ACC grounds A-10 East and A-10 West Demo Teams for 2012 airshow season

By Joachim Jacob, Warthog News Editor

The following statement has been released by Air Combat Command in the ACC Aerial Events section of their public website on Thursday, December 1, 2011:

ACC statement about reduction of single-ship demo teams in 2012

We face significant fiscal constraints and are making tough decisions about the best ways to continue providing combat airpower to warfighting commanders, which is what we do as the Air Force's primary force provider.

One decision we've made is to sponsor one single-ship demonstration team for the 2012 air show season, scaling back from the six teams we've historically sponsored – A-10 East & West, F-16 East & West, F-15E and F-22.

For the 2012 season, we're sponsoring our F-22 demonstration team to perform at up to 20 shows. In addition to the F-22 demonstration team, the Thunderbirds are set to complete a full season next year, and their schedule will be announced next week at the International Council of Air Shows conference.

Reducing the number of single-ship demonstration teams will allow us to reallocate more than 900 sorties to our wings so they can maximize their flying hours for combat readiness training, offsetting some of the reduction we've seen in flying hours. Most importantly, reallocating those sorties will provide an increase in more than 25 combat-ready fighter pilots – that's a very good thing for our Nation and wise stewardship of our limited resources.

The opportunity to showcase our aircrew at air shows around the country is important – and we're confident our Thunderbirds, F-22 demonstration team and Air Force Heritage Flight Foundation will continue highlighting the extraordinary work of all our Airmen.

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New US Air Force Budget Grounds Airshow Demonstration Teams

By Jeremy Dwyer-Lindgren
NYCAviation
December 2, 2011

The US Air Force will cut five of its six single-ship demonstration teams for the 2012 airshow season, according to a statement released Thursday on the Air Combat Command website.



A "sad" A-10 West Demo Team pilot, sitting in the cockpit of A-10C 80-0279. (Photo by Jeremy Dwyer-Lindgren)

Citing budget constraints, only the Air Force's flagship aircraft—the F-22 Raptor—survived the chopping block, subsequently banishing the A-10 Warthog East and West, F-16 Viper East and West, and the F-15E Sentry Eagle teams to the history books, at least for the 2012 airshow season.

Up in the Air

The decision leaves the success of the 2012 season up in the air only weeks after the 2011 season drew to a close. The statement projects a savings of more than 900 sorties that would have otherwise been flown by the teams—900 sorties of which will not be hitting the circuit this year. While none of the USAF's multi-ship teams, which include the iconic Thunderbirds and the Air Force Heritage Flight Foundation programs, were significantly affected by the cuts, the budget blast will leave a number of airshows without a big-ticket, high-powered performer—like the F-16 Viper—to anchor the show.

Small and mid-sized shows across the country who often "rely on these assets will experience a significant reduction in visitors and sponsors," said a seasoned airshow organizer who asked to remain anonymous in order to speak candidly.

Additionally, "for the organizations that don't have private owners to tap [to fill the show-bill], this will impart a very negative impact on not only the show itself but the community that has come to expect the economics benefits of having the show in town," the source said.

Chris Trobridge, a member of the Commemorative Air Force with strong ties to the airshow community, agrees. "Unfortunately…this will hurt airshow attendance and sponsorship. The draw of the demo teams was always very high and, without them, I do not know how many people in the general public will want to attend shows of [only] warbirds and aerobatics performances."

As goes the money, so go the airplanes. Without big, military-issue afterburners, sponsors will be less likely to buy into the show. Consequently, many shows will be sent scrambling to shore up enough support to drop a civilian act into the anchor slot. But private acts do not come cheap, with the crowd-drawing jet acts often running at several thousand dollars per hour.

Someone to Look Up To

It is not just the airshow circuit that will lose out as a result of the cuts, though. Indeed, the Air Force itself stands to come out on the losing end of the deal. With less presence in the public eye, the branch will lose a substantial channel by which to connect to the nation it serves.

Considered a powerful tool for recruitment, "[the single ship demo teams] make you feel directly connected to those who are fighting tooth and nail for our interests abroad. They create a fire in your gut, a powerful sense of exhilaration and patriotic defiance," says defense blogger Ty Rogoway, owner of AviationIntel.com. "They are much more real, down to earth, and approachable than their flawless Thunderbird counterparts," he said.

