I would like to mention that I have flown the 262 first in May ‘43.
ADOLF GALLANDFor the first time I was flying by jet propulsion.
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For the first time I was flying by jet propulsion.
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This often results in improving one’s own position.
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Flying is pure passion and desire, which fill a lifetime.
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Many pilots of the time were the opinion that a fighter pilot in a closed cockpit was an impossible thing, because you should smell the enemy.
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Today it is even more important to dominate the . . . highly sophisticated weapon systems
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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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Attack even from a position of inferiority, to disrupt the enemy’s plans.
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It is true to say that the first kill can influence the whole future career of a fighter pilot.
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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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Aggressive spirit, joy of action, and the passion of the hunter.
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This aircraft didn’t have any priority in design or production.
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When I was fired from my post as General of the Fighter Arm
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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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Perhaps even more important than being a good pilot; to make the best use of this system.
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