The 357th Fighter Squadron is saying goodbye to the “last of the dragons” as the A-10 Warthog winds down its time in service. By Nicholas Slayton Published Dec 15, 2025 9:10 AM EST The Air Force is ...

The FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) imposes new congressional restrictions on the Air Force's planned retirements of several aircraft fleets. The legislation sets minimum inventory ...

The legendary A-10 Warthog has been granted retirement in 2026 for several reasons, including the changing landscape of modern combat and military budget limitations. Due to the aircraft's effective ...

The A-10’s handling is forgiving and predictable. Designers outfitted the aircraft with a large wing and relatively low wing loading, resulting in high lift at modest speeds and a low stall ...

An A-10C was spotted with two Shahed-type UAS shapes painted on the nose while returning to its home base. An A-10C Thunderbolt II of the U.S. Air Force was spotted with two interesting kill markings ...

The A-10 Thunderbolt II, known around the world as the "Warthog," was first introduced in 1976. After nearly half a century in service, the U.S. Air Force is planning to retire the legendary attack ...

You've probably heard that everyone's favorite combat jet, the A-10 Thunderbolt II, is due to be retired any day now. Most estimates peg the date as sometime in early to mid-2026, so time is running ...

A storied chapter of Maryland’s Air National Guard came to a close on Sept. 23 in Middle River as the last A-10 Warthogs left the state. Gov. Wes Moore (D) and other local officials today joined the ...

CEREMONY. YES, THEY CELEBRATED THE LEGACY OF THE 1/75 WING WITH MIXED EMOTIONS. THEY INCLUDED ANGER, FRUSTRATION, BUT ALSO WITH A LOT OF PRIDE. THESE ARE THE FLAGSHIP AIRCRAFT OF THE 1/75 WING AND THE ...

The A-10 Thunderbolt II, popularly known as the "Warthog," is more than just an attack aircraft: it's already an aviation legend. A Maryland ANG A-10C, AF78-705 (78-0705), at Martin State Airport on ...

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