As a fighter pilot I know from my own experiences how decisive surprise and luck can be for success
ADOLF GALLANDThis was my impression.
More Adolf Galland Quotes
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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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Accompanied by a whistling sound, my jet shot through the air.
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For the first time I was flying by jet propulsion.
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If we could have had in ’44, ah, let’s say three hundred operational
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Flying is pure passion and desire, which fill a lifetime.
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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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If we would have had the 262 at our disposal – even with all the delays
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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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This is also the reason why we have pilots with extremely high numbers of victories.
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I had to inspect all fighter units in Russia, Africa, Sicily, France, and Norway. I had to be everywhere.
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Attack even from a position of inferiority, to disrupt the enemy’s plans.
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The battle is tough but if you reach where you want to go, then at least in some sense it is worth it.
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Nine g’s is good, if the pilot can stand it.
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No engine vibrations. No torque and no lashing sound of the propeller.
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The first rule of all air combat is to see the opponent first.
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