[Smokin' Joe]

The USAF wants to retire A-10’s ASAP.

Why?, if you don't mind my asking. They aren't sexy, but they are impressive in flight, and by accounts a durable and effective weapons platform.

[pfflier]

Many posters have answered the question by now. It's the third time the USAF has tried to axe the Warthog. It just won't (and shouldn't) die.

It is one of the best purpose built CAS designs ever.