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I'm still on active duty in the Navy, but I'm being processed for administrative seperation with General discharge with an RE-4 (not for drugs) after an Admin Board. What are my chances of overturning that RE-4? How do I go about doing that while still on active duty, and when I'm finally out, is the process any different? My ultimate goal is to re-enlist, but not in the Navy, but the Air Force.
An RE-4 in the NAVY is Not eligible for re-enlsitment. This doed is recognized by all branches for being the same, sime carry more severity than others. The Air Force at the present time does not take "Prior Service".
If you plan on having this RE code overturned, then now is the time to get that ball rolling. If you wait, then you have to submit to a military change of record that is a lengthy process.
I know that some of the reserve and Natl guard will take an RE4 depending on the situation. This is one of those times that I would start talking about getting the RE code changed. At the same time start talking to the reserves. It may be your only way back to active duty if that is what you choose to do.
I am sorry about the Airforce, that is just their policy for the active sector. That wouldnt stop me from talking to the reserves though. There are several ART or Air reserve tech jobs that can be found that give you the same benifit as an active duty job.
Keep in touch and let me know how things transpire.
HW
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Answers by Expert:
Howard Lorenz
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I have spent the past 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, 3 years was assigned as an Enlisted Accessions Recruiter. I have been deployed various times to several locations. If it is a career in the military you are looking for or thinking about I most likely have the answer. I still have contacts with in the recruiting field and if I don't know the answer then I have folks who do where I can find the answer. I am very blunt and straight forward and will make no attempts to BS you. I will give you the best information that I possible can can. If you think that you cant handle the answer that I give you, then don't ask the question...... If you are planning on joining the military, your number 1 decision factor in making this kind of move is that you need to be more concerned about serving your country than your country serving you!! All the benefits are the best that you can find. Education is at a premium right now and its the most rewarding thing that you can do. If I dont answer right away probably means that I am busy, but have patience, I will get to you.
Experience
Air Force Recruiter for 3 years, Air Force Career 21 Years
Organizations
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Education/Credentials
Community College of the Air Force, International Air Academy, Allied Business Schools, Embry Riddle Aeronautical College, Defense Acquisition University
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