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Forward Deployed A-10 Warthogs Bathe Under The Aurora Borealis In Estonia
Forward Deployed A-10 Warthogs Bathe Under The Aurora Borealis In Estonia-August 2024
2024-02-19 EST 22:14:17

A-10s have been rotating through Europe as part of , making stops in Eastern Europe to train with and reassure our NATO allies of our commitment to their defense and to deter potential Russian aggression. took advantage of the A-10s presence at Amari Air Base in Estonia, along with some spectacular atmospheric conditions, to bring us these amazing photos.

Currently there are where they will remain for the coming months. These incredible shots, taken of the 23rd Wing’s ‘Hogs, were taken just two days ago.

With the A-10 providing much of the USAF’s ground attack portion of aircraft rotations through Europe, it is crazy to think Keep in mind, the retirement of the A-10 will mean that well over 250 tactical jets will be cut from the USAF’s inventory without replacement. This is not a good thing considering the USAF is just a shadow of what it was size-wise just a decade ago and is struggling to keep up with world-wide commitments as it is.

The USAF's leadership wants the A-10 Warthog retired seemingly at all costs. Now it appears that…

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