A-10 Thunderbolt photos (48 in total)
An A-10 Thunderbolt II fires flares
An A-10 Thunderbolt II fires flares as part of a combat search and rescue scenario Oct. 7 during Airpower Day at Osan Air Base, South Korea. Air shows improve base morale and friendships with local citizens.U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Chad Str
Source: US Navy
An A-10 Thunderbolt II launches AGM-65 Maverick missiles
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
Source: US Air Force
A-10C Thunderbolt: Digital Warthog
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
Source: US Air Force
Pre-flight inspection of an A-10 Thunderbolt II
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
Source: US Air Force
A-10s get digital makeover
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
Source: US Air Force
Two A-10 Thunderbolt IIs at Al Asad Air Base, Iraq
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
Source: US Air Force
A-10 Thunderbolt - Air to ground power
Two A-10 Thunderbolt IIs and three F-16 Fighting Falcons fly in formation May 29 over the Pacific Alaska Range Complex in Alaska.Source: US Air Force
A-10 Thunderbolt - Air to ground power (2)
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
Source: US Air Force
A-10 Thunderbolt - Air to ground power (3)
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
Source: US Air Force
An A-10 Thunderbolt being refueled
Source: US Air Force
