[2CAVTrooper]

These are not replacing the A-10.

These planes are to augment the A-10 force (such roles as FAC think O-1 Birddog), and be used in smaller engagements where the A10 isn’t economical.

[Shark24]

That is my understanding too. They are to be used as a more lethal version of the SkyTractor’s that are being employed now by some of our allies. I am over here in the ME and have been able to actually look them over. In any event, they are not an A-10.

http://www.airforce-technology.com/projects/air-tractor-at-802u-surveillance-and-light-attack-aircraft/

[satan]

Agree. Airplanes that land on dirt are traditionally Army airplanes.

[paddles]

Thank you. The armchair aviators on this forum are insufferable.