Meet the A-11 ‘Thunderhog’, Successor to the A-10 Warthog

Ground Troops' Best Friend Re-imagined - Doug Ross

For nearly 50 years, the A-10 Warthog has been the best friend of American ground troops. 

Its unmistakable “BRRRRRRRRRRRRT” report and ability to fly low, slow, and take huge punishment has made it a legend — from the Gulf War to the Iran Conflict... 

• As of this writing, the Warthog is scheduled to be maintained until 2030. 

So what’s next? 

• Here are a couple of graphics to level-set and speculate on the future…