This data is current - the new standards/charts went into effect on 1 July 2010.

The United States Air Force Fitness Test (AFFT) is designed to test the body composition, muscular strength/endurance and cardiovascular respiratory fitness of airmen in the United States Air Force. As part of the Fit to Fight program, the Air Force adopted a more stringent physical fitness assessment; the new fitness program was established on January 1, 2004, and replaces the annual ergo-cycle test that the Air Force had used for several years. Some reports state that participation at fitness centers is up 30 percent since the new program was established. In the AFFT, Airmen are given a score based on performance consisting of four components: waist circumference, situps, pushups, and a 1.5 mile run. Airmen can potentially earn a score of 100; a passing score is anything over 75 points. Members must complete all components unless medically exempted. If medically exempted from any component, the total score is calculated as follows: Total Component Points Achieved X 100 divided by total possible points .

Maximum component points are:

• Aerobic—60
• Body Composition—20
• Push-ups—10
• Crunches—10

Airmen who are medically recommended not to run may be cleared to participate in an alternative aerobic fitness assessment. Choice of the alternative test rests with the unit commander, based upon medical guidance.

Ratings

The ratings for the AFFT are as follows

• Excellent—90 or above
• Satisfactory—75 to 89.9
• Unsatisfactory—below 75

Originally, Airmen who scored below 70 on the AFFT scored Poor, and those who scored between 70 and 74.9 received a Marginal rating, while Airmen who scored above 75 passed. In its current state, a score below 75 is considered Poor, and Airmen are required to retest within 90 days. Scoring 75 or higher is now considered as meeting standards.

See also

Other Fitness Tests in the United States military:

• Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT), a test in the U.S. Army
• Physical Readiness Test
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• United States Marine Corps Physical Fitness Test
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External links

• Excel PT Calculator
• Air Force Fitness Program
• Air Force Instruction 36-2905, Air Force Fitness Program
• Air Force unveils new fitness program, 8/21/2009
• Air Force Fitness Test Calculator