What action does the Staff Judge Advocate (SJA) take if an administrative line of duty (LOD) is deemed more appropriate after completing the AF Form 348?

When the Staff Judge Advocate (SJA) determines that an administrative line of duty (LOD) is more appropriate after reviewing the AF Form 348, the correct course of action is to return the form to the military personnel flight (MPF)/DFMPEP. This step is critical as it ensures that the appropriate personnel handling the administrative procedures, benefits, or entitlements related to the line of duty determination can process it correctly.

This action aligns with established protocols, where the MPF is typically responsible for managing personnel records and case files. Returning the AF Form 348 to the MPF allows for proper documentation and further administrative processing necessary for the service member in question. In contrast, forwarding the form to the command or approving the findings does not directly facilitate the necessary administrative actions related to the LOD, and coordinating with the admissions clerk would not be within the SJA's scope in this context. Thus, returning the form to the MPF/DFMPEP is the most logical and appropriate action for the SJA in this situation.