Often hailed as the ultimate tank-busting aircraft, the A-10 Thunderbolt II—known as the Warthog—has earned a devoted following. But when examined beyond headlines and hero reels, the aircraft’s ...

The A-10 Thunderbolt II, nicknamed "Warthog," was built for close air support ... it is most famous for its forward 30 mm GAU-8/A Avenger rotary cannon that can fire at a rate of just under ...