The decision comes as A-10s have seen increased involvement during Operation Epic Fury in Iran.

How the Warthog remains invaluable on the battlefield.

The Air Force planned to retire the A-10 this year, but extended its life as it continues to fly in the Middle East.

The aging attack plane has come close to retirement, but congressional and now military intervention has repeatedly thrown it a lifeline.

The A-10 Warthog's retirement is being put on hold after the platform has seen increased action during the Iran war. (Air Force) Editor’s note: This story was updated April 21, 2026, with additional ...

America’s unsightly but effective A-10 Warthog jet is being deployed in the Persian Gulf, decades after the service wanted to ...

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WASHINGTON, April 20 (Reuters) - The U.S. Air Force secretary extended the life of the A-10 "Warthog" attack plane until 2030, sparing the aging but beloved ‌close air support aircraft that has played ...

The A-10 Warthog's retirement is being put on hold after the platform has seen increased action during the Iran war. (Air Force) The United States Air Force is going to keep the A-10 Warthog in ...