"Unfortunately, the result will be the USAF experiencing a reduction in new recruits," the anonymous airshow organizer said.

But while disappointed, the organizer was undeterred. "I can work with this sacrifice—if it is just for one year. Our show will go on." the source said.

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Demo team prepares A-10 for show

Released by 23rd Wing Public Affairs



8/23/2011 - U.S. Air Force Staff Sgts. Ryan Ball, A-10 East Demonstration Team avionics specialist, left, and Adam Sunner A-10 East Demonstration Team crew chief, communicate with each other while conducting preventive maintenance on an A-10C Thunderbolt II at Moody Air Force Base, Ga., Aug. 24, 2011. The maintenance on the A-10 was to prepare it to be flight-ready for their next show. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paul Francis)

Note: Pictured is A-10C 81-0967. Unfortunately, the hi-res link only shows half of the picture.

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Area pilot will fly Warthog at air show

Maj. Matt Clausen will be at the Thunder on the Lakeshore air show Saturday and Sunday at the Manitowoc County Airport. (Submitted photo)

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MANITOWOC — Maj. Matt Clausen, who grew up in Green Bay and graduated from Fox Valley Lutheran High School in Appleton, will be at the Thunder on the Lakeshore air show Saturday and Sunday at the Manitowoc County Airport.

Clausen is a 1992 graduate of FVL. He is a pilot/safety observer with the A-10 East Coast demo team based at Moody Air Force Base in southern Georgia, according to a news release.

"It's nice to be back among the friendly people of Northeastern Wisconsin and get that small-town feel again," Clausen said. "People are just so nice."

Clausen has been piloting A-10s since 2002, and has done two tours of duty in Afghanistan and one in Iraq, with plenty of combat missions logged.

Clausen describes the A-10 Thunderbolt, also known as the Warthog, as the only airplane available for close support of ground forces. While it isn't as fast as other fighter jets, it can remain in the air for up to three hours without refueling, which enables it to loiter in actual or potential combat areas and support our ground forces, Clausen said.

The plane carries a wide variety of armaments, including bombs, missiles and guns, and is a deadly weapon against tanks, troops, and other vehicles on the ground, according to the release.

For more information, visit thunderonthelakeshore.com.

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The hands behind the A-10 East Demonstration Team

REPUBLIC AIRPORT, N.Y. -- Maj. Dylan Thorpe, A-10 East Demonstration Team pilot, prepares for flight during an air show May 28. Major Thorpe has been with the team for six months since receiving his certification last November. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jamal D. Sutter) Hi-res

by Airman 1st Class Nicholas Benroth
23rd Wing Public Affairs

6/2/2011 - LONG ISLAND, N.Y. -- A crowd of 200,000 people watched on as Maj. Dylan "Habu" Thorpe performed aerial demonstrations that dazzled the crowd and showcased the capabilities of the A-10C Thunderbolt II at the Jones Beach Air Show in Jones Beach State Park, N.Y.

But there's a side of the air show most people don't see, that's the work that goes on behind the scenes. This includes the maintenance, cleaning and narration that the support team provides during the air shows.

"There is a ton of work that goes into an air show other than just the flying," said Staff Sgt. Adam Sunner, A-10 East Demonstration Team crew chief. "Our weeks consist of constant work on the aircraft or training whether we are doing an air show or not."

The demonstration team is made up of two maintenance support teams. One group will attend the air show while the other group stays behind to train and prepare to send planes for the next air show.

"Most people think we have a lot of down time while doing this, but in reality we are always working." said Sergeant Sunner. "But even though its hard work we all volunteered for this and it's something that we love to do."

The crew members of the demonstration team volunteered for the two year position.

Sergeant Sunner is on his second year at the demonstration team and has grown as a crew chief learning more than what he usually would have.

"Working on an aircraft back at the squadron you mainly focus on your job you're not worried about the avionics or the specifics of an engine repair," he said. "But when you only have a four man crew you rely on each other and help each other out when work needs to be done."

Major Thorpe recognized how vital the support they offer is and how none of it would be possible without their commitment.

"When I am up there flying doing all of these maneuvers the last thing I want to be think is something going to go wrong with the aircraft," said Maj. Dylan Thorpe, A-10 East Demonstration Team pilot. "But these crews are some of the best out there and I have the upmost faith in their abilities."

