RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2012-05047

		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His 12 Oct 12 Fitness Assessment (FA) be declared void and 
removed from the Air Force Fitness Management System (AFFMS).

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

The fitness monitor incorrectly counted the number of laps he 
completed during the fitness assessment.  He was performing the 
one and half mile run on an indoor track and was required to 
complete 11 and 3/4 laps.  While running what he believed was 
his last lap the evaluator informed him he had another lap to 
complete.  Upon completing the lap he voiced his concerns 
regarding the number of laps he completed.  The evaluator told 
him the count was correct.  The time keeper stated he verified 
the count and it was correct.  He felt he had to sign the 
evaluation certificate due a possible retest in 5 days and an 
upcoming temporary duty assignment.

In support of his request, the applicant provides a copy his Air 
Force Individual Fitness Assessment History.

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

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant is currently serving in the Regular Air Force in 
the grade of technical sergeant (E-6).

In order to receive a satisfactory rating the applicant needed 
to earn an overall composite score of 75 or greater along with 
the minimum value in each of the four components: Aerobic 
Fitness, Body Composition, and Muscular Fitness.  

On 12 Oct 12, the applicant completed the contested FA and 
attained an overall score of 71.50; however, as he completed the 
cardio component of the FA in 13:41, which is above the maximum 
time allowed for his age group of 13:14,  he attained an overall 
unsatisfactory assessment.

The applicant’s last five cardio and FA results are as follows:

Date 
Cardio Results
Composite Score
Rating
18 Oct 12
    12:41
    82.20
Satisfactory 
12 Oct 12
    13:41
    71.50
Unsatisfactory
16 Apr 12
    12:37
    83.10
Satisfactory
19 Oct 11
    11:33
    88.90
Satisfactory
30 Aug 11
    13:38
    71.90
Unsatisfactory

On 6 Dec 12, AFPC/DPSIM requested the applicant provide 
additional documentation to substantiate his claim, specifically 
a signed memorandum from the testing administrators commenting 
on the circumstances of the run portion of the contested FA.

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPSIM recommends denial indicating there is no evidence of 
an error or injustice.  Other than his own assertions, the 
applicant has not provided any documentation to support his 
request.  Absent evidence to substantiate the applicant’s 
request, the validity of his claim cannot be determined.  Also, 
based on applicant's fitness history, the run time for the 
contested FA is within his normal range.  

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

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the 
applicant on 28 May 13, for review and comment within 30 days.  
As of this date, no response has been received by this office.

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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.  Sufficient relevant evidence has been presented to 
demonstrate the existence of error or injustice.  We noted the 
recommendation by the Air Force office of primary 
responsibility.  However, after thoroughly reviewing the 
applicant’s submission and his accounting of the contested 
Fitness Assessment, we find it reasonable to conclude that the 
cardio component of the contested FA was erroneously 
administered.  In this respect, we note the time recorded is 
inconsistent with his performance in past and subsequent FAs, 
which he easily passed.  Therefore, to preclude the possibility 
of an injustice to the applicant, we recommend his 12 Oct 12 
Fitness Assessment score be removed from the AFFMS.

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THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT:

The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air 
Force relating to the APPLICANT be corrected to show that the 
Fitness Assessment, dated 12 October 2012, be declared void and 
removed from the Air Force Fitness Management System (AFFMS) 
database.

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The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket 
Number BC-2012-05047 in Executive Session on 30 Jul 13, under 
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

	, Panel Chair
	, Member
	, Member

All members voted to correct the records as recommended.  The 
following documentary evidence was considered:

	 Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 6 Nov 12, w/atchs.
	 Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
	 Exhibit C.  Letter, AFPC/DPSIM, dated 15 May 13, w/atch.
	 Exhibit D.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 28 May 13.




                                   
                                   Panel Chair