A-10 Warthog repurposed to engage small boats in Iran amid fleet retention The U.S. Air Force's A-10 Warthog has taken on a new maritime role, targeting Iranian boats and coastal threats, extending the aircraft's operational relevance despite ongoing attempts to retire it. The Air Force had planned to phase out the A-10 due to its age and vulnerability in modern air combat, but Congress has blocked reductions, requiring the fleet to remain above 103 aircraft in Fiscal Year 2026. During recent operations, A-10s have been active in the southern flank of the conflict with Iran, focusing on naval targets such as fast attack craft, mine storage facilities, and ammunition depots in the Strait of Hormuz. The aircraft's long loiter time and precision targeting capability make it valuable in these maritime missions. Meanwhile, the conflict has escalated tensions, with President Donald Trump threatening Iran's civilian infrastructure over the Strait of Hormuz blockade, though a temporary ceasefire was negotiated. The A-10, originally designed for tank-killing missions during the Cold War, now plays a critical role in modern U.S. military strategy against small, fast-moving naval threats. Its continued use highlights debates over retirement plans and the aircraft's adaptability to new combat roles.

A-10 Warthog repurposed to engage small boats in Iran amid fleet retention

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An A-10 Warthog attack plane crashed near the Strait of Hormuz at the same time an F-15 was reported shot down over Iran, according to reports from The New York Times and Press TV. #F15 #Iran #A10Warthog

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A-10 Warthog Proves Worth in Strait of Hormuz A-10 sorties in late Mar 2026 reportedly neutralized fast-attack boats and Shahed-style drones; the Strait carries ~20% of seaborne oil, raising near-term energy and insurance risk.

A-10 Warthog Proves Worth in Strait of Hormuz: A-10 sorties in late Mar 2026 reportedly neutralized fast-attack boats and Shahed-style drones; the Strait carries ~20% of seaborne oil, raising near-term… 👈 Read full analysis #A10Warthog #StraitOfHormuz #MilitaryNews #DefenseTechnology #EnergyRisks

A-10 Warthog Targets Iranian Boats in Strait of Hormuz A-10 Warthogs are actively hunting IRGC fast-attack boats in the Strait of Hormuz during Operation Epic Fury. Get the latest on this major military escalation.

A-10 Warthog Targets Iranian Boats in Strait of Hormuz
A-10 Warthogs are actively hunting IRGC fast-attack boats in the Strait of Hormuz during Operation Epic Fury. Get the latest on this...

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B-2s crack the hardened sites.
F-22s & F-35s own the sky.

The A-10's job in #OperationEpicFury?
Every small boat, roadside launcher, and drone group Iran thought it could hide behind.

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Hot take: the A-10 might be the most valuable aircraft in #OperationEpicFury.
Not because it's fighting Iranian jets — it's not.

Because it's eating the asymmetric threat menu so the stealth fleet doesn't have to.

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Foxxxy checking sizes in Tulsa! 😏
Next to the massive crane lifting the new 257-ft control tower sections at TUL ✈️🗼
Then posing by the beast itself
Ended with the A-10 Warthog at Tulsa Air & Space Museum – BRRRRT! 🐗🔥
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Head-on with the Hog. A-10 Warthog (Thunderbolt II) at the 2022 Wings Over North Georgia Airshow. Nikon Z9 with a Nikkor 500mm f/5.6 PF @ 1/500 sec, f/8, ISO 100. #a10warthog #a10 #warthog #thunderboltii #nikonz9 #z9 #aviationphotography

Four A-10 Warthog jets fly in formation juxtaposed against a Hobby Lobby sign

Day 17: One group was stealing artifacts from Iraq, the other is the US military.

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I have been revisiting collections from previous airshow seasons. Here are some reworked images from the 2022 NAS Pensacola Blue Angels Homecoming Airshow. #naspensacola #blueangels #a10warthog #f35 #fatalbert #nikonphotography

USAF A-10C Thunderbolt news USAF A-10C Thunderbolt news As Flying Tigers A-10s are being deployed for the last time, the Maryland Air National Guard bids farewell to the Thunderbolt. On 23 September 2025, The...

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Low & leathal. A-10 beating up the field on arrival for the Abbotsford Airshow last year. #A10Warthog #lowlevel #aeroplane #aircraft #jet #militaryaircraft @fighterjet.bsky.social @freddyb-aviation.bsky.social @blueskiesaviation.bsky.social @bsky.app @fokkerdude.bsky.social

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A-10 Warthog’s Airborne Salute to KC-135—Unveiling the Drama

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Warthog Wednesday! The Maryland Air National Guard’s 175th Wing performed for the last time at EAA AirVenture. #aviation #photography #planespotting #a10 #a10warthog #usaf #aviationphotography #sleddriver #warthogwednesday #airshow #eaa #airventure #osh25

#OSH25 offered what could have been my last opportunity to see A-10's flying. The Maryland Air National Guard sent 4 Warthogs to AirVenture and gave the crowd a taste of what makes the A-10 an outstanding ground attack aircraft. #a10warthog #warthog #a10 #nikonz8 #z8 #aviationphotography

End of the work day! Was a decent day, other than the fact that my shoulders hurt from lifting.

Anyway, here's more Stormcloud!

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Not kidding about his boobs either! I don't know when Powerglide became a big-titty goth but I'm here for it!

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Brought Transformers Universe Stormcloud, and his giant boobs, to work! Love this repaint of Powerglide!

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How Many A-10 Warthogs Were Built? Despite multiple attempts to retire the aircraft, it remains in service more than 50 years after taking its first flight. The post How Many A-10 Warthogs Were Built? first appeared on VibeWire Magazine.

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How Many A-10 Warthogs Are Left? These aircraft still play a key role in the United States Air Force. The post How Many A-10 Warthogs Are Left? first appeared on VibeWire Magazine.

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