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Nellis A-10 squadron prepares for end of legendary plane’s flying days

The nation’s fleet of A-10 Thunderbolt II planes is destined for the bone yard under Pentagon plans to phase out the close air support aircraft. The Nellis Air Force squadron commander is caught in the middle, torn between switching to the F-35 while knowing that the A-10 is still the best, proven aircraft for close air support.