Italeri F-104 Starfighter Aerobatic Team (1/72) 1344

FIGURE NOT INCLUDED – CONTAINS ONE MODELThe supersonic interceptor aircraft F-104 Starfighter was; without doubts; one of the most famous; and long-lasting; aircraft in History. The F-104 entered in service in the late 50s and served with USAF for a long time. Later on; it has formed the fighter squadrons of several NATO air forces for more than 40 years. For instance the Italian Air Forces used the F-104; constantly updated in avionics; technology and weapon systems; until the mid of 2000s; replaced with the Eurofighter Typhoon : a real generation gap. The F-104 story and its ability to surprise are continuing nowadays thanks to private companies; such as Starfighters Inc. The company is located in the United States and operates the largest supersonic fleet owned by private organization. It provides a variety of services as supersonic pilots training; flight test; advanced research programs.