Academy Models 12348 A-10C 75th FS Flying Tigers 1:48

The Fairchild A-10C Thunderbolt II, nicknamed the "Warthog," is a specialized close air support aircraft operated by the United States Air Force. The 75th Fighter Squadron, also known as the "Flying Tigers," is a distinguished unit that has flown the A-10C Thunderbolt II. The A-10C Thunderbolt II is a twin-engine, single-seat aircraft designed for the primary purpose of providing close air support to ground forces. It has a rugged and heavily armored structure, capable of withstanding significant damage while maintaining flight capabilities. The aircraft's design features a distinctive shape with a wide fuselage and large straight wings, enabling it to carry a substantial weapons payload. Equipped with a powerful 30mm GAU-8/A Avenger Gatling gun, the A-10C Thunderbolt II can deliver devastating firepower against ground targets, including armored vehicles and fortifications. It also carries a wide range of other munitions, such as air-to-ground missiles, guided bombs, and rockets,