Because of its independence of surface limitations and its superior speed the airplane is the offensive weapon par excellence.
Giulio DouhetTo conquer the command in the air means victory; to be beaten in the air means defeat.
Giulio DouhetVictory smiles upon those who anticipate the change in the character of war, not upon those who wait to adapt themselves after the changes occur.
Giulio DouhetThe one effective method of defending one's own territory from an offensive by air is to destroy the enemy's air power with the greatest possible speed.
Giulio DouhetYou'll be scared! Sure you'll be scared. Who wouldn't fear having their head completely blown off.
Giulio DouhetI have a mathematical certainty that the future will confirm my assertion that aerial warfare will be the most important element in future wars, and that in consequence not only will the importance of the Independent Air Force rapidly increase, but the importance of the army and navy will decrease in proportion.
Giulio Douhet