Air Force A-10C Demo Team visits Kofa High School
Members of the U.S. Air Force A-10C Thunderbold Demonstration Team met with almost 100 Kofa High School students Thursday before the Yuma Air Show kicks off.
Yuma Union High School District officials said five A-10C members, that included maintenance technicians, crew chiefs, and others, visited the school campus and gave a special presentation along with answering questions.
“This presentation was amazing,” said Miguel Augustin, a Kofa freshman who is a member of Civil Air Patrol and the school’s Marine Corps JROTC program. “I was amazed by what they taught us about the A10, and also how to get into the Air Force. There were a lot of points about how the Air Force can pay for our education so we can one day be a part of their team.”
Following the presentation, A-10C members were able to provide more information regarding the training they completed to reach their particular roles in the Air Force.
Tech Sgt. Hale Bradley praised the numerous JROTC students about their commitment to getting a head start in the armed service.
“It’s really cool that you are involved in something like this [JROTC],” Bradley told the group. “It’s going to open a lot of doors for you in the future.”
The Air Combat Command A-10C Thunderbolt II Demonstration Team, stationed out of Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., brings the aircraft to air shows nationwide to showcase the unique combat capabilities of the A-10 “Warthog”, according to the Air Force’s official website. The team performs precision aerial maneuvers while highlighting the mission and professionalism of the men and women of the U.S. Air Force.
The team, with Captain Copy Wilton, are taking part in the MCAS Yuma Airshow this weekend. Kofa’s JROTC color guard and the San Luis High School band are participating in the festivities as well.
