Then again the USAF could also try to justify the A-10s retirement of the A-10 by lauding the "new found" capabilities of light air support platforms like the A-29 and OV-10.

The OV-10 Bronco was a flying and fighting do-all sport utility vehicle. It could loiter for hours, direct fire onto the enemy, pack paratroopers and cargo, or attack with its own weapons. Many ...

USAF. The OV-10 Bronco first flew in 1965, nearly a decade before the A-10, and the warplane has been out of active service since 1995.

The OV-10 was used for decades and flew with three branches of the military, the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy and U.S. Marines, along with several allied militaries.

The USAF is also buying dozens of AT-6s on behalf of the Iraqi air force. ... The OV-10 has been considered for a similar role for several years.

The OV-10 was "instrumental" during 2000's Operation Thunder Bolt, "helping dismantle the MILF’s stronghold." It subsequently participated in the 2001's Basilan mission and the 2006 Sulu ...

The USAF and US Marine Corps acquired 157 OV-10A Broncos between 1966 and 1969 to perform light observation and forward air controller duties in Vietnam, according to a military fact sheet.

Here is another tale that involves a stamp. I’ve written before about the power of a simple postage stamp and the Postal Service. My favorite story about stamps is Willie ...

The OV-10 was “instrumental” during 2000’s Operation Thunder Bolt, “helping dismantle the MILF’s stronghold.” It subsequently participated in the 2001’s Basilan mission and the 2006 ...