The US Air Force (Air Force) of the United States wrote an outdated A-10 Thunderbolt II attack plane instead of sending them to Kyiv due to the ability of the Russian air defense system (air defense). Refuse to provide these aircraft to Ukraine Explain In announcing national interests (TNI).
The US Air Force since 2023 is in the A-10 phase in addition to its operation. The last aircraft was planned to be sent to store in 2028, however, the budget requirements of the air for the fiscal year in 2026 showed new terms. The military wants another 18 months in the writing process.
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It should be noted that the proposals sent A-10 to Ukraine have received instead of debit.
They are easier to manage than the F-16 Fighting Falcon and they will easily control the runways that are not prepared. However, with the complex Russian air defense system, the participation of aircraft in this conflict could lead to significant risks for their ability to survive and publish.
In March 2024, Tni Observer said that A-10 aircraft is not compatible with modern conflicts with development rivals. Thunderbolt II, adopted in 1976, was designed to defeat tanks, armored vehicles and other ground goals.