Why This Jet Killed So Many Pilots?

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This video explores a masterpiece of aerospace engineering, a supersonic jet that redefined what was possible in aviation history. Created by the legendary Skunk Works project team at Lockheed Martin, it was the fastest aircraft of its time, pushing the boundaries of flight. This engineering documentary highlights its groundbreaking design and legendary achievements. In this video, we dive deep into the true reasons behind its catastrophic accident rate. From the radical “missile with a man in it” design, to the lethal combination of tiny wings, the treacherous T-tail, unreliable early J79 engines, and the infamous downward-firing ejection seat. We’ll also uncover how Germany’s decision to use the aircraft as a low-level strike jet created the perfect storm that turned a record-breaker into a national tragedy. ⚠️This video was created for educational and historical purposes only. I do not endorse or promote war, violence, or any form of military aggression. War is bad.⚠️ 📌 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to F-104 01:28 What Led to Its Creation 02:41 Design of the Starfighter 03:47 The Terrible Cost of Performance 05:54 Technical Failures That Turned Deadly 08:32 The German “Widowmaker” Crisis 11:32 Why the F-104 Really Killed So Many Pilots #f104 #starfighter #widowmaker #aviationhistory #coldwar #militaryaviation #fighterjet #lockheed #skunkworks #jetfighter #historicalanalysis #airforce