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.
ADOLF GALLANDIt’s unbelievable what one squadron of twelve aircraft did to tip the balance.
More Adolf Galland Quotes
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For the first time I was flying by jet propulsion.
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Accompanied by a whistling sound, my jet shot through the air.
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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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Superior technical achievements – used correctly both strategically and tactically
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When I was fired from my post as General of the Fighter Arm
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I have a photocopy of it, and I am saying that in production this aircraft could perhaps substitute for three propeller- driven aircraft of the best existing type.
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The German Luftwaffe always fought without any reserves.
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You could smell them because of the oil they were burning.
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Aggressive spirit, joy of action, and the passion of the hunter.
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This is also the reason why we have pilots with extremely high numbers of victories.
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Today it is even more important to dominate the . . . highly sophisticated weapon systems
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The war was lost perhaps, when it was started. At least it was lost in the winter of ’42, in Russia.
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I made a written report which is still today in existence.
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This was my impression.
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That day we could have stopped the American daytime bombing offensive, that’s for sure.
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Which in the long run comes only to the one who combines daring with cool thinking.
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I would like to mention that I have flown the 262 first in May ‘43.
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Many to whom the first victory over the opponent has been long denied either by unfortunate circumstances
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Perhaps even more important than being a good pilot; to make the best use of this system.
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Never abandon the possibility of attack.
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This aircraft didn’t have any priority in design or production.
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I was to give proof that this jet was a superior fighter.
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Tie him to a narrow and confined task, rob him of his initiative, and you take away from him the best and most valuable qualities he posses
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It’s unbelievable what one squadron of twelve aircraft did to tip the balance.
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This often results in improving one’s own position.
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Nine g’s is good, if the pilot can stand it.
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