U.S. Air Force To Extend Three A-10 Squadrons

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Credit: U.S. Air Force
The U.S. Air Force will keep two Fairchild Republic A-10 squadrons in service until 2030 to “preserve combat power” until newer aircraft can be built and delivered. Air Force Secretary Troy Meink announced the move on April 20, saying the attack jets are needed in the fleet until the defense...
Brian Everstine

Brian Everstine is the Pentagon Editor for Aviation Week, based in Washington, D.C.

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