Well seems the Congressional cavalry has again been saved the A-10 from the Air Force.  Defense Tech reported Fri, “The bipartisan defense budget that passed through the House Thursday includes strict language mandating the Air Force not execute any plans to retire the A-10 Warthog. The legislation specifically blocks the Air Force from spending any money to divest A-10s through calendar year 2014.” –

Chances look good that the A10 will be with us at least a year before the Air Force tries to kill it again.  For more on the history of the Air Force trying to kill the A10 check out our article.