A-10 Warthog
vehicleA-10 Warthog is a close air support aircraft known for its GAU-8 Avenger 30mm gun.
The A-10 Warthog, officially known as the A-10 Thunderbolt II, is a close air support aircraft used extensively by the U.S. Air Force. It features a powerful GAU-8 Avenger 30mm gatling gun and has been upgraded to carry laser-guided rockets and Small Diameter Bombs (SDBs). The aircraft is renowned for its durability and effectiveness in ground attack roles, earning nicknames like 'flying tank' and 'tankbuster'.
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US Air Force extends A-10 Warthog through 2030
United States Air Force Secretary Troy E. Meink announced the extension of the A-10 Warthog service through 2030, reversing its retirement timeline originally set for 2029. This decision aims to preserve combat power amid increased A-10 involvement in Operation Epic Fury in Iran, including close air support operations and a recent search and rescue mission for downed F-15E airmen.