You could smell them because of the oil they were burning.
ADOLF GALLANDSuperior technical achievements – used correctly both strategically and tactically
More Adolf Galland Quotes
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During the Battle of Britain the question “fighter or fighter-bomber?” had been decided once and for all
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Like the hunter who stalks his prey and maneuvers himself unnoticed into the most favourable position for the kill
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The fighter can only be used as a bomb carrier with lasting effect when sufficient air superiority has been won.
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No engine vibrations. No torque and no lashing sound of the propeller.
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I had to inspect all fighter units in Russia, Africa, Sicily, France, and Norway. I had to be everywhere.
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I would like to mention that I have flown the 262 first in May ‘43.
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Flying is pure passion and desire, which fill a lifetime.
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The first rule of all air combat is to see the opponent first.
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The fighter in the opening of a dogfight must detect the opponent as early as possible in order to attain a superior position for the attack.
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Their element is to attack, to track, to hunt, and to destroy the enemy.
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Accompanied by a whistling sound, my jet shot through the air.
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To be successful, the best fighter pilot needs both.
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Only in the spirit of attack, born in a brave heart,
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At this time, the aircraft was completely secret.
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If we would have had the 262 at our disposal – even with all the delays
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