F-104 Starfighter Stars and Stripes Unisex Pullover Hoodie
Powered by a single General Electric J79 turbojet, the F-104 was the first U.S. jet fighter in service capable of Mach 2 flight. It was armed with a 20 mm M61 Vulcan cannon and could carry Sidewinder missiles, rockets, conventional bombs or nuclear stores, depending on the variant and mission. Although fast and advanced for its time, the Starfighter had demanding handling characteristics and suffered high accident rates in some air forces.
The Starfighter served with more than a dozen nations, including Canada, West Germany, Italy, Japan and Taiwan. While its U.S. Air Force front-line service was brief, with most active units moving on by the late 1960s, many allied air forces operated upgraded variants for decades. Italy was the final military operator, retiring its last operational F-104s in 2004.
In combat, the F-104 saw limited U.S. use in Vietnam, flying MiG combat air patrol, escort and later ground-attack missions. It also saw combat service with Pakistan during the Indo-Pakistani wars and with Taiwan during the 1967 Taiwan Strait air battle.
Why are the stripes vertical?
Great question - and you're absolutely right that the U.S. flag is usually displayed with horizontal stripes. But in this design, we’ve reimagined the flag as an artistic tribute rather than a literal representation. We chose to depict the flag as if it were hanging vertically from above, similar to how it might appear draped at a hangar entrance or suspended during a ceremony. This vertical orientation allows the iconic silhouette of the aircraft to really shine -with the red and white stripes running the length of the fuselage, it creates a bold, centred look while still honouring the flag’s spirit and symbolism.
Product Details
Product Details | Cotton Heritage M2580 Hoodie
All warbird lovers deserve a comfy hoodie to relax in, so choose one that's soft, smooth, and stylish. It's the ideal pick for those cooler nights!
✈ Side seamed, tightly knit fabric: neater fit and better durability through repeated washes.
✈ Three panel hood with flat draw cords: panelled construction that helps the hood hold its shape over time.
✈ Front pouch pocket with reinforced stitching: practical storage with added strength in high wear points.
✈ Fabric weight: 8.5 oz./yd.² (288.2 g/m²).
✈ 65 percent ring spun cotton and 35 percent polyester, Carbon Grey is 55% ring-spun cotton, 45% polyester: soft feel with reliable shape retention.
✈ 100 percent cotton face: smoother surface for sharper prints and artwork.
Production & Shipping
Manufacturing | Cotton Heritage M2580 Hoodie
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Made to Order
This product is made to order with production beginning once your order has been received. We are, therefore, not able to cancel or amend an order once it has been placed. This includes changes to the shipping address, size, design, or any other specifications. Please review your order details carefully before finalising your purchase.
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Colour and Design Variations
Minor variations in colour and design placement may occur during production. As a result, some design elements may differ slightly in colour or position from it appears onscreen. For more details please see our FAQ page.
Fulfilment and Product Origin
This product ships from the United States, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Latvia, or Canada, depending on your location and stock availability.
The blank product sourced from Pakistan.
This product is produced in a Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP) certified facility.
Care Instructions
Care Instructions | Cotton Heritage M2580 Hoodie
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Machine wash cold, inside-out, gentle cycle with mild detergent and similar colors. Use non-chlorine bleach only when necessary. No fabric softeners. |
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Tumble dry low, or hang-dry for longest life. |
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Cool iron inside-out if necessary. Do not iron decoration. |
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Do not dry clean. |
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