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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.
Century Series Fighters: F-100C, F-101B, RF-101C, RF-101H, F-102A, TF-102A, F-104D, F-105D, F-105G, F-106A, F-107A
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| Wingspan |
21.94 ft |
| Length |
54.77 ft |
| Height |
13.49 ft |
| Weight |
24,388 lbs (loaded) |
| Maximum 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 |
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