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article_snippet.sent: The incident added fuel to a controversy over efforts to retire the low-flying, tank-killer aircraft, which is highly regarded by ground troops for The plane ability to provide close air support.
article_snippet.sent: The plane has strong supporters among members of Congress who have so far successfully blocked efforts to retire The plane.
article_snippet.sent: A-10 retirement: The incident added fuel to a controversy over efforts to retire the A-10,  low-flying, tank-killer aircraft, which is highly regarded by ground troops for its ability to provide close air support .