TF-104G-M "N991SF" "Starfighters" during tests fights at Grosseto June 16, 2023

TF-104G, MM54258, construction number 583H-5209, model 583-10-20, built by Lockheed

The Aeronautica Militare Italiana (Italian Air Force) celebrated the 100th anniversary of its founding as an independent air arm on weekend June 16th/19th, 2023 
with three-days of fabulous flying and festivities at Pratica di Mare Air Base, a few miles southwest of Rome. 
For the occasion, the Italian Air Force showcased the majority of its modern assets alongside several, long-retired but well loved types from its history.

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