Astra in Quinte West in Hastings County, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
CF-104 Starfighter
Canadair, Lockheed
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Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., May 12, 2025
1. CF-104 Starfighter Marker
The Lockheed F-104 Starfighter (RCAF designated CF-104) was built in Montreal, Quebec. In the late 1950s the Canadian government was looking for a new fighter aircraft to replace the F-86 Sabre. Canadair Ltd. was selected to produce 200 strike, reconnassaince versions of the Lockheed designed F-104 Starfighter.
In March 1962, the CF-104 entered Canadian service. In the RCAF it was used primarily for low-level strike and reconnaissance. Of the nine CF-104 RCAF squadrons, eight were stationed in Europe as part of Canada's NATO commitment. From 1962 to 1971, the CF-104 were equipped for a possible nuclear strike role in the event of conflict with Warsaw Pact forces. After 1971, with the nuclear strike role removed, the CF-104 took up a conventional attack role with rockets and bombs.
In the late 1970s, the Canadian Forces realized that a replacement for its aging fighter aircraft would be needed. The chosen aircraft was the CF-118 Hornet, which began to replace the Starfighter in 1982.
During the 1960s, the Museum's dual seat Starfighter operated out of Cold Lake, Alberta, as part of the No. 6 Operational
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Specifications
Tail #: 104646 Model: D Mark I
Wingspan: 6.68 m, Length: 16.69 m.
Height: 4.11 m
Max Weight: 13510 kg
Max Speed: 2334 km/h
Crew: 1 or 2 pilots in ejection seats
Role: fighter (strike), photo-reconnaissance, trainer
In service: 1962-1986
No d'immatriculation: 104646 Model: D Mark: I
Envergure: 6,68 m, Longueur: 16,69 m,
Hauteur: 4,11 m
Masse maximale: 13510 kg
Vitesse maximale 2334 km/h
Équipage: 1 ou 2 pilotes en sièges ejectables
Rôole: chassuer (d'attaque), reconnaissance
photographique, entraînement
En service: 1962-1986
Erected by National Air Force Museum of Canada.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Air & Space • Patriots & Patriotism • War, Cold. A significant historical month for this entry is March 1962.
Location. 44° 6.896′ N,
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., May 12, 2025
2. CF-104 Starfighter and Marker
Regionally, this marker is in Eastern Ontario and specifically in Southeastern Ontario. It is also in Central Canada. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony, the Viceroyalty of New France, the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, and Rupert’s Land.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: CF-104 Starfighter Aviators Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Canadian Victoria Cross Winners (a few steps from this marker); 407 Demon Squadron (a few steps from this marker); CF-116 Freedom Fighter (a few steps from this marker); MiG-21 (a few steps from this marker);
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., May 12, 2025
3. CF-104 Starfighter
More about this marker. Admission required, and the outdoor Air Park is closed during inclement weather.
Also see . . .
1. Canadair Starfighter (Lockheed). (Submitted on May 14, 2025, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio.)
2. National Air Force Museum of Canada. (Submitted on May 14, 2025, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio.)
Credits. This page was last revised on May 14, 2025. It was originally submitted on May 14, 2025, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio. This page has been viewed 107 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 14, 2025, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio.