The team will perform a total of 32 air shows this year visiting cities all over the U.S. showcasing the A-10's capabilities and the power of the Air Force.

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Moody hosts Congressional Staff members

Released by 23rd Wing Public Affairs



5/19/2011 - Congressional Staff members take photos as the A-10 East Demonstration Team performs aerobatic maneuvers overhead during a visit to Moody Air Force Base, Ga., May 17. The Congressional Staffers toured the 23rd Fighter Group, 347th Rescue Group, and 93rd Air Ground Operations Wing. They were able to ask questions about the different missions in order to report back to the Congressmen about Moody’s impact on current combat operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Benjamin Wiseman) Hi-res



5/19/2011 - Congressional Staff members tour the A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft parking ramp during their tour of Moody Air Force Base, Ga., May 17. Moody was the first stop on a four base tour. During their visit to the base, the staff members were able to see the combat, search and rescue assets that Moody provides for missions across the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Benjamin Wiseman) Hi-res

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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.

2011 ACC Heritage Conference

Released by 23rd Wing Public Affairs March 22, 2011:



DAVIS-MONTHAN AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz.-- Col. Gary Henderson, 23rd Wing commander, and Kevin Eldridge, P-40 demonstration pilot, stand in front of a Curtiss P-40 Warhawk at the 2011 Air Combat Command Heritage Flight Conference March 12. (Contributed photo) Hi-res



DAVIS-MONTHAN AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz.-- A Curtiss P-40 Warhawk is prepared for flight during the at the 2011 Air Combat Command Heritage Flight Conference March 12. (Contributed photo) Hi-res



DAVIS-MONTHAN AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz.-- An A-10C Thunderbolt II is flown by Maj. Dylan Thorpe, A-10 East Demonstration Team pilot, at the 2011 Air Combat Command Heritage Flight Conference March 12. (Contributed photo) Hi-res



DAVIS-MONTHAN, Ariz.-- An A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft flies next to a Curtiss P-40 Warhawk at the 2011 Air Combat Command Heritage Flight Conference March 12. (Contributed photo) Hi-res



DAVIS-MONTHAN AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz.-- An A-10C Thunderbolt II flown by Maj. Dylan Thorpe, A-10 East Demonstration Team pilot, has the 23rd Wing displayed on the tail March 12. Major Thorpe flew the aircraft at the 2011 Air Combat Command Heritage Flight Conference. (Contributed photo) Hi-res

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Note: Pictured is A-10C 81-0964. Great shots!

Strengthening bonds with the community

MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga.-- Maj. Dylan Thorpe, A-10 East Demonstration Team pilot, explains his egress equipment to members of Leadership Lowndes during a base visit March 17. Members of Leadership Lowndes were treated to a full demonstration by the A-10 East Demonstration team. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Benjamin Wiseman) Hi-res

Note: Pictured is A-10C 80-0194 with an A-10 shield on the ladder door.

by Airman 1st Class Nicholas Benroth
23rd Wing Public Affairs

3/17/2011 - MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- The bonds between a base and its community are very important. Mutual support benefits both partners in the critical relationship.

To strengthen the ties between the Lowndes County community and its leaders, Moody hosted Defenders Day. This is an event set up by the Leadership Lowndes committee that takes community leaders from around the area to visit Moody Air Force base to gain a better understanding of the 23rd Wing and its many roles. The events that made up this day gave a glimpse of Moody's role in the Air Force to the community.

"It's great to be able to come here and see the mission that is performed here first hand," said LeAnne McCall, Leadership Lowndes class member. "We are all amazed at how much Moody does and the missions they perform."

Each year new members from the community are chosen to be in a class. Those groups have different days where they interact and learn about certain parts of the community. During the Defense Day tour one Moody Airman is selected to join the class and view the base through the local community's perspective.

This year Col. Mark Ruse, 23rd Mission Support Group commander was chosen to accompany the group and help educate the class on what Moody does.

"Some of the people may have lived here their whole lives and think they know the mission that we perform here, said Colonel Ruse. "But with the mission ever changing what they thought we did may have already changed over the past years."

"The base is a big part of the community and we are a big part of them so interacting like this will only strengthen our bonds," added Colonel Ruse. "We get to go out into the community a lot and get to know these people and see what they do but it's not often that we can bring them here and show them what we can do."

