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Boneyard files: Lockheed F-104 Starfighter – the silver needles of Davis Monthan

Lockheed F-104 Starfighter was a Mach 2 interceptor known for its unique design and record-setting performance before ending its service at the Boneyard.
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From Mach 2 to ‘Flying Coffin’: The Legacy of the F-104 Starfighter

Summary and Key Points: The Lockheed F-104 Starfighter, developed by the legendary Skunk Works under Clarence “Kelly” Johnson, was a groundbreaking aircraft known for its Mach 2 speed and sleek design ...