Final A-10 Thunderbolt II tactical sortie in Europe

The final A-10 Thunderbolt II tactical sortie in Europe was flown on May 14 at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany.

Spangdahlem launches final A-10 sortie in Europe
U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Gustavo Castillo

The final sortie was carried out by 2nd Fighter Wing’s 81st Fighter Squadron, which inactivates in June.

Pilots flying the mission were Lt. Col. Jeff Hogan and Capts. Josh Geidel and Greg Ulrich.

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