The F-104 Starfighter was a revolutionary aircraft that redefined the possibilities of high-altitude flight during the Cold War era. Developed by the American aerospace company Lockheed, the F-104 was designed to serve as an interceptor and tactical fighter aircraft for the United States Air Force and its NATO allies.First flown in 1954, the F-104 Starfighter was widely known for its distinctive shape and advanced design, including a slender fuselage, short wings, and a pointed nose that gave it a futuristic appearance. Nicknamed the “missile with a man in it,” the F-104 was also equipped with a powerful engine to reach speeds of Mach 2.2 and altitudes of over 100,000 feet.But while its speed and agility made it an effective interceptor, the F-104 was also notoriously difficult to fly and suffered a high accident rate, earning it a reputation as a “widowmaker.” Despite its controversial legacy, it remains an iconic symbol of Cold War-era aviation technology…