 May 21.

DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, Item 27, Reentry Code, reflects 2X (first term, second term, or career airman nonselected for reenlistment).

AF Form 418, Selective Reenlistment Program (SRP) Consideration for Airmen in the Regular Air Force/Air Force Reserve, signed by Unit Commander 4 Mar 13, indicates the applicant was denied reenlistment for failure to meet Air Force standards or to live by the Air Force Core Values, and these failures led the applicant to receive a letter of counseling, two letters of reprimand, and placement on the Control Roster.  

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/DP2SSM recommends denial indicating there is no evidence of an error or an injustice.  

The applicant was separated under FY13 AF Force Shaping Date of Separation (DOS) Rollback Program.  On 4 Mar 13, his commander non-selected him for reenlistment.  The applicant acknowledged non-selection 4 Mar 13, and rendered his intent not to appeal the decision on 7 Mar 13.

According to AFI 36-2606, Reenlistment in the United States Air Force, 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, the airman’s willingness to comply with Air Force standards and/or the airman’s ability (or lack of) to meet required training and duty performance levels.  

The applicant does not suggest there is an error or injustice in reference to his RE code, but is asking for a change of RE code to allow him to reenter active duty.

A complete copy of the AFPC/DP2SSM 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 10 Oct 17 for review and comment within 30 days (Exhibit D).  As of this date, no response has been received by this office.

The applicant’s complete response, with attachments, is at Exhibit E.

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 or injustice.  Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis to recommend granting the requested relief.

4.  The applicant’s case is adequately documented and it has not been shown that a personal appearance with or without counsel will materially add to our understanding of the issues involved.  Therefore, the request for a hearing is not favorably considered.

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-2016-02851 in Executive Session on 20 Feb 18 under the provisions of AFI 36-2603, Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records:

The following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2016-02851 was considered:

	Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, 13 Jul 16.
	Exhibit B.  Excerpts from Personnel Records.
	Exhibit C.  Advisory, AFPC/DP2SSM, 14 Sep 17.
	Exhibit D.  Letter, AFBCMR, 10 Oct 17.

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 regarding AFBCMR Docket BC-2016-02851, and that the foregoing is a true and complete record of the Board's proceedings in the above entitled matter.