40 Quotes from Top Gun: The Most Iconic Phrases From the Series

Liputan6.com, Jakarta - Looking for inspiring quotes from Top Gun? These action-packed movies have given us many memorable lines that fans love to repeat. From the original 1986 movie to the 2022 sequel "Top Gun: Maverick," these quotes have become part of popular culture and continue to inspire audiences worldwide.

"Top Gun," released in 1986, became a classic thanks to its action-packed scenes and strong friendships. Its sequel, "Top Gun: Maverick," came out in 2022 and brought back the same energy and heart. Both movies have quotes from Top Gun that are inspiring, funny, and meaningful. Fans love how these quotes capture the spirit of adventure and teamwork.

In this article, we will share some of the most memorable quotes from Top Gun original movie and its sequel. We gathered these quotes from various sources, MOnday (16/2/2026).

1. "I feel the need, the need for speed." - Maverick

2. "You don't have time to think up there. You think, you're dead." - Maverick

3. "The defense department regrets to inform you that your sons are dead because they were stupid." - Goose

4. "You two really are cowboys." - Iceman

5. "You're everyone's problem. That's because every time you go up in the air, you're unsafe. I don't like you because you're dangerous." - Iceman

6. "It's classified. I'd tell you, but then I'd have to kill you." - Maverick

7. "Maverick, you just did an incredibly brave thing. What you should have done was land your plane! You don't own that plane! The taxpayers do! Son, your ego is writing checks your body can't cash!" - Stinger

8. "Maverick, it's not your flying, it's your attitude. The enemy's dangerous, but right now you're worse. Dangerous and foolish. You may not like who's flying with you, but whose side are you on?" - Iceman

9. "When I fly, I'll have you know that my crew and my plane come first." - Maverick

10. "Remember boys, no points for second place." - Slider

11. "I can see it's dangerous for you, but if the government trusts me, maybe you could." - Maverick

12. "That was some of the best flying I've seen to date — right up to the part where you got killed." - Jester

13. "Every time we go up there, it's like you're flying with a ghost." - Goose

14. "For five weeks, you're gonna fly against the best fighter pilots in the world. You were number two, Cougar was number one. Cougar lost it, turned in his wings. You guys are number one. But you remember one thing. You screw up just this much, you'll be flying a cargo plane full of rubber dog sh#t out of Hong Kong." - Stinger

15. "His fitness report says it all. Flies by the seat of his pants, totally unpredictable." - Jester

16. "First one dies, you die too. But there will be others. You can count it. You gotta let him go. You gotta let him go." - Viper

17. "You're not going to be happy unless you're going Mach 2 with your hair on fire." - Charlie

18. "Maverick, I flew with his old man. Let me ask you something. If you had to go into battle, would you want him with you?" - Viper

19. "God, he loved flying with you, Maverick. But he would've done it anyway... without you. He'd have hated it, but he would've done it." - Carole

20. "The Pentagon sees to it that I know more than you." - Charlie

21. "Sorry, Goose, but it's time to buzz the tower." - Maverick

22. "I gotta give you your dream shot! I'm gonna send you up against the best. You two characters are going to Top Gun." - Stinger

23. "Just want to serve my country, be the best pilot in the Navy, sir." - Maverick

24. "A good pilot is compelled to evaluate what's happened, so he can apply what he's learned. Up there, we gotta push it. That's our job. It's your option, Lieutenant. All yours." - Viper

25. "You didn't give me a chance, did you? You deserved it." - Charlie

1. "The Navy needs Maverick. The kid needs Maverick. That's why I fought for you. That's why you're still here." - Iceman

2. "The future is coming, and you're not in it." - Hammer

3. "It's not the plane, it's the pilot." - Rooster

4. "Naval Aviator is not what I am. It's who I am." - Maverick

5. "Everyone here is the best there is. Who the hell are they going to get to teach us?" - Phoenix

6. "I'm where I belong." - Maverick

7. "Pete, if you lost your wingman up there, you wouldn't give up. You'd keep fighting. Those are your pilots." - Penny

8. "I was trying to be the father he lost. I wish I would have done it better." - Maverick

9. "Captain Mitchell, you're where you belong. Make us proud." - Warlock

10. "He wants mach 10 let's give him mach 10." - Maverick

11. "If I send him on this mission he might never come home. If I don't send him, he'll never forgive me." - Maverick

12. "Easy, Maverick. Let's try not to get fired on the first day." - Maverick

13. "You fly for Top Gun, or your don't fly for the navy ever again." - Cyclone

14. "You're all Top Gun graduates. The elite. The best of the best. That was yesterday. The enemy's new fifth-generation fighter has leveled the playing field." - Warlock

15. "Trust your instincts. Don't think. Just do." - Maverick