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30 Mar 2026 · © shaydis13

A-10C Thunderbolts at the 2025 EAA Oshkosh Airshow.

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Aircraft

A-10 Thunderbolt II A10

United States Air Force (USAF) standard gray camouflage

Airline

United States Air Force

Manufacturer

Fairchild Republic

Gear

Nikon D800 200-500mm

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Airbus Aficionado, Military Maverick

4 badges earned

Location

Wittman Regional Airport

OSH/KOSH

43.9844, -88.5570

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Wittman Regional Airport OSH

Insights

Aviation History

The A-10 is renowned for its close air support role and survivability, especially during the Gulf War and other conflicts.

Fleet Rarity

Hundreds remain active, but it is unique as the sole USAF dedicated close air support (CAS) jet.

Record Flights

Known for extended close air support missions in combat theaters, not known for long unrefueled range or endurance records.

Safety & Events

Numerous notable survivability incidents; multiple A-10s have returned safely with heavy battle damage.

Future Outlook

Scheduled for gradual retirement/replacement by F-35 and other platforms over the coming decade.

Specifications

General Electric TF34-GE-100 turbofan

Engine

17.53 meters

Wingspan

16.26 meters

Length

1,290 km (combat), 4,150 km (ferry)

Range

555 km/h

Speed

1 (pilot), up to 7,260 kg ordnance

Capacity

22,700 kg

MTOW

4.47 meters

Height

2 x 40.3 kN (9,065 lbf) each

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3, ~97 dB (flyover - measured)

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