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QUILL: usaf_memo
letterhead_title: DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE
letterhead_caption: YOUR SQUADRON HERE
memo_for:
  - (Issuer's) Rank FIRST M. LAST
memo_from:
  - (Subject's) ORG/SYMBOL
subject: Response to Letter of Reprimand
signature_block:
  - (Subject's) FIRST M. LAST, Rank, USAF
tag_line: Aim High # Optional tagline

# Based on https://www.scott.af.mil/Portals/28/documents/adc/AFD-151027-033.pdf?ver=2016-05-19-134503-133
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This statement concerns the letter of counseling I received on _date of LOC in YYYY Month DD format_ for being late to formation. I respectfully request that you consider the following information.

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ALLEGATIONS
  If you didn't commit the offense: explain discrepancies, clarify incorrect statements, state what happened in your own words, explain if actions were misinterpreted or authorized.
  If you committed the offense: admit it, apologize, briefly explain circumstances without making excuses, accept responsibility, stress no intention to repeat.
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I take full responsibility for being late and sincerely apologize. I experienced a vehicle issue that morning, but I recognize I should have planned for such contingencies. I have since adjusted my departure time and established a vehicle maintenance schedule to ensure this does not happen again.

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BACKGROUND
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I respectfully request that you consider my overall record of service. I am a Cyber Transport technician with four years of service. I completed technical training with honors and have consistently supported mission-critical operations. During my time in this unit, I have earned the following recognition:
- Airman of the Quarter, September 2024
- Air Force Achievement Medal, December 2024

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  Apologize in your own words.
  Request LOR not be filed based on evidence/character/performance. 
  Reassure commitment to positive change and thank them.
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I sincerely apologize for this incident. Based on my record of performance and the character references submitted, I respectfully request that you do not file this letter of counseling in my personnel information file. Regardless of your decision, I am committed to maintaining the standards of conduct expected of me and will continue to serve with professionalism and dedication. Thank you for taking the time to review this response.