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.
ADOLF GALLANDIt’s unbelievable what one squadron of twelve aircraft did to tip the balance.
More Adolf Galland Quotes
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Later when asked what it felt like, I said, “It felt as though angels were pushing”.
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We couldn’t stand it. Not in the airplanes of World War II.
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Of course, the outcome of the war would not have been changed.
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Nine g’s is good, if the pilot can stand it.
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I made a written report which is still today in existence.
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That day we could have stopped the American daytime bombing offensive, that’s for sure.
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Today it is even more important to dominate the . . . highly sophisticated weapon systems
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Superior technical achievements – used correctly both strategically and tactically
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If we would have had the 262 at our disposal – even with all the delays
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During the Battle of Britain the question “fighter or fighter-bomber?” had been decided once and for all
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When I was fired from my post as General of the Fighter Arm
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Attack even from a position of inferiority, to disrupt the enemy’s plans.
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No engine vibrations. No torque and no lashing sound of the propeller.
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Never abandon the possibility of attack.
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Aggressive spirit, joy of action, and the passion of the hunter.
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