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 …

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 …

The A-10 Thunderbolt II has excellent maneuverability at low air speeds and altitude, and is a highly accurate and survivable weapons-delivery platform. The aircraft can loiter near battle …

Payload: 16,000 pounds (7,257 kilograms) Speed: 420 miles per hour (Mach 0.56) Range: 800 miles (695 nautical miles) Ceiling: 45,000 feet (13,636 meters)

It combines a heavy, diverse weapons load with low-level maneuverability, a large combat radius, and long loiter time. The A-10 is capable of carrying up to 16,000 lb of ordnance in addition to …

Jul 27, 2018 · The Air Force requirements documents emphasized payload, low altitude flying capability, range and loiter capability, low speed maneuverability and weapons delivery …

Nov 15, 2017 · The A-10 Thunderbolt II is a single-seat, twin turbofan-powered aircraft designed specifically for close air support and ground attack missions against armored vehicles. The …

Specifically designed for close air support, the airplane's combination of large and varied ordnance load, long loiter time, accurate weapons delivery, austere field capability, and …

Jul 17, 2009 · Payload: 16,000 pounds (7,257 kilograms) Speed: 420 miles per hour (Mach 0.56) Range: 800 miles (695 nautical miles) Ceiling: 45,000 feet (13,636 meters)

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 …