A10 Thunderbolt II: From the Cockpit in Afghanistan

Strap yourself in for some high octane action from the cockpit of the Fairchild Republic A10 Thunderbolt II. The A10 or Warthog is the unsung hero of the USAF that has had to prove itself time and time again. With many critics over the years it has often been referred to as a private jet with a 30mm cannon. The same 30mm GAU-8 Avenger cannon that is still the heaviest rotary cannon ever mounted on an aircraft and packs a formidable punch.

The Gulf war was the turning point for the A10 when it was realized what a formidable weapons platform it truly was, and the only fixed wing aircraft dedicated to the Combat Air Support role. Follow the story of a Hog pilot and his ride, as he battles the harsh Afghanistan climate in order to protect allied forces on the ground. Climb aboard an A1OC and immerse yourself in this fast paced story - which blends action in the air with action on the ground as the 'Hog' acts as a guardian angel to beleaguered allied forces fighting hard in the 'Stan'.