F104 starfighter nicknamed the widowmaker it had a high accident rate due to its poor handling characteristics and lack of safety features earning it a notorious reputation
Mcdonnell douglas f101 voodoo despite being designed for longrange escort missions it fell short due to its underwhelming performance and reliability issues making it a disappointment for the military
Mitsubishi f1 originally intended for ground attack missions it suffered from a lack of power and agility rendering it ineffective in combat situations and leading to its early retirement
Convair f102 delta dagger plagued by numerous technical problems and a subpar performance record it failed to live up to expectations as an interceptor aircraft during its service life
Dassault mirage iii although initially successful in sales it became obsolete quickly with advancements in technology highlighting its shortcomings in terms of speed range and armament
Yakovlev yak38 touted as a vertical takeoff and landing vtol aircraft its complex design and limited capabilities made it impractical for combat situations resulting in its shortlived operational service
Grumman f11f tiger despite its sleek appearance it was plagued by engine issues and poor performance ultimately overshadowed by other fighter jets of its era leading to its early retirement
