Csar

A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft have served in the Sandy role for combat search-and-rescue (CSAR) operations since the late 1970s. As the U.S. Air Force plans to retire the A-10 by fiscal year 2029, questions arise regarding its replacement. Recent operations, including a 2026 mission recovering two F-15E airmen from Iran, underscore the urgency of this transition.