It is true to say that the first kill can influence the whole future career of a fighter pilot.
ADOLF GALLANDThe 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.
More Adolf Galland Quotes
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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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I made a written report which is still today in existence.
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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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It’s unbelievable what one squadron of twelve aircraft did to tip the balance.
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At this time, the aircraft was completely secret.
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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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Or by bad luck can suffer from frustration or develop complexes they may never rid themselves of again.
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Attack even from a position of inferiority, to disrupt the enemy’s plans.
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The colossus of World War II seemed to be like a pyramid turned upside down
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The first rule of all air combat is to see the opponent first.
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You could smell them because of the oil they were burning.
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Flying is more than a sport and more than a job
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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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Perhaps even more important than being a good pilot; to make the best use of this system.
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Flying is pure passion and desire, which fill a lifetime.
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