A-10s still flying in Iraq and Syria even as ‘Warthog’ units get put out to pasture
A-10s are loved by ground troops for their ability to fly “danger close” missions against enemy forces, but the aircraft will ...
Where Are The US Air Force's A-10 Warthogs Based?
A-10s are currently permanently stationed in around 11 airbases in the US and abroad, although this number is dropping.
How Many A-10 Warthogs Are Still In Service?
The A-10 Warthog, officially known as the A-10 Thunderbolt II, is the most well-known close air support aircraft operated by ...
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A-10 Warthog: Nuclear Bomber
Did you know: that the U.S. Air Force (USAF) considered modifying the A-10 Warthog to deliver tactical ... but war planners wondered if they could get a jet that could fly faster and lower and ...
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How an Air Force pilot landed a damaged A-10 Warthog using just 'cranks and cables' after an Iraq War combat mission
Due to the design of the A-10, Major Campbell said she couldn't see the damage to her jet, even with the use of her cockpit mirrors. Her flight lead flew closely beside her and performed an ...
The proposal to turn the A-10 Warthog into a firefighter
In 2014, when the Air Force announced its intention to retire the Warthog, one company saw new life for the aircraft as a firefighter.
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The A-10 Warthog is the Greatest Plane Ever
It’s a stunning move by the Pentagon, because of all the warplanes in its fleet, the A-10 may be the most combat-effective modern warplane ever built by the Americans. Sure, it lacks the panache ...
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The A-10 Warthog will now BRRRT! in surround sound
The beloved A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft is picking up a brand new "three-dimensional" surround-sound audio system too boost Warthog pilots' situational awareness By Jared Keller Posted on ...
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A-10 Warthog
The Fairchild Republic A-10 “Warthog” with its 30 mm rotary cannon has captured the imagination of friendly soldiers and military aviation enthusiasts on the ground for as long as it’s been ...
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How an A-10 Warthog pilot's helmet keeps them alive and on target
The HGU-55/P helmet provides A-10 pilots a central interface for everything ... and then we plug it into the jet itself," King said. "It's a way for the helmet to interface with the jet.
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The Ultimate BRRRT Simulator: Fully Featured A-10 Warthog Cockpit
The Fairchild Republic A-10 “Warthog” with its 30 mm rotary cannon has captured the imagination of friendly soldiers and military aviation enthusiasts on the ground for as long as it’s been ...
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The beloved A-10 Warthog is a sitting duck for the kind of attack that downed a Russian jet in Syria
The downing of a Russian Su-25 on Saturday highlights the dangers facing American A-10s in Syria and Afghanistan. A-10s are at risk from MANPADs and other anti-aircraft systems larger than 23mm.