
US Air Force Extends A-10 Warthog Use Until 2030
The U.S. Air Force has announced its decision to extend the operational life of the A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft, commonly known as the "Warthog," until 2030.
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The U.S. Air Force has announced its decision to extend the operational life of the A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft, commonly known as the "Warthog," until 2030.

A US Air Force task force, including A-10 Warthogs, conducted a high-risk rescue operation for a downed F-15E pilot in Iran, engaging in close-in gunfights.
An article discusses the substantial expense associated with a single A-10 Warthog aircraft, highlighting that its cost is not the only significant concern.
The A-10 Warthog aircraft is undergoing tests with an aerial refueling probe bolted onto its nose, potentially enhancing its operational capabilities.

LEGENDARNI jurišni zrakoplov A-10 Warthog, kojeg su američke zračne snage htjele umiroviti, preuzima ključnu ulogu u sukobu s Iranom, loveći brze jurišne brodove u Hormuškom tjesnacu.

Και δεύτερο μαχητικό αεροσκάφος συνετρίβη σήμερα στον Περσικό Κόλπο, γράφει η εφημερίδα New York Times, επικαλούμενη δύο Αμερικανούς αξιωματούχους. BREAKING: US A-10 Warthog crashes… NYT: Άλλο ένα…

Israel has launched a new wave of attacks on Iran, including fresh strikes on Tehran, as the US-Israel vs Iran conflict intensifies, impacting Gulf nations and global energy markets, with Netanyahu claiming victory.
The US Air Force has decided to extend the service life of its A-10 Warthog attack aircraft until at least 2030, citing its continued effectiveness in operations, including those in the Middle East.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth drew a comparison between the rescue of a downed American airman in Iran and the story of Jesus's resurrection.

French and Japanese-owned ships have reportedly made their first crossings through the Strait of Hormuz since the conflict began. This marks a significant development for international shipping in the critical waterway.

A US F-15E fighter jet was shot down by Iranian forces, marking the first such loss in the conflict. One pilot has been rescued, while a search operation for the second crew member is underway, with Iran also offering a reward for their capture.
Drugi samolot amerykańskich sił powietrznych, szturmowy A-10 Warthog rozbił się w piątek w Zatoce Perskiej - podał "New York Times", powołując się na dwa źródła w amerykańskich władzach.
A-10 Warthog aircraft have been observed performing unusually long strafing runs in Iraq, raising questions about the nature of their current operations in the region.
The US Air Force has announced that its A-10 Warthog combat aircraft, a fifty-year-old model, will remain in service until 2030. This decision extends the operational life of the key warplane, which was previously slated for retirement.

Two American fighter jets were reportedly shot down over Iran and the Gulf, with two pilots rescued and a third still missing. Both US and Iranian officials have confirmed the incident.

Iran's military confirmed downing at least one US F-15 fighter jet, with reports of a second incident, intensifying the conflict. President Trump reacted to the downing and concerns over missing pilots, while Iran rejected a US proposal for a 48-hour ceasefire, leading to global reactions and increased tensions.

D’après le New York Times, un A-10 Warthog s’est écrasé dans la région du Golfe à peu près au même moment où un F-15E s’est abîmé au-dessus de l’Iran.

Un avion american de atac A-10 Warthog s-a prăbușit vineri în regiunea Golfului Persic, iar pilotul, singura persoană din aeronavă, a fost salvat, au declarat doi oficiali ai Statelor Unite pentru…

The US Air Force's GAU-8/A Avenger rapid-fire cannon, carried by the A-10 Warthog, is highlighted in the context of its deployment over the Strait of Hormuz.
A top US general confirms that A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft, known as Warthogs, are actively engaging and chasing Iranian fast-attack boats in the Strait of Hormuz.