Dubbed Warthog or just Hog the Fairchild Republic A10 Thunderbolt II is the worlds undisputed close airsupport attack jet. As tough as it is ugly it has built a fearsome reputation as a tank buster and infantry killer in conflicts around the globe and its GAU8 Avenger 30mm cannon strikes fear into the hearts of all unlucky enough to be on the wrong side. Steve Davies gets up close and personal to look at the Hogs anatomy engines and firepower as well as presenting compelling firstperson insi