This group of civic leaders was able to spend one day on Moody and learn what happens behind the gates. They now know that Moody is not just airplanes. More important, they understand the base is made up of thousands of men and women, who maintain, defend and support the mission every day.

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A-10 East Demo Team A-10C arrives at D-M for Heritage Flight Conference 2011

At Davis-Monthan AFB, Arizona, Warthog News contributor Ned Harris from the United States had the opportunity to take the following shot:



A-10C 81-0964 from the 23rd Fighter Group, 23rd Wing, Moody AFB, Georgia, and assigned to the A-10 East Demo Team, arrives for the Heritage Flight Conference 2011. (Photo by Ned Harris) Full size

Note: The annual Air Combat Command Heritage Flight Conference will be held at D-M 4-7 March, 2011.


Released on 355th Fighter Wing's Facebook site:



A-10C Thunderbolt II from the A-10 East Demo Team out Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. (U.S. Air Force photo)

A-10 East Demonstration Team flies with new pilot

MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga.-- Capt. Dylan Thorpe, A-10 East Demonstration Team pilot, is replacing Maj. Johnnie Green, as the team's new face and he will be thoroughly examined by Col. Gary Henderson, 23rd Wing commander, during his final certification flight. Moody's A-10 East Demonstration Team performs all over the world with a goal of showcasing the A-10C Thunderbolt II's extreme capabilities of performing aerial maneuvers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Class Joshua Green) Hi-res

by Airman 1st Class Brigitte N. Brantley-Sisk
23rd Wing Public Affairs

11/22/2010 - MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- Moody's A-10 East Demonstration Team performs for crowds all over the world with a goal of showcasing the A-10C Thunderbolt II's extreme capabilities of performing exceptional aerial maneuvers.

Now, Capt. Dylan "Habu" Thorpe is the new face of the team since current pilot Maj. Johnnie "Dusty" Green will soon move on to another assignment.

"I have enjoyed every moment of being the team's captain and I wouldn't trade these two years for anything," said Major Green, who will soon be going to Osan Air Base, Korea. "The public isn't aware of most of what the A-10 can do and it's been great showing off everything this workhorse is capable of."

The major added that he is happy to pass the reins over to Captain Thorpe, especially considering what he saw during initial training.

"I have total faith that Captain Thorpe will do great in this job," said Major Green, who performed his final flight Nov. 13 during the Community Appreciation Day Air Show. "He's got the personality needed for it and in the training we've completed so far, he's also shown he has the technical proficiency for it."

Captain Thorpe's proficiency will be thoroughly examined during his final certification, which is scheduled for Nov. 30. During the certification, he has to be approved by the 23rd Wing commander.

This day was a long time coming; ever since the captain was young, he has been fascinated with aircraft.

"I grew up near the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado and flying has always intrigued me," said Captain Thorpe. "When I was little, my dad would take me to the nearby airport in Colorado Springs and we would just watch aircraft land and take off."

Now, Captain Thorpe will be in control of the aircraft taking off. During the approximately 15-minute demonstration, he will lead the A-10C through various maneuvers aimed at showcasing what the aircraft can do.

These maneuvers include a vertical 540, during which the aircraft makes a flat pass over the airfield, shoots straight up and then spins. Another is the four-point turn, which involves making and holding four 90-degree turns which result in a full circle.

"The whole time in the air, you're body is enduring a lot of gravity and it takes a toll on the body," said Captain Thorpe. "The past few weeks of training have been very challenging, including working on timing and the little touches that make for good showmanship, but it's worth it. I'm excited to be representing the aircraft and the wing.

"A lot of people we encounter at the airshows think this aircraft retired a while ago," he added. "They're surprised to hear that it's actually being used by our Airmen right now in combat situations."

Captain Thorpe accompanied Major Green to many airshows this past summer, both as a safety observer and to learn how the process works.

"Major Green is very well-respected in the air show circuit," said the captain. "He's done very well in the past two years and I know I have big shoes to fill.

"Also, an important part of the team's success is due to the support team," Captain Thorpe added. "The team chiefs and maintainers make sure this 30-year old aircraft runs perfectly and looks as good as it did the day it rolled out of the factory."

The A-10 East Demonstration Team performs at about 30 air shows a year, the majority of which fall between March and November.

