Brrrrrrt! Gatling Gun on an A10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog)

Quick tour of the cannon on an a10 warthog from EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2017. The A-10 was designed around the 30 mm GAU-8 Avenger rotary cannon. Its airframe was designed for durability, with measures such as 1,200 pounds (540 kg) of titanium armor to protect the cockpit and aircraft systems, enabling it to absorb a significant amount of damage and continue flying. Its short takeoff and landing capability permits operation from airstrips close to the front lines, and its simple design enables maintenance wi