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Why the A-10 Warthog Is Truly a Flying Tank
Built for survivability and firepower, the A-10 Thunderbolt II—better known as the Warthog—earned its nickname “Flying Tank” by enduring brutal combat and bringing unmatched close air support.
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A-10 Warthog: The Tank Killer Built for Endurance
Most people associate the A-10 Warthog with its GAU-8 Gatling gun, but its true strength goes beyond firepower. The aircraft was designed for Close Air Support (CAS), providing precise support to ...
Given the Pentagon’s antipathy toward the A-10, its proponents should offer meaningful ways to keep it relevant in the modern era—such as the incorporation of unmanned aerial drones. It’s undoubtedly ...
The A-10 Thunderbolt II, known around the world as the "Warthog," was first introduced in 1976. After nearly half a century in service, the U.S. Air Force is planning to retire the legendary attack ...
The A-10 has a better track record in battle—in terms of saving US warfighters in tough ground combat conditions—since 1991 than any of America’s advanced warplanes have shown. With the news that the ...
With the first Warthog sent to the Boneyard, Idaho ANG enters a new chapter while honoring three decades of A-10 Thunderbolt II heritage. The 124th Fighter Wing of the Idaho Air National Guard has ...
An A-10C was spotted with two Shahed-type UAS shapes painted on the nose while returning to its home base. An A-10C Thunderbolt II of the U.S. Air Force was spotted with two interesting kill markings ...
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