The memo appeared to meet Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's call for a 'combat' fitness test. But officials said it was ...

Airmen will be required to complete two physical fitness tests per year. In at least one, they must complete a 2-mile run.

The Air Force is likely to up its fitness standards, including the addition of a 2-mile run and twice-yearly testing, Air Force officials confirmed to Task & Purpose. “Yes, PT changes are coming,” ...

Air Force basic and technical trainees no longer have any alternative exercises available in the service’s fitness test, as only the three traditional events are now being used in the assessment for ...

The U.S. Air Force is implementing significant changes to the way explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) personnel are tested for fitness. Beginning in August, those in EOD roles will no longer be required ...

Airman 1st Class Syamukonka Moonga was taking part in a PT test on Aug. 4 when he collapsed and died. (Air Force) The Air Force has launched an investigation into the Aug. 4 death of an airman in ...