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Fairchild A-10A Thunderbolt II 82-0654 (SP) of the 52nd FW/510th FS United States Air Force, at the 1993 Royal International Air Tattoo - RAF Fairford 21 to 27 July 1993. Date: 1993
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1993 52nd A 10a Butt Fairchild Fairford Peter Tattoo Thunderbolt
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1993: A-10 Thunderbolt II of the 52nd Fighter Wing's 510th Fighter Squadron, serial number 82-0654 (SP), takes center stage at the 1993 Royal International Air Tattoo held at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, England. The A-10 Thunderbolt II, also known as the "Warthog," is a single-seat, twin-engine, close air support aircraft developed by Fairchild Aircraft for the United States Air Force (USAF). This particular A-10, adorned with the distinctive markings of the 52nd Fighter Wing, was a part of the USAF's European-based contingent that participated in the annual airshow. The Royal International Air Tattoo is one of the largest military airshows in the world, attracting aviation enthusiasts and military personnel from around the globe. The A-10 Thunderbolt II was designed specifically for the tactical support of ground forces. Its unique configuration, including its large 30mm cannon and ability to carry a variety of munitions, makes it an invaluable asset on the battlefield. During the Gulf War in 1991, the A-10 proved its worth with its ability to fly low and slow, providing close air support to ground troops with pinpoint accuracy. As the A-10 taxied onto the runway at RAF Fairford for its display, the crowd was treated to a breathtaking demonstration of the aircraft's capabilities. The roar of its twin engines and the sight of its distinctive silhouette against the English sky were a sight to behold. The A-10's participation in the 1993 Royal International Air Tattoo was a testament to its enduring legacy as a formidable military aircraft. This photograph, taken on July 21-27, 1993, captures the A-10 Thunderbolt II in all its glory, a symbol of the USAF's commitment to providing airpower projection and support to its allies around the world.
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