This Starfighter was written off after a crash at San Pablo bay, California. Pilot Capt. James J. "Jim" Kleckner was ok. Jim Kleckner stated in 2005 that he was on a night GCA, 1500 ft, final approach. He had the T.O. flaps extended and gear up. He heard an explosion, and lost electrical power. Engine was running but winding down. He was at 3000 feet and made a grab for the RAT but got manual gear in release in stead. Which didn't help much. He glanced at the airspeed and it was going through 150 KIAS as he pulled the ejection handle. He landed in San Pablo Bay, got in his raft and was picked up after spending 45 minutes in the water. The aircraft crashed in the mud flats at the North end of San Pablo Bay.
The USAF accident report revealed: On 6 Apr 1959 following a night team training round robin exercise lasting approximately 45 minutes, aircraft made Point Reyes recovery to Hamilton AFB, CA when a mild internal explosion occurred, followed by complete electrical and power failure. Pilot was unable to air start and ejected at approx 1,500 feet. Pilot landed in water 2 to 4 feet deep and was safe.  Aircraft crashed into San Pablo Bay and was destroyed 5 miles NE of Hamilton AFB, CA. 

A very rare photo showing F-104A 56-765 taxying to the runway of Hamilton Air Force Base together with 56-769 for an air demonstration, likely during an open house. It was taken by Mr. Larkins on March 18th, 1959, three weeks before this Starfighter was lost. Its 83st FIS badge on the tail has been gone.... (Photo : Larkins)

Newpaper article about the 56-765 accident. Click on it to enlarge. It is clearly seen that the aircraft landed in the muddy part of the bay. The serial is clearly seen on the wreckage. (Photo by D. Jensen)