MD Air National Guard A-10 Warthogs

some Warthogs and C-130's at Martin State Airport in Middle River, Maryland.
"The A-10 Thunderbolt II is an American single-seat, twin-engine, straight-wing jet aircraft developed by Fairchild-Republic in the early 1970s. The A-10 was designed for a United States Air Force requirement to provide close air support (CAS) for ground forces by attacking tanks, armored vehicles, and other ground targets with a limited air interdiction capability. It is the first U.S. Air Force aircraft designed exclusively for close air support.[3]

The A-10 was designed around the GAU-8 Avenger, a heavy automatic cannon which forms the aircraft's primary armament. The aircraft's hull incorporates over 1,200 pounds (540 kg) of armor and was designed with survivability as a priority, with protective measures in place which enable the aircraft to continue flying even after taking significant damage.

The A-10's official name comes from the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt of World War II, a fighter that was particularly effective at close air support. The A-10 is more commonly known by its nickname "Warthog" or simply "Hog".[4] As a secondary mission, it provides airborne forward air control, guiding other aircraft against ground targets. A-10s used primarily in this role are designated OA-10.[5] The A-10 is expected to be replaced in 2028 or later."

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[lonestarskywatcher]

Great planes, but why is the building "FOR LEASE BY OWNER"?

[BaltimoreAndOhioRR]

@lonestarskywatcher -thats a different building behind and across the street from the base..

[leboplu2004]

ohhh yes...that sound of the A10...great !!!!!! Good video. Greetings Freek

[fordfreak1967]

very nice, i love seeing the a10s

[actionmantodiworl123]

I just love those beautiful flying crosses.

[911warthog]

good camera work, kudos

[osyris1027]

awesome simply the best, i live in harford county and when im in the whitemarsh area i see these guys all the time. Thanks for sharing your vid!

[luccaopa]

excellent fascinating video.....best quality