I had to inspect all fighter units in Russia, Africa, Sicily, France, and Norway. I had to be everywhere.
ADOLF GALLANDSuperior technical achievements – used correctly both strategically and tactically
More Adolf Galland Quotes
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I would like to mention that I have flown the 262 first in May ‘43.
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An excellent weapon and luck had been on my side.
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It’s unbelievable what one squadron of twelve aircraft did to tip the balance.
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You could smell them because of the oil they were burning.
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That day we could have stopped the American daytime bombing offensive, that’s for sure.
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I was to give proof that this jet was a superior fighter.
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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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Perhaps even more important than being a good pilot; to make the best use of this system.
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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 war was lost perhaps, when it was started. At least it was lost in the winter of ’42, in Russia.
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For the first time I was flying by jet propulsion.
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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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As a fighter pilot I know from my own experiences how decisive surprise and luck can be for success
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Their element is to attack, to track, to hunt, and to destroy the enemy.
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