It was retired from active service in 2004, though several F-104s remain in civilian operation with Florida-based Starfighters Inc. ... Lockheed F-104 Starfighter. F-104 Starfighter Royal Netherlands Air Force F-104G Starfighter in flight, 1963 RoleAir superiority fighter Fighter-bomber National originUnited States ManufacturerLockheed 10 more rows