Product Description
The North American Rockwell OV-10 Bronco is an American twin-turboprop light attack and observation aircraft. It was developed in the 1960s as a special aircraft for counter-insurgency (COIN) combat, and one of its primary missions was as a forward air control (FAC) aircraft. It can carry up to 3,200 lb (1,450 kg) of external munitions and internal loads such as paratroopers or stretchers, and can loiter for three or more hours.
| Role | Light attack and observation aircraft |
|---|---|
| National origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | North American Rockwell |
| First flight | 16 July 1965 |
| Introduction | October 1969 |
| Retired | US (1995) |
| Status | In limited service (2015–present)[1] |
| Primary users |
United States Marine Corps (historical) United States Air Force (historical) United States Navy (historical) Philippine Air Force |
| Produced | 1965–1986 |
| Number built | 360 |