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Air show crew visits, pays respect to vets at VA Medical Center

By Russell Lissau, Daily Herald Staff
Published: 9/9/2010 2:48 PM
Chicago Daily Herald

In Lake County to participate in this weekend's Waukegan Air Show, members of an Air Force demonstration team visited with veterans at the North Chicago VA Medical Center on Thursday.

The crew members - all maintenance workers for a tank-busting jet called the A-10 Thunderbolt II - talked about their formidable plane's capabilities, the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and other military topics.

The veterans peppered the crew members with questions about the A-10's ordnance, cost, maneuverability and combat experience.

Master Sgt. Jason Lynch, the leader of the visiting group, was particularly happy to talk about how the far-from-sleek A-10 overcame its unofficial nickname, the Warthog, by achieving combat success in the first Persian Gulf War.

"It was hated until (the Air Force) saw how it worked," Lynch said.

Based at Moody Air Force Base in Valdosta, Ga., Lynch's unit performs at about 30 air shows a year. It's essentially a recruiting team, Lynch said.

The visit to the VA hospital was out of the ordinary for the crew.

"We're trying to make a difference for the veterans, and trying to bring some light to their day," Lynch said.

"And to show our appreciation and support for what they've done for us," added Sgt. David Clifford.

More than 20 veterans participated in the discussion, which was staged in a recreation room. Everyone got commemorative photographs of the A-10 and stickers.

Air Force veteran Bill Holliman was particularly interested in the A-10's performance in the current war in the Middle East.

Lynch told the group a squadron from Moody Air Force Base soon will be deployed to Afghanistan.

"Good luck, sir," Holliman responded.



Sr. Airman Brendan Tuttle signs an autograph for Perry Morris Sr. as members of the A-10 East Demonstration Team visit vets at North Chicago VA Medical Center Thursday. The A-10 military plane will be part of Saturday's Waukegan Air Show. (Photo by Gilbert R. Boucher II / Staff Photographer)









Master Sgt. Jason Lynch talks to Larry Rodgers, center, and Leonard West as members of the A-10 East Demonstration Team visit veterans at North Chicago VA Medical Center Thursday. (Photo by Gilbert R. Boucher II / Staff Photographer)

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A-10 East Demo Team performs at 2010 Quonset Air Show

On June 26, 2010, Warthog News contributor Roel Reijne from the Netherlands had the opportunity to take the following shots during The Rhode Island National Guard Open House and Air Show 2010:



A-10C 79-0223. (Photo by Roel Reijne) Full size



A-10C 79-0223. (Photo by Roel Reijne) Full size



A-10C 79-0223. (Photo by Roel Reijne) Full size



A-10C 79-0223. (Photo by Roel Reijne) Full size



The shark mouth of another A-10C with A-10 East Demo Team. According to the crew inscriptions just below the canopy at left, that's the Hog which is assigned to Major Johnny Green, A-10 East Demo Pilot. (Photo by Roel Reijne) Full size



Close-up of the chromed "Business End" probably of the same Hog. (Photo by Roel Reijne) Full size

BTW: On July 2, 2010, Roel already posted these shots on the Warthog Territory Forums (WTF): east coast A-10 demo

2010 Air Show Season for A-10 Demo Teams started at Titusville

By Joachim Jacob

Updated March 17, 2010

This year's U.S. air show season for the two A-10 Demo Teams started at Titusville, Florida, with the Valiant Air Command TICO Warbird Air Show 2010. Participated was A-10 East, from the 23rd Fighter Group, 23rd Wing, Moody AFB, Georgia, at least with A-10C 80-0223 from the the 75th Fighter Squadron (marked 23 FG as 23rd FG flagship).

Robert D. Baker from United States had the opportunity to take the following shots, already shared by him on fencecheck.com:



Heritage flight of A-10C 80-0223 and a very nice painted F-86 Sabre, piloted by Capt. Dale Snodgrass, USN (Ret.). (Photo by Robert D. Baker) Full size



A-10 demo by A-10C 80-0223. (Photo by Robert D. Baker) Full size



A-10C 80-0223 is landing after performance. (Photo by Robert D. Baker) Full size

Thanks to Robert for his kind permission to post his pictures also on my blog.

