Air Force PT Calculator 2026: PFRA Score and Pass/Fail

“Members achieve a composite score from 0 to 100 based on the following maximum component scores with component minimums: 50 points for Cardiorespiratory, 20 points for Body Composition (does not have a minimum requirement), 15 points for Muscular Strength, and 15 points for Core Endurance.”

“The categories of PFRA scores when assessing all components are: Excellent (≥ 90), Satisfactory (75 - 89.9) and Unsatisfactory (≤ 74.9 and/or any component minimum not met). (T-1)”

“[…] Members taking the PFRA must achieve a minimum score in each of the physical components excluding body composition and an overall composite score of ≥ 75 to remain physically ready. (T-1) The Air Force body composition assessment and standards are agnostic, while the remaining components are based on age and sex.”

“Completing the minimum exercise repetition/duration in all fitness assessment component modalities does not generate enough points to earn a composite score of 75 or greater. Repetition/durations below the required minimum receive a component score of zero.”

“Body Composition will be assessed using WHtR measurements. (T-1) WHtR is an age agnostic assessment and is calculated by dividing Waist Circumference Measurement (WCM) by height. WHtR results are truncated (not rounded) to the first two decimal points. Example: If a member's height is 72 inches, and their waist is 39.5 inches. The formula would be 39.5/72= 0.5486. The members' truncated ratio would be 0.54.”

“Member's height measurement will be recorded to the nearest ½ inch. (T-1).”

“The WCM is taken at the midpoint between the member's lowest rib and the top of their hip bone (iliac crest). The measurement will be taken three times and will be rounded down to the nearest 1/2 inch. (T-1) If any of the measurements differ by more than one inch, an additional measurement must be taken. (T-1) The three closest measurements will be added together, divided by three, and rounded down to the nearest half inch. (T-1)”

“A secondary BFA must be accomplished for members identified with a WHtR ≥ .55 and not meeting PFRA standards using an InBody Bio-Impedance (BIA) scale.”

“If an Airman's body composition component is high risk (WHtR ≥ .55) and does not meet standards on the composite PFRA, a Tier 2 BFA must be accomplished.”

“Members that are identified with a WHtR ≥ .55 and not meeting standards on the composite PFRA must complete a Tier 2 BFA.”

“BFA is a pass/fail assessment. If the member meets standards, the body composition assessment will be scored as an exempt component. If the member does not meet BFA standards, the member will receive an unsatisfactory score on the PFRA.”

“Male Standard: ≤ 26%. Female Standard: ≤ 36%.”

“Cardiorespiratory fitness is measured with 2.0 mile run or 20-meter HAMR on a certified track or course which has been established in accordance with paragraph 3.13. (T-1) The 2-kilometer walk is only authorized if medically indicated on a AF Form 469. (T-1)”

“Members assessed on the 2-kilometer walk are considered component exempt and will fall under frequency standards in accordance with paragraph 3.10. (T-1)”

“The 2-kilometer walk is a pass or fail assessment for members that are medically prohibited from assessing the 2.0mi run or 20m HAMR. No points are awarded for successful completion, nor can this assessment apply to the Excellent PFRA score. If a member passes the assessment, the member will have a composite score calculated based on the assessed components in the same way the score will be calculated if the member were exempt from the cardiorespiratory component in accordance with paragraph 3.6.2. (T-1) Note: Members that assess on the 2 kilometer walk will not be placed in PRFA Hold.”

“Excellent (≥ 90) (Ready). All members scoring Excellent without any component exemptions will be due again in 6 months. (ARC test once every 12 months.) (T-1) Note: Members who meet the 2 kilometer walk standard in Table 3.1, are not eligible for this category.”

“Satisfactory (75-89.9) (Ready). All members scoring Satisfactory without any component exemptions will be due again in 6 months (ARC test once every 12 months) (T-1) Note: Members who meet the 2 kilometer walk standard in Table 3.1, are eligible for this category.”

“When performed at elevation levels ≥ 5,250 feet, refer to the altitude adjustment chart at Attachment 3.”

“AFSPECWAR and EOD PFRA Charts”

“Guidelines for USSF physical fitness requirements can be found in SPFMAN 36-2905.”

“Muscular Strength is measured with a one-minute timed push-up or two-minute hand release push-ups.”

“Core Endurance is measured with a one-minute timed sit-up, two-minute cross leg reverse crunch or timed forearm plank.”

“Cardiovascular: 2-mile run or 20-meter HAMR.”

“Changes include Integration of Waist-to-Height Ratio (WHtR) for body composition scoring (20 points), replacing the 1.5-mile run with a 2.0-mile run or 20-meter High Aerobic Multi-shuttle Run (HAMR), and adjusting component point distribution (15 points each for muscular strength and core endurance, 50 points for cardiorespiratory).”