Summary: The U.S. Air Force is set to begin retiring the A-10 Warthog, sparking debate about whether this decision is premature. Known for its unparalleled close air support capabilities, the A-10 has been a reliable asset for decades.
-Despite the shift in focus to the Indo-Pacific and concerns about the A-10's survivability against modern air defenses, defenders argue that no other aircraft can match its performance in close air support. Developed during the Cold War, the A-10 was designed for a specific mission...