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I first knew of the existence of this aircraft only early in ‘42 – even in my position.

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This aircraft didn’t have any priority in design or production.
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This often results in improving one’s own position.
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As a fighter pilot I know from my own experiences how decisive surprise and luck can be for success
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I first knew of the existence of this aircraft only early in ‘42 – even in my position.
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Later when asked what it felt like, I said, “It felt as though angels were pushing”.
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