New AF PT standards observed Published Dec. 2, 2009 Minot Air Force Base Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. -- Effective January 1, 2010, the new PT program will require Airmen to be tested twice a year. During the first half of the year, two scores will be provided, new and old standards, in an effort to help Airmen gauge performance requirements. To pass, Airmen must achieve a minimum passing score in each component, and receive a total score of at least 75 points. For further information on the new PT program, click here.