F-104G "FN-R" 331 squadron RNoAF intercepting Russian Tupolev Tu-16 "Badger" bomber

F-104G, construction number 683C-4032, model 683-04-10, US serial number 61-2632, built by Lockheed
RF-104G MAP to Norway coded "FN-R" on August 7, 1963 to 331 squadron, modified into F-104G standards at Avio Diepen, Netherlands in 1963
coded "632" from September 1, 1972
crashed coded "632" on December 18, 1980 in deep water at Skjaerstadfjorden 24 km E of Bodo AB with 331 squadron
during a ground controlled approach (GCA) to Bodø Airbase, the plane suffered a substantial loss of engine power
the pilot realized he would not reach the runway and decided to eject, he landed with minor injuries in Valnesfjorden
3.275 flight hours, Lockheed C-2 seat, written off.

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