We have built a total of about 1250 of this aircraft, but only fifty were allowed to be used as fighters
ADOLF GALLANDWe have built a total of about 1250 of this aircraft, but only fifty were allowed to be used as fighters
ADOLF GALLANDMany to whom the first victory over the opponent has been long denied either by unfortunate circumstances
ADOLF GALLANDMany pilots of the time were the opinion that a fighter pilot in a closed cockpit was an impossible thing, because you should smell the enemy.
ADOLF GALLANDAttack even from a position of inferiority, to disrupt the enemy’s plans.
ADOLF GALLANDI first knew of the existence of this aircraft only early in ‘42 – even in my position.
ADOLF GALLANDAccompanied by a whistling sound, my jet shot through the air.
ADOLF GALLANDI made a written report which is still today in existence.
ADOLF GALLANDIt’s unbelievable what one squadron of twelve aircraft did to tip the balance.
ADOLF GALLANDFlying is pure passion and desire, which fill a lifetime.
ADOLF GALLANDTo be successful, the best fighter pilot needs both.
ADOLF GALLANDToday it is even more important to dominate the . . . highly sophisticated weapon systems
ADOLF GALLANDOnly in this way can the eager and skillful fighter pilot display his ability.
ADOLF GALLANDI was to give proof that this jet was a superior fighter.
ADOLF GALLANDI had to inspect all fighter units in Russia, Africa, Sicily, France, and Norway. I had to be everywhere.
ADOLF GALLANDPerhaps even more important than being a good pilot; to make the best use of this system.
ADOLF GALLANDAt this time, the aircraft was completely secret.
ADOLF GALLAND