A-10A Thunderbolt II (BMS)
FALCON BMS - QUICK REFERENCE
V-SPEEDS
| Speed | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Vr (normal) | ~120 KIAS | Rotation - clean / light load |
| Vr (max weight) | ~135-140 KIAS | Rotation - heavy with full combat stores |
| Vmax gear extend | 220 KIAS | Maximum gear extension speed |
| Vmax flap (takeoff) | 185 KIAS | Max speed with flaps at takeoff setting |
| Vmax flap (land) | 185 KIAS | Max speed with flaps fully extended |
| Vapp | ~155-165 KIAS | Approach speed - typical landing weight |
| Vref (threshold) | ~150 KIAS | Threshold crossing speed at normal weight |
| Corner speed | ~300 KIAS | Optimum sustained turn speed |
| Vne | 450 KIAS | Never exceed speed |
| Bingo | MISSION SET | Minimum fuel to RTB - set before flight |
POWER SETTINGS
| Phase | Setting |
|---|---|
| Idle (Ground) | CUTOFF then IDLE - ~62-65% RPM |
| Takeoff | MIL thrust - full throttle both engines |
| Climb | MIL thrust - 250-300 KIAS |
| Cruise | ~80-85% MIL - 280-310 KIAS |
| Attack (low alt) | MIL or as needed - 300-400 KIAS attack runs |
| Approach | ~70% MIL - adjust for glidepath |
| Go-Around | MIL thrust - immediate |
FLAP SCHEDULE
| Setting | Max Speed | Use |
|---|---|---|
| UP (0%) | Any | Cruise, climb, combat |
| Takeoff (7%) | ≤ 185 KIAS | Short field takeoff only |
| 20% | ≤ 185 KIAS | Normal approach and landing |
| Full (100%) | ≤ 185 KIAS | Short field landing |
ENGINE LIMITS
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Max FTIT (Start) | 700 C - abort if exceeded |
| Max FTIT (MIL) | ~932 C |
| Max FTIT (Transient) | ~976 C (momentary only) |
| Idle RPM (N2) | ~62-65% |
| Max RPM (MIL) | 100% |
| Oil Pressure (Normal) | 40-90 PSI |
| Max Oil Temp | 155 C |
| Hydraulic Pressure (Normal) | 2,850-3,150 PSI |
KEY NUMBERS
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Fuel Capacity | 10,700 lbs (approx 7,900 lbs usable) |
| Fuel Burn (cruise) | ~4,000-5,000 lbs/hr (both engines) |
| Max Payload | 7,257 kg (16,000 lbs) |
| GAU-8/A Ammo | 1,174 rounds (30mm) |
| Max G (combat) | +6 g (clean) |
| Takeoff Roll (normal) | ~1,000-1,200 m (3,300-4,000 ft) |
| Landing Roll (normal) | ~700-900 m (2,300-3,000 ft) |
| Pattern Altitude | 1,500 ft AGL |
| Pattern Speed | 200 KIAS (initial) / 155 KIAS (final) |
| Max Crosswind | 20 kts |
| Best Glide (single engine) | ~200 KIAS |
| MTOW | 23,133 kg (51,000 lbs) |