I had to inspect all fighter units in Russia, Africa, Sicily, France, and Norway. I had to be everywhere.
ADOLF GALLANDAnd most of these pilots were lost during the first five flights.
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Only in the spirit of attack, born in a brave heart,
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This is also the reason why we have pilots with extremely high numbers of victories.
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The German Luftwaffe always fought without any reserves.
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Superior technical achievements – used correctly both strategically and tactically
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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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The colossus of World War II seemed to be like a pyramid turned upside down
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I made a written report which is still today in existence.
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That day we could have stopped the American daytime bombing offensive, that’s for sure.
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And most of these pilots were lost during the first five flights.
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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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And that’s when we did it. I think we did it.
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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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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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