Analysis of the F-104 aircraft limitations and operating restrictions,
written by Glen L.”Snake” Reaves – Lockheed Test Pilot
cartoons by P.P. “Pete” Trevisan – FIAT Test Pilot, Lockheed Report 1967
Exceeding the Limitations
Roll Limitations
Acceleration Limitations
Pitch-up
Normal spin
Flat spin
Flame-out
Nozzle Failure to wide, wide open area
Hook worked real fine
“Look Ma’: No Gear”
High sinkrates on final
“Glued to the runway”
“You lost me lead” Formatiom flying
“Two’s in trail” Formatiom flying
Jet Wash – Inverted Go-around
Supersonic formation
Crosswind landing
Energy management
Overriding the kicker
Energy maneuvering
Double attack system
Outstanding !