Manufacturer:
LOCKHEEDMarkings:
156th Tactical Fighter Group (ANG), San Juan International Airport, Puerto Rico, 1974Designation:
F-104DSerial Number:
57-1323LOCKHEED F-104D STARFIGHTER
The Lockheed F-104 Starfighter was the first operational interceptor capable of sustained speeds above Mach 2. The F-104D model is a two seat fully combat-capable trainer built for use by the U.S. Air Force's Tactical Air Command between November 1958 and September 1959. A total of 21 were built. In order to make room for the second seat the F-104D gave up its internal gun, but was given an enhanced ground strike capability and in-flight refueling.
Specifications
- Wingspan: 21.94 ft
- Length: 54.77 ft
- Height: 13.49 ft
- Weight: 24,388 lbs (loaded)
- Max. Speed: Mach 2
- Service Ceiling: 57,500 ft
- Range: 1,388 miles
- Engines: 1 General Electric J79-GE-7, 15,800 lbs thrust
- Crew: 2