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 ...

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 ...

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 KC-10 had the ability to fly at speeds of 619 mph (996 kph) and at a maximum altitude of 42,000 feet (12,727 meters). It could reach places located 4,400 miles (7,000 km) from its departure ...

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 KC-10 entered service in 1981 to become the largest tanker in the USAF fleet, capable of carrying more than 356,000 lb (161,479 kg) of fuel (of which it could transfer up to 200,000 lb) or ...

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 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.

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 ...