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The Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II is a single-seat, twin - turbofan, straight-wing, subsonic attack aircraft developed by Fairchild Republic for the United States Air Force (USAF). In service since 1977, it is named after the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, but is commonly referred to as the "Warthog" or simply "Hog". [3]
10 Αυγ 2022 · The Warthog, Hawgs, Thunderbolt II -- whatever you call it, it's the Air Force's flying tank. It's both beloved by ground forces and often resented by the Air Force brass. Read on to find out...
11 Ιαν 2024 · The A-10 Warthog was officially “blooded” during Operation Desert Storm in 1991, destroying more than 900 Iraqi tanks, 2,000 other military vehicles and 1,200 artillery pieces.
The A-10 Thunderbolt II has excellent maneuverability at low air speeds and altitude, and is a highly accurate and survivable weapons-delivery platform. The aircraft can loiter near battle...
A-10 Thunderbolt II Specifications. Primary Function: A-10 — close air support, OA-10 - airborne forward air control. Contractor: Fairchild Republic Co. (FRC acquired in 1987, now part of Northrop Grumman ISER) Power Plant: Two General Electric TF34-GE-1 00 turbofans. Thrust: 9,065 pounds each engine.
1 Μαΐ 2024 · Dubbed the "tank killer," the GAU-8 can penetrate armored vehicles with ease, making the A-10C a formidable adversary on the battlefield. With a rate of fire of up to 3,900 rounds per minute, the GAU-8 is capable of decimating enemy ground forces with remarkable precision.
21 Απρ 2020 · The A-10 will only be restricted to combat against enemies with little or no air defenses, ending the jet’s career as a tank killer. The U.S. Air Force has decided to keep the A-10 “Warthog”...
