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] .

The A-10C Thunderbolt II is the first Air Force aircraft specially designed for close air support of ground forces. They are simple, effective and survivable twin-engine jet aircraft that can be used against light maritime attack aircraft and all ground targets, including tanks and …

11 小时之前 · The Warthog, is a simple and tough twin-engine jet that was built around the enormous cannon mounted in its nose.

Developed during the Cold War to tear through Soviet tanks trying to make their way through the Fulda Gap between East and West Germany, the A-10 was a vital component of the AirLand Battle...

Jet aircraft built for the Air Force for air support of troops, attacking armored vehicles, and providing quick-action against enemy ground forces.

Power Plant: Two General Electric TF34-GE-100 turbofans. Speed: 450 kts (Mach 0.75) Range: 2580 miles. Affectionately called the “A-10 Warthog” for its aggressive look and often painted …

The A-10 Thunderbolt II is a single-seat, twin turbofan engine, straight-wing jet aircraft. Commonly referred to by its nicknames "Warthog" or "Hog", its official name comes from the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, a World War II fighter that was effective at attacking ground targets.

The A-10 and OA-10 Thunderbolt IIs are the first Air Force aircraft specially designed for close air support of ground forces. They are simple, effective and survivable twin-engine jet aircraft that can be used against all ground targets, including tanks and other armored vehicles.

2023年12月27日 · The A-10 Warthog Thunderbolt II: delve into the iconic features that make this ground-attack aircraft a symbol of power and resilience for over 50 years.

2014年9月3日 · It was called Desert Storm and thankfully not World War III, but overnight the ugly stepchild became the most vicious and powerful armor-killer ever to fly. The A-10A Thunderbolt II, the Warthog, came out of “almost” retirement in 1990 to become the tank hunter it was designed to be during operation Desert Storm. (U.S. Air Force)