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But remember this, Japanese boy... airplanes are not tools for war. They are not for making money. Airplanes are beautiful dreams. Engineers turn dreams into reality.
Hayao Miyazaki
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Hayao Miyazaki emphasizes the beauty and creativity of airplanes rather than their utility in war or business.

This quote by Hayao Miyazaki reflects on the intrinsic beauty of airplanes, highlighting that they should be seen as embodiments of human dreams and creativity rather than mere instruments for conflict or profit. Miyazaki, known for his imaginative storytelling, urges us to appreciate the artistry and passion that goes into engineering and the realization of our aspirations through technology.

Themes

AirplanesDreamsCreativityEngineeringBeauty

In practice

Example use cases

This quote can be used to inspire students in an aviation class to appreciate the artistry of flight.

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