The Navy needs Maverick. The kid needs Maverick. That’s why I fought for you. That’s why you’re still here.
It’s not what I am, it’s who I am. How do I teach that.[to Ice]
It’s not the plane, it’s the pilot.
Easy, Maverick. Let’s try not to get fired on the first day.
You told me not to think.[Maverick: I saved your life. That’s the whole point. What the hell were you even thinking?]
With all due respect, sir. I’m not a teacher.[to Cyclone]
Trust your instincts. Don’t think, just do.[to Rooster]
This is a nice moment. Let’s not ruin it.[Ice: One last thing. Who’s the better pilot, you or me?]
Watch now on:
Someone’s not coming back from this.
Maybe so, sir. But not today.[Hammer: The end is inevitable, Maverick. Your kind is headed for extinction.]
I don’t sail boats. I land on them.[to Penny]
Highly decorated captain.[Amelia Benjamin: Captain, still?]
