Theodore clever measures an airmans abdominal circumference during a physical training test dec. Must be 34 40 inches tall when sitting. Each of the military services have their own weight standards. Like other services the air force has weight requirements for joining. Meps is used to ensure that you can meet those demands without causing harm to yourself or to others. Welcome to the united states air force.
The weight requirements are exactly the same for males and females. Air force staff sgt. Ramos 22 may 2020. Welcome to the united states air force. Learn about great opportunities for enlisted airmen officers and health care professionals. Air forcesenior airman franklin r.
Usually the first thing that occurs is a heightweight check. The air force does not offer a weight reduction program. Must be no less than 64 inches short and 77 inches tall when standing. If you exceed the body fat requirements of the specific serving that youre joining your processing stops and youll be returned home. And no more than 231 lbs. If you exceed the weight standards youll undergo a body fat measurement.
Here is a look at the height weight and body fat standards for enlistment in the branches of the us military the marines army air force and navy. Must weight no less than 160 lbs. The military is physically and mentally demanding. The air force uses weightbody fat measurements only for initial entry and a body composition measurement is an integrated component of the air force physical fitness test. Learn about great opportunities for enlisted airmen officers and health care professionals. Individuals who exceed the maximum weights are measured for a body fat percentage.
Each branch has certain requirements regarding medical history height and weight and physical requirements. There are also specific height and weight requirements for specific air frames which will be discussed at your pilot training.