JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser.

Includes course access for yourself with your Sporty's account immediately after checkout.

We'll ship you or the recipient of your choice an online activation code for this course. This physical gift packet includes one activation code and directions on redeeming the course.

We can email the recipient of your choice instant online access to the course. This is the easiest way to send someone else the course as a gift.

A-10A Thunderbolt II PlaneTag ®

In stock

SKU

2059

$74.95

In December 2022, the National Defense Authorization Act approved a long-sought-after request by the USAF to begin retiring the A-10 Thunderbolt II, specifically approving the retirement of 21 A-10s in 2023.

Skip to the end of the images gallery

main product photo

Skip to the beginning of the images gallery

In December 2022, the National Defense Authorization Act approved a long-sought-after request by the USAF to begin retiring the A-10 Thunderbolt II, specifically approving the retirement of 21 A-10s in 2023. The A-10 has been in USAF service since 1977. This limited edition PlaneTag was cut from 77-0252, a Fairchild Republic A-10A Thunderbolt II. 77-0252 was constructed as an A-10A and delivered to the USAF in 1978, first serving with the 81st Tactical Fighter Wing at RAF Bentwaters, Suffolk. The 81st Wing remained at Bentwaters for over 40 years, as a key part of NATO’s defense of Western Europe throughout the Cold War years. As they began phasing down their presence during the early 1980s, 77-0252 was transferred to the 176th Tactical Fighter Squadron, then to the 706th Tactical Fighter Squadron. The 706th TFS, the Cajuns, were called to active duty in December 1990 in support of Operation Desert Shield, with the first of its A-10s deploying to Saudi Arabia on January 1, 1991. After retirement, the front fuselage of this A-10 was displayed at the Cradle of Aviation Museum. Due to the variations in the metal and paint the color will vary from item to item. Caution: Not recommended for children under 8 years of age. This product contains chemical-based paint which may cause respiratory irritation if ingested or inhaled in large quantities. Keep out of the mouth.

In December 2022, the National Defense Authorization Act approved a long-sought-after request by the USAF to begin retiring the A-10 Thunderbolt II, specifically approving the retirement of 21 A-10s in 2023. The A-10 has been in USAF service since 1977. This limited edition PlaneTag was cut from 77-0252, a Fairchild Republic A-10A Thunderbolt II. 77-0252 was constructed as an A-10A and delivered to the USAF in 1978, first serving with the 81st Tactical Fighter Wing at RAF Bentwaters, Suffolk. The 81st Wing remained at Bentwaters for over 40 years, as a key part of NATO’s defense of Western Europe throughout the Cold War years. As they began phasing down their presence during the early 1980s, 77-0252 was transferred to the 176th Tactical Fighter Squadron, then to the 706th Tactical Fighter Squadron. The 706th TFS, the Cajuns, were called to active duty in December 1990 in support of Operation Desert Shield, with the first of its A-10s deploying to Saudi Arabia on January 1, 1991. After retirement, the front fuselage of this A-10 was displayed at the Cradle of Aviation Museum. Due to the variations in the metal and paint the color will vary from item to item. Caution: Not recommended for children under 8 years of age. This product contains chemical-based paint which may cause respiratory irritation if ingested or inhaled in large quantities. Keep out of the mouth.

Reviews

Questions & Answers