When the 81st TFW disbanded due to end of the cold war the 510th TFS moved from RAF Bentwaters to the 52nd FW at Spangdahlem AB in 1993, becoming the 81st FS in 1994, deactivating and ending
A-10 operations over Germany and Europe in 2013.
I quite got hooked on the A-10 and their units operating this great aircraft.
Just fascinating seeing the A-10 fly, turn, jink and hearing the distinctive sound of the TF 34 engine.
My collection started with receiving a set of patches from a 78th TFS pilot in 1980 at Nörvenich, what was to come over the years you see in my collection.
If being active service, veteran or retired former USAF A-10, USAF, A-10 enthusiast, fellow collector or just interested in military aviation; enjoy the site.
For the ones who served and serve, a “big Thank´s for your service” from the Cold War days up to this day!
Not just in support of your own US troops on the ground but also in support of the Allies when in need.
All too fast it is forgotten freedom is not free
A big thank`s to all that did/ do help and assisted / assist me over the years, especially mentioned the USAF A-10 community.
For protecting personal privacy no individual names, call signs are mentioned of people still serving or retired; but be sure your help and assistance very well is acknowledged and appreciated!
Your efforts are not forgotten.
Feel free to contact me for questions, remarks and suggestions.
Any help/ assistance in finding patches related to the A-10 units and the A-10 not shown here will be appreciated very much.