12/31/2023 0 Comments A10 warthog cockpit viewWith the engines being mounted on the top of the jet it reduces the heat coming from the jets therefore making it easier for the A-10 to evade heat seeking missiles. If you go back to the main page you can see a comparison of the profile of the A-10 and another USAF fighter the F-15. Another thing that is good about the design of the A-10 is the fact that it has a smaller profile. The A-10 is mostly designed to provide ground support for the troops on the ground. This part is usually on aircraft designed to chase and catch other fast aircraft. Afterburners is a part of the engine that "makes the fire" it burns off extra fuel to give it a "boost " of speed. The A-10's jet engines are quieter because of its design and the fact that it is a slower aircraft therefore does not need afterburners. Most ground troops and armored vehicle operators hate to hear the sound of an enemy A-10. Information Courtesy of Wikipedia "A-10 Thunderbolt II"
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