A-10 East performs at Air Power over Hampton Roads

Photos released by Joint Base Langley-Eustis Public Affairs



Maj. Dylan Thorpe, A-10 East Demonstration Team flying officer, showcases the exceptional flying capabilities of an A-10 Thunderbolt II during AirPower over Hampton Roads May 13, 2011. The A-10 has low air-speed maneuverability to loiter near battlefield areas for extended periods of time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Racheal Watson) Hi-res







Maj. Dylan Thorpe, A-10 East Demonstration Team flying officer, performs a tight right turn to demonstrate the maneuverability of an A-10 Thunderbolt II May 13, 2011. Joint Base Langley-Eustis’ Air Power over Hampton Roads open house provides a venue in which the public can see modern and historical military aircraft in action. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Racheal Watson) Hi-res







Maj. Dylan Thorpe, A-10 East Demonstration Team flying officer, performs during the open house with an A-10 Thunderbolt II at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 15, 2011. The AirPower over Hampton Roads open house provides a free venue in which the public can see modern and historical military aircraft and civilian performers in action. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Racheal Watson) Hi-res







The U.S. Air Force Heritage flight showcases the A-10 Thunderbolt II, F-4 Phantom and the P-51 Mustang during the AirPower over Hampton Roads open house at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 15, 2011. The open house helps to educate the public on past and present Air Force aerial capabilities, increase recruiting and show appreciation to the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Racheal Watson) Hi-res

Note: Pictured is A-10C 81-0967 from the 23rd Fighter Group, 23rd Wing, Moody AFB, Georgia. More pictures will be uploaded soon.