9. First Victory of A-10

The first air-to-air win for the A-10 occurred in the Persian Gulf War in 1991. Using the GAU-8 gun, it brought down a helicopter.

10. A-10 Thunderbolt Monster Truck

There is an A-10 Thunderbolt monster truck used by the Air Force for marketing purposes. It travels around the U.S. and has become a fan favorite at air shows.

11. Can Be Operated Underneath 1,000-Foot Ceilings

The A-10 has received a lot of accolades for its remarkable loiter time and ability to operate under 1,000-foot ceilings with 1.5 mile vision.

12. Special Loading Ammunition Vehicle

The A-10 Thunderbolt may be armed with ammo using a unique vehicle called “The Dragon.”