The MAPS Air Museum has recently received a significant addition to its collection-an F-104D Starfighter from the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. This iconic aircraft, known for its sleek design and high-speed capabilities, served as a training variant for the mighty F-104 Starfighter inteceptor. The arrival of the F-104D marks an exciting moment for the museum, enhancing its display of historic military aircraft and offering visitors a closer look at a piece of aviation history that played a crucial role in training pilots during the Cold War era. This F-104, along with a T-33 were two of the airframes parked outside the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force’s restoration hangar which suffered damage in the February 28th, 2024 storm.