I first knew of the existence of this aircraft only early in ‘42 – even in my position.
ADOLF GALLANDThe war was lost perhaps, when it was started. At least it was lost in the winter of ’42, in Russia.
More Adolf Galland Quotes
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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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Which in the long run comes only to the one who combines daring with cool thinking.
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At this time, the aircraft was completely secret.
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I was to give proof that this jet was a superior fighter.
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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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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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Flying is more than a sport and more than a job
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Never abandon the possibility of attack.
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Will bring success to any fighter aircraft, no matter how highly developed it may be.
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This often results in improving one’s own position.
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Attack even from a position of inferiority, to disrupt the enemy’s plans.
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It’s unbelievable what one squadron of twelve aircraft did to tip the balance.
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Accompanied by a whistling sound, my jet shot through the air.
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An excellent weapon and luck had been on my side.
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If we would have had the 262 at our disposal – even with all the delays
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