BTW: As Robert wrote in the fencecheck.com topic, it "was a beautiful day in the Florida sunshine...only problem was the wind, gusting up to 40 knots at times...made it somewhat difficult to hold the lens steady." According to the official Tico Warbird Airshow page, unfortunately, due to the weather, the air show on Friday (March 12, 2010) was canceled.

Background info: Unfortunately, Air Combat Command (ACC) up to date only released an official ACC Aerial Events Schedule for March 2010, and not for the upcoming months. Source According to this official schedule, the next A-10-related events would be:

March 13-14, 2010, Brownsville, Texas, Air Show, A-10 West.
March 20-21, 2010, Davis Monthan AFB, Arizona, Open House, A-10 West, HF A-1, CSAR Demo.

Update March 17, 2010:

This night, Robert e-mailed me the following additional shots, exclusive for Warthog News:



Another Heritage flight shot, taken from oppposite direction pass. (Photo by Robert D. Baker) Full size



A-10C 80-0223 with gear down for low speed camera pass. (Photo by Robert D. Baker) Full size



Another landing shot of A-10C 80-0223. (Photo by Robert D. Baker) Full size

Robert also e-mailed me a Hi-res version of his following known picture:



Hi-res

In his e-mail, Robert told me: All my shots were taken on Saturday, March 13th, 2010. The A-10 took off, and then loitered somewhere while some other aircraft performed. He then performed his show routine, including simulated bombing/strafing run, and then performed the Heritage flight with the F-86. I'm afraid I don't know the serial number of the other A-10, as they were hangared away from the other aircraft, in an area not accessible to the paying airshow public. (Along with the F-18 Super Hornets, a T-33, and an F-104 Starfighter.) I also don't know the name of the pilot.

Many thanks for your great support, Robert. And welcome aboard as my latest Warthog News contributor.

A-10 demo team participates in Singapore air show

by Tech. Sgt. Cohen Young
Defense Media Activity - Hawaii

2/4/2010 - CHANGI, Singapore -- The A-10 East Demonstration Team from Moody Air Force Base, Ga., is at Singapore Airshow 2010 here, helping exhibit a snapshot of the diverse inventory of U.S. military aircraft and equipment.

The team is flying A-10s from Osan Air Base, South Korea, at the show, which takes place Feb. 2-7. It is one of the largest air and trade shows in the world.

U.S. Pacific Command's participation in the six-day air show directly supports U.S. engagement goals and furthers U.S. relations with countries in the Asia-Pacific region.



A-10A 80-0244 from the 25th Fighter Squadron, 51st Fighter Wing (PACAF), Osan AB, Republic of Korea (note AN/AAR-47 Missile Warning System), participates February 3, 2010, in the Singapore Airshow 2010 held at Changi Airport in Changi, Singapore. The Singapore air show is one of the largest air and trade shows in the world. Aircraft from the United States are participating in both static displays and aerial demonstrations to exhibit a snapshot of the diverse inventory of U.S. military aircraft and equipment. U.S. Pacific Command's participation in the six-day air show directly supports U.S. engagement goals and furthers U.S. relations with countries in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Cohen Young) Hi-res



An A-10 Thunderbolt II (probably also A-10A 80-0244) participates February 3, 2010, in the Singapore Airshow 2010. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Cohen Young) Hi-res



Staff Sgt. David Clifford, an A-10 Thunderbolt II crew chief, gives Capt. Johnnie Green, an A-10 pilot, the all-clear signal after his A-10 Thunderbolt II demonstration performance at the Singapore Airshow 2010, February 4, 2010. Both are A-10 East Demonstration Team members from Moody AFB, Georgia. Ga. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Cohen Young) Hi-res



Staff Sgt. David Clifford, an A-10 Thunderbolt II crew chief, guides in Capt. Johnnie Green, an A-10 pilot, after his A-10 demonstration performance at the Singapore Airshow 2010, February 4, 2010. Both are A-10 East Demonstration Team members from Moody AFB, Georgia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Cohen Young) Hi-res

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Related info:
The A-10 Thunderbolt II makes its Asian air show debut

Update February 15, 2009:
The other Hog on place from the 25th Fighter Squadron, 51st Fighter Wing (PACAF), Osan AB, Republic of Korea, was A-10A 82-0652 (also equipped with AN/AAR-47 Missile Warning System), photographed and documented during aerial demonstration February 3, 2010, by Frikkie Becker, who uploaded his nice picture to airliners.net.

