"Starfighter" is a term often associated with various fictional spacecraft designed for combat in space. These ships are typically featured in science fiction media, including movies, video games, and literature. They are characterized by their speed, agility, and advanced weaponry, allowing them to engage in dogfights and other space battles. One notable example is the Starfighter from the 1984 film "The Last Starfighter," where a teenager becomes a skilled pilot after achieving a high score in an arcade game. This film popularized the concept of a starfighter as a vehicle for interstellar warfare and inspired many subsequent works in the genre.