If we would have had the 262 at our disposal – even with all the delays
ADOLF GALLAND“He who wants to protect everything, protects nothing,” is one of the fundamental rules of defense.
More Adolf Galland Quotes
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I made a written report which is still today in existence.
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To use a fighter as a fighter-bomber when the strength of the fighter arm is inadequate to achieve air superiority is putting the cart before the horse.
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Will bring success to any fighter aircraft, no matter how highly developed it may be.
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Attack even from a position of inferiority, to disrupt the enemy’s plans.
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This is also the reason why we have pilots with extremely high numbers of victories.
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Flying is more than a sport and more than a job
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At this time, the aircraft was completely secret.
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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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I would like to mention that I have flown the 262 first in May ‘43.
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Which in the long run comes only to the one who combines daring with cool thinking.
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It’s unbelievable what one squadron of twelve aircraft did to tip the balance.
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And most of these pilots were lost during the first five flights.
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Only in this way can the eager and skillful fighter pilot display his ability.
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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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Only in the spirit of attack, born in a brave heart,
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