For the first time I was flying by jet propulsion.
ADOLF GALLANDMany to whom the first victory over the opponent has been long denied either by unfortunate circumstances
More Adolf Galland Quotes
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I was to give proof that this jet was a superior fighter.
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“He who wants to protect everything, protects nothing,” is one of the fundamental rules of defense.
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You could smell them because of the oil they were burning.
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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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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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Many to whom the first victory over the opponent has been long denied either by unfortunate circumstances
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Superior technical achievements – used correctly both strategically and tactically
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We have built a total of about 1250 of this aircraft, but only fifty were allowed to be used as fighters
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I would like to mention that I have flown the 262 first in May ‘43.
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Attack even from a position of inferiority, to disrupt the enemy’s plans.
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The German Luftwaffe always fought without any reserves.
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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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I made a written report which is still today in existence.
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An excellent weapon and luck had been on my side.
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Flying is more than a sport and more than a job
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