
The Aviationist: We interviewed the A-10 Thunderbolt II Demo Pilot Who Told Us Why The “Warthog” Still Rocks
We met Major Cody “ShIV” Wilton, commander of the A-10C Thunderbolt II demonstration team who continues to showcase the raw power of the most unique jet in the USAF inventory.
The A-10 Thunderbolt II has been a mainstay in the USAF for well over 40 years, and has no retirement date in sight. The A-10C (aka “Warthog” or “Hog” or “Hawg”) is showcased at air shows across the world, and the man behind the controls is Major Cody “ShIV” Wilton, the commander of the A-10C Thunderbolt II demonstration team. Fortunate enough to get extremely up close and personal with the jets and the team as they arrived for the Pocono Raceway Air Show in Pennsylvania, Major Wilton talked to The Aviationist about the pros of the A-10, and why …(continue to story). Written by Zachary Allen – The Aviationist

Major Cody “ShIV” Wilton poses next to the team’s A-10C Thunderbolt II.
Photo credit: Zachary Allen – The Aviationist