A-10 Thunderbolt Image Gallery
The A-10 is a close support aircraft, specialized in anti-tank warfare. It is a true master of the battlefield, the large low-set wings allow excellent low-speed maneuverability, while titanium armor shields the cockpit and ammunition case from ground fire.
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An A-10 Thunderbolt II from Nellis Air Force Base Nev., launches AGM-65 Maverick missiles at a simulated hostile target during the fire power demonstration Sept. 14 at the Nevada Test and Training Range. The demonstration gave the general public a close-up and realistic view into the Air Force's ability to perform its wartime mission. U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Kenny Kennemer
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8/23/2007 - "Behind me is a warbird, and she is ready for war," announced Gen. Ronald E. Keys, commander of Air Combat Command, at the A-10C Initial Operational Capability ceremony at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Aug. 21. The A-10C recently received the most significant modifications in its 30-year history, making it a more capable and survivable attack fighter. The aircraft received numerous enhancements including the full integration of sensors, data link and a targeting pod, allowing the A-10C to identify and strike targets from higher altitudes and greater distances without sacrificing accuracy. U.S. Air Force photo/SSgt Austin Knox
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Col. Bruce McClintock performs a pre-flight inspection of his A-10 Thunderbolt II at Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan, prior to a mission. Col. McClintock, the 455th Air Expeditionary Wing vice commander, is deployed from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz. U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Craig Seals
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A newly modified A-10C Thunderbolt II taxis in during the roll-out ceremony Nov. 29 at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz. The A-10 has been modified with precision engagement technology to create the new and improved A-10C. The enhancements include full integration of sensors, multi-functional color displays and a new hands-on-throttle-and-stick interface. U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Alesia Goosic
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Two A-10 Thunderbolt IIs from the 438th Air Expeditionary Group at Al Asad Air Base, Iraq, taxi out for a mission to provide close-air support for coalition forces in the region. The A-10 has excellent maneuverability at low air speeds and altitude, and is a highly accurate weapons-delivery platform. U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Ken Hall
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Two A-10 Thunderbolt IIs and three F-16 Fighting Falcons fly in formation May 29 over the Pacific Alaska Range Complex in Alaska.
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An A-10 Thunderbolt II prepares for a strafing run May 29 on the Pacific Alaska Range Complex in Alaska. The A-10 is assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The 355th FS is tasked to provide mission ready A-10s as well as search and rescue capability in Alaska and deployed sites worldwide. U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jonathan Snyder
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An A-10 Thunderbolt II pilot fires the aircraft's 30mm Gatling gun May 29 during an exercise over the Pacific Alaska Range Complex in Alaska. The seven-barrel weapon can fire 3,900 rounds a minute. The fighter is assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jonathan Snyder
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Maintenance crews on the A-10 Thunderbolt II end their 12-hour duty day April 25 at the Al Asad Air Base, Iraq. The 438th Air Expeditionary Group A-10s perform 10 sorties daily providing top cover for ground forces in Iraq, with 900 sorties in this last four months. U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Cecilio M. Ricardo Jr.
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- Reserve pilots utilize A-10s for training
- Korea, U.S. join forces for Exercise Max Thunder
- 3-D imaging to help A-10 integrate latest weapons
- New wings to secure A-10 longevity
- Modification allows pilots to share video with ground forces
- A-10 makes wheels-up landing at Edwards
- A-10C revolutionizes close air support
- Boeing Awarded $14.9 Million A-10 Wing Modeling Contract
- Maintenance unit completes upgrade of 100th A-10
- Close-air-support exercise tests Atlantic Strike participants
- Upgraded A-10s prove worth in Iraq
- BAE Systems to Upgrade Situational Awareness on A-10A Aircraft
- Air Force Reserve to form A-10 associate units
- Airmen take the fight to the terrorists
- Boeing Awarded $2 Billion A-10 Wing Contract
- A-10s get digital makeover
- A-10s return to Bagram
- A-10 Program Receives $40 Million Contract Modification From USAF
- Upgrades by Hill maintainers enhance A-10
- Boeing to Compete for $1.5 Billion A-10 Wing Contract
