16 May
2000
16 May
'00
5:31 p.m.
-----Original Message-----
From: Mike Ford <mikeford(a)socal.rr.com>
To: classiccmp(a)classiccmp.org <classiccmp(a)classiccmp.org>
Date: Tuesday, May 16, 2000 4:08 PM
Subject: RE: Finding Classic Computers
There is a couple in AZ with a working, flying, F104. (one of those neat
ones if not the 104).
Actually, it's an ex-CF-104, built for the Canadian Armed Forces. The main
differences (IIRC) were in modified flaps, leading edge slats and air
brakes to provide better low-speed performance. The perennially
cash-strapped CAF actually operated the Starfighter, designed as a
high-speed interceptor, as fighter-bombers (!) for ground support in
Europe. This doubtless contributed to the 104's reputation as a
"widow-maker" in the CAF.
Nice toy if you have money to burn and like to sightsee at Mach 2.
Mark.