Steve Fossett Quotes

You have to believe that you are going to succeed with this flight because a water landing would be very dangerous... I'm using the same capsule I've used for seven balloon flights, and it's seaworthy.

- Steve Fossett

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Takeoff was a bit scary, to say the least. I had to use most of the runway to get off the ground. This was particularly hairy, as I couldn't have aborted even if I had wanted to. - Steve Fossett

The damage sustained to the wing last week could have been a real setback for 'The Ultimate Flight' record attempt. The repair was a job for experts, and thankfully, we have the best working on this project. - Steve Fossett

There is a risk in the takeoff. There is a risk during the flight of running out of fuel or other mechanical failure in an experimental aircraft. - Steve Fossett