# Air Force has been using the A-10 Thunderbolt II in its 2026 war with Iran.

*business · news · 2026-04-10 · SlashGear*

## Key points

- The A-10 Thunderbolt II was still used by the U.S. in the 2026 war with Iran.
- General Electric originally built the GAU-8/A Avenger cannon, but General Dynamics now manufactures it.
- No new A-10 Warthogs will ever be produced, and replacements are not planned for lost aircraft.
- The U.S. military plans to fill the A-10's role with multirole aircraft and UCAVs after retirement.

**Companies:** General Dynamics
**Countries:** United States, Iran

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