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An A-10 Thunderbolt II flies a close-air-support mission over Afghanistan, Nov. 7, 2008. The A-10 has excellent maneuverability at low air speeds and altitude, and is a highly accurate weapons-delivery platform.

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An A-10 Thunderbolt II flies a close-air-support mission over Afghanistan, Nov. 7, 2008. The A-10 has excellent maneuverability at low air speeds and altitude, and is a highly accurate weapons-delivery platform.

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