The Air Force Is Retiring a-10s, the Jet Built for Close Air Support
The A-10 Warthog is the US military's only aircraft purpose-built for close air support, and the Air Force is getting ready to start retiring them.
Source: businessinsider.com
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The A-10 Warthog is the US military's only aircraft purpose-built for close air support, and the Air Force is getting ready to start retiring them.
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