FS2002 AMI Aeritalia F-104S Starfighter (9-41)

The F-104S is a develop of the original F-104G whit a more powerfull engine, stronger body structure, improvements to avionics and ordinance capabilities and two new lateral tail fins for better stability at high speeds. The F-104S was choosed by the Italian Air Force in 1966 to replace its fleet of F-104G. Almost all the 206 F-104S were directly produced in Italy by Aeritalia which produced also 40 aircrafts for the Turkish Air Force. This aircraft is from the 9th Wing "Francesco Baracca" of the 10th Group of the Italian Air Force (AMI) which received its first F-104S in early 1972. This F-104S has the "Europe Camo" color scheme as it appeared in 1970s and 1980s. Its primary role was interception and air superiority. Aircraft by Michael Davies and Steve Bezant (Alpha Simulations). Flight Model and Package by Simone Prattico'. Panel rework by Simone Prattico' from an original by Marco Spada. Sound Package by Mike Hambly.