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22 Mar 2026 · © shaydis13

A-10C Thunderbolt at the 2025 Oshkosh Airshow

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AviatorShots81 · 01 May 2026

Fantastic shot!

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Aircraft

A-10 Thunderbolt II A10

USAF low-visibility 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

Iconic ground-attack and close air support aircraft, known for durability and its 30mm GAU-8/A Avenger cannon. Entered USAF service in 1977.

Fleet Rarity

Still in active service, but only about 280 airframes remain with the USAF.

Record Flights

No notable commercial record flights; famous for combat endurance in Gulf War, Afghanistan, Iraq.

Safety & Events

Extensive use in combat theaters, credited with saving numerous ground troops. Several have returned safely after sustaining heavy damage.

Future Outlook

Expected to be replaced by F-35 or other CAS assets from the 2030s; currently still operational.

Specifications

2 × General Electric TF34-GE-100A turbofans

Engine

17.53 m

Wingspan

16.26 m

Length

1,288 km

Range

560 km/h

Speed

1 (pilot only), up to 7,260 kg warload

Capacity

22,700 kg

MTOW

4.42 m

Height

40.32 kN (9,065 lbf) each

Thrust

N/A (military, not ICAO rated)

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