A-10 Thunderbolt II Probe Refueling Adapter Upgrade
Sector: Airport • Location: Selfridge Air National Guard Base, Michigan, United States
Source: Zona Militar
The U.S. Air Force has begun operating A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft fitted with a new aerial refueling probe designed to increase compatibility with MC-130 special operations aircraft and other platforms operating in contested environments. This modification allows the A-10 to receive fuel through a hose-and-drogue system, broadening tanker options and enhancing interoperability with variou
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Airport, Aerospace & Defense, Government
- Location
- Selfridge Air National Guard Base, Michigan, United States of America
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Zona Militar
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Original status | operational testing |
Taiyo status | Under Construction |
Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | The U.S. Air Force has begun operating A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft fitted with a new aerial refueling probe designed to increase compatibility with MC-130 special operations aircraft and other platforms operating in contested environments. This modification allows the A-10 to receive fuel through a hose-and-drogue system, broadening tanker options and enhancing interoperability with various refueling aircraft. The project was led by the Air National Guard’s Airworthiness and Test Center (AATC) and developed on an accelerated timeline to meet an urgent operational requirement. |
Original sector | Defense |
Location
Country | United States of America (USA) |
State | Michigan |
City | Selfridge Air National Guard Base |
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Source | Zona Militar |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Airport, Aerospace & Defense, Government |
Article published date | 2026-05-30 |
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