Evolution of Ground Attack Aircraft 1941–2025 | From IL 2 to F 35 & KF 21

Описание: Witness the evolution of ground attack aircraft from the legendary IL-2 Shturmovik of World War II to the cutting-edge stealth of the KF-21 Boramae.
This cinematic timeline showcases 20 iconic close air support jets from the USSR, USA, Germany, France, Italy, China, India, and South Korea — highlighting their roles, designs, and firepower.
Perfect for aviation fans, history buffs, and military tech enthusiasts.
Watch how battlefield dominance changed over 80 years.

1. Il-2 Shturmovik (USSR, 1941)
The iconic WWII flying tank — heavily armored and built for low-altitude battlefield strikes.
2. Henschel Hs 129 (Germany, 1942)
A twin-engine ground attacker, known for its frontal armor and 75mm cannon in later versions.
3. Il-10 (USSR, 1944)
Successor to the Il-2 with better protection and maneuverability in close support roles.
4. Douglas A-26 Invader (USA, 1944)
A fast twin-engine attacker used extensively in WWII and Korea — adaptable for bombing and strafing.
5. A-1 Skyraider (USA, 1946)
A rugged, long-range prop plane that dominated close air support in Korea and Vietnam.
6. Breguet 1050 Alizé (France, 1956)
Originally designed for anti-submarine warfare, it later carried out strike missions from carriers.
7. A-4 Skyhawk (USA, 1956)
Compact and deadly, this nimble jet saw service from Vietnam to the Falklands.
8. Su-7B (USSR, 1959)
A tough, supersonic Soviet ground attacker with simple but effective weapons systems.
9. Fiat G.91 (Italy, 1958)
NATO’s “lightweight strike jet” — small, agile, and used extensively by European air forces.
10. Su-17M (USSR, 1970)
With variable-geometry wings, it could strike fast and hard at low altitude.
11. SEPECAT Jaguar GR.1 (UK/France, 1973)
A joint project designed for low-level penetration and nuclear strike missions.
12. A-10 Thunderbolt II (USA, 1977)
“The Warthog” — legendary for its GAU-8 Avenger cannon and unmatched survivability in close air support.
13. Su-25 Grach (USSR, 1981)
The Soviet answer to the A-10 — simple, armored, and reliable in combat.
14. AMX A-11 (Italy/Brazil, 1989)
A joint effort for ground attack and interdiction — lightweight but modern.
15. Chengdu Q-5 "Fantan" (China, 1980s)
Based on the MiG-19, adapted for strike roles with bombs, rockets, and nuclear delivery options.
16. HAL Tejas (Strike Configuration) (India, 2001)
Originally a lightweight fighter, adapted for precision ground strikes with modern targeting pods.
17. Su-25SM3 (Russia, 2016)
A deeply modernized Grach with digital avionics, guided munitions, and extended survivability.
18. F-35A Lightning II (USA, 2015)
Not a pure attacker, but its stealth and precision strike capability redefined ground attack doctrines.
19. KF-21 Boramae (South Korea, 2025)
A stealth-capable multirole fighter entering service with powerful ground strike capabilities.





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