Edward Rickenbacker Quotes

A collection of quotes by Edward Rickenbacker.

Edward Rickenbacker was born on October 8, 1890, in Columbus, Ohio. He had a remarkable and diverse career as an American fighter pilot, race car driver, and aviation executive. Rickenbacker's early passion for automobiles led him to become a successful race car driver, earning him the nickname "Fast Eddie." With the outbreak of World War I, he transitioned into aviation and joined the U.S. Army Air Service in 1917.

Rickenbacker quickly distinguished himself as an exceptional pilot and eventually became America's most successful fighter ace of the war, attaining 26 aerial victories. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his extraordinary bravery. After the war, Rickenbacker formed his own automobile company, which unfortunately failed during the Great Depression. However, his aviation career was far from over.

In 1934, Rickenbacker was appointed as the general manager of Eastern Air Lines, and he later became its president in 1938. Under his leadership, Eastern Air Lines expanded and became one of the most prominent U.S. airlines. Throughout his tenure, Rickenbacker played a crucial role in the commercial aviation industry's growth and development.

During World War II, Rickenbacker once again contributed to the war effort by serving as a special consultant to the Secretary of War and undertaking several diplomatic missions. After the war, he continued his involvement in Eastern Air Lines until his retirement in 1963.

Edward Rickenbacker passed away on July 23, 1973, but his legacy as a war hero, race car driver, and influential aviation executive remains inspirational to this day.

Courage is doing what you're afraid to do. There can be no c

Courage is doing what you're afraid to do. There can be no courage unless you're scared.

Edward Rickenbacker


Aviation is proof that given, the will, we have the capacity

Aviation is proof that given, the will, we have the capacity to achieve the impossible.

Edward Rickenbacker

Flight Flying

I would rather have a million friends than a million dollars

I would rather have a million friends than a million dollars.

Edward Rickenbacker

Friends

If you think about disaster, you will get it. Brood about de

If you think about disaster, you will get it. Brood about death and you hasten your demise. Think positively and masterfully, with confidence and faith, and life becomes more secure, more fraught with action, richer in achievement and experience.

Edward Rickenbacker

Confidence

The four cornerstones of character on which the structure of

The four cornerstones of character on which the structure of this nation was built are: Initiative, Imagination, Individuality and Independence.

Edward Rickenbacker

Character