Mission-capability rates for Air Force fleets at ‘lowest levels’ in over two decades

The U.S. Air Force fleet experienced significant challenges in passing evaluations for mission readiness in 2024. Mission-capable rates for USAF fleets were at their lowest in over two decades.

In 2024, all USAF fleets scored 67.15% in evaluations for determining the average mission-capable rate, according to Air & Space Forces Magazine. This was a drop from a score of 71.24% in 2022. The most recent mission-capable rates were the lowest compared to previous evaluation periods, specifically 2012-2024 and 2004-2006. The results revealed possible problems for the military branch.