Minutes ago, I asked Frikkie for permission to post his important shot on my blog and still wait for a reply.



An A-10 Thunderbolt II performs a manoeuvre during the Singapore Airshow. (Reuters photo via MSN)

A-10 East Coast Demo Team performs for ROTC cadets

Released by 23rd Wing Public Affairs October 5, 2009:



Members of the A-10 East Coast Demonstration Team prepare for a performance here Oct. 2. Members of the Valdosta State University Reserve Officers Training Corps were in attendance at the performance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Green) Hi-res



An A-10C Thunderbolt II flies overhead doing a slow pass during the A-10 East Coast Demonstration Team performance here Oct. 2. The presentation was put together for members of the Valdosta State University Reserve Officers Training Corps. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Green) Hi-res



An A-10C Thunderbolt II is captured in mid-roll while demonstrating the aircraft’s maneuverability in defensive situations during an A-10 East Coast Demonstration Team performance here Oct. 2. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Green) Hi-res



An A-10C Thunderbolt II demonstrates is ability to make sharp turnarounds in attack situation during an A-10 East Coast Demonstration Team performance here Oct. 2. The aircraft is capable of doing a 180-degree turn-around in 30 seconds. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Green) Hi-res



An A-10 East Demonstration Team member assists Capt. Johnnie Green, A-10 East Coast Demo Team pilot, after a performance here Oct. 2. Captain Green showcased the A-10C Thunderbolt II abilities and maneuvers for Valdosta State University Reserve Officers Training Corps cadets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Green) Hi-res



Valdosta State University Reserve Officers Training Corps cadets watch an A-10C Thunderbolt II as it maneuvers through the air during the A-10 East Coast Demonstration Team performance here Oct. 2. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Green) Hi-res



Capt. Jarrett Biggers, 74th Fighter Squadron A-10C Thunderbolt II, gives Valdosta State University Reserve Officers Training Corps cadets a brief history of the aircraft following an A-10 East Coast Demonstration Team performance here Oct. 2. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Green) Hi-res



Tech. Sgt. Matthew Harris, A-10 East Coast Demonstration Team NCO in-charge, is the master of ceremony during the team’s performance here Oct. 2. The presentation was put together for the Valdosta State University Reserve Officers Training Corps cadets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Green) Hi-res

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D-M hosts Heritage Flight Conference

by Staff Sgt. Jake Richmond
355th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

3/11/2009 - DAVIS-MONTHAN AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. -- State of the art and historic military aircraft from around the country came here March 4-8 for Air Combat Command's annual Heritage Flight Conference.

The Heritage Flight Conference allows civilian and military pilots to train together in preparation for the spring and summer air show seasons. Heritage formations, during which modern and historic fighters fly together, are a popular highlight event at air shows throughout the United States and Canada.

The historic aircraft that flew in this year's HFC included the P-51 Mustang, A-1 Sky Raider, F-4 Phantom II, P-40 Warhawk, and F-86 Sabre. The modern ACC flying demonstration aircraft included the A-10 Thunderbolt II, the F-15 Eagle, the F-15E Strike Eagle, the F-16 Fighting Falcon and the F-22A Raptor.

Approximately 300 people showed up on the designated flying days, March 6-8, and watched the demonstration flights from bleachers set up on the flight line.



A-10C 79-0213 (marked 23 FG), an F-4 Phantom II, and a P-40 Warhawk fly in formation during the Heritage Flight Conference at Davis-Monthan AFB on March 7th, 2009. Pilots of old and new aircraft come to the HFC every year to practice demonstration flights together before the air show season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Noah R. Johnson) Hi-res



A-10C 78-0712 (marked 355 FW) flies in formation with an A-1 Skyraider at the Heritage Flight Conference at Davis-Monthan AFB on March 7th, 2009. The Skyraider, which was employed in combat in Vietnam and Korea, is one of the A-10's attack aircraft predecessors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Valerie Smith) Hi-res



A-10C 79-0213 (marked 23 FG) flies in formation with an F-4 Phantom II, a P-40 Warhawk, and an F-16C Fighting Falcon during the Heritage Flight Conference at Davis-Monthan AFB on March 7th, 2009. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Valerie Smith) Hi-res

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