The A-10 still serves the Air Force today after more than five decades in service. The A-10 Thunderbolt II may be well into its fifth decade of service with the U.S. Air Force, but the legendary ...

Better known as the "Warthog", the A-10 Thunderbolt II stands out instantly for one major design choice — the two giant engines mounted on the back of the aircraft. When we compare it to the modern ...

Key Points and Summary - The A-10 Thunderbolt II, known as the "A-10 Warthog," earned its legendary reputation for toughness through its unique design and combat-proven resilience. -The pilot is ...

The Idaho Air National Guard’s 124th Fighter Wing officially began the divestment of its A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft, with the first jet departing Boise’s Gowen Field on Tuesday. The Warthog aircraft ...

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The A-10 is a single-seat aircraft designed to perform close air support for troops on the ground. Although it is affectionately known by many as the A-10 Warthog, its official name, as of its debut ...

CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea — Just beyond Yoon Gate rests an A-10C Thunderbolt II, positioned on a concrete pad at the traffic circle where Pacific Victors Avenue meets Martin Street. The aircraft’s ...

Supporters of the A-10 have argued that no other aircraft, notably the F-35 Lightning II, can fill the Thunderbolt II’s role. It is the season of miracles, and there seems to be guardian angels ...

You've probably heard that everyone's favorite combat jet, the A-10 Thunderbolt II, is due to be retired any day now. Most estimates peg the date as sometime in early to mid-2026, so time is running ...