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The successful final test flight of the spnt-40 Wrath of God strategic bomber means that half a year later, this aircraft can be produced incrementally at a rate of ten per month until the speed of mass production can meet the needs of its use.

the demands of a global "sexual" war.

However, Zhang Shusheng was not in a hurry to leave Shangzhou Military Airport. As a testing ground for new weapons of the domestic air force, it has gathered almost all types of domestic aircraft types, from the oldest fighter jets to the latest Wrath of God bombers.

And the Tianlong jet fighter, which is still top secret.

Since the republic's first jet fighter was tested and finalized in early 1941, after three years of development and accumulation, this jet fighter has reached a certain scale in terms of monthly output and the number of equipment in active service.

Early the next day, Zhang Shusheng, accompanied by Major General Zhang Chaomin, the person in charge of the Shangzhou Airport Base, inspected the aircraft at the airport.

Three years ago: Zhang Chaomin was just a senior colonel of the Air Force, responsible for X-machine engineering. Last year, due to his excellent management experience in engineering project management and aircraft test missions, he was promoted to major general of the Air Force, responsible for managing the Air Force located deep in the mountains of Shangzhou.

New weapons testing base.[

Zhang Chaomin briefly introduced to Zhang Shusheng the overall situation of the current domestic air force equipment in active service and under development.

"Chairman, the current equipment in active service of the Republic of China Air Force is mainly composed of third-generation aircraft and jet fighters.

The first-generation aircraft, the J-1 and H-1, as well as this series of prototypes, have all been withdrawn from active service. In addition to some equipment in air force academies and pilot schools, a considerable number of aircraft have entered pilot clubs across the country. This

Although the "performance" of this aircraft is generally lagging behind domestically, from an international perspective, except for the wealthy Americans, other countries have aircraft of the same type, or even much worse ones, in service. Therefore, putting them into training is enough to ensure

Our pilots started no worse than others.

The aircraft types currently in service in the Air Force have been developed using the J-Fighter and the H-Pin fighter as templates. For example, in the Naval Aviation: J-2 fighter jets and HH-2 bombers, all of which have a relatively large number of equipment.

Using these two aircraft as prototypes, there are a considerable number of ground attack aircraft -2 attack aircraft, sea torpedo attack aircraft H-2 torpedo attack aircraft, ordinary battlefield reconnaissance aircraft and jerky reconnaissance aircraft.

As for the third-generation aircraft, due to the basically all-metal structure, the number of equipment of the third-generation aircraft is increasing, and there are many models that can be modified. The prototype aircraft has the potential of a general-purpose model.

For the Air Force, J-3 Fighter Aircraft, H-Gewu medium-range bomber, FH-3 dive bomber, U-3 frontline reconnaissance aircraft, -3 electronic jammer, Seahawk high-altitude and high-speed reconnaissance aircraft, Tianfu radar early warning aircraft.

In addition, the Xiajinbu Thor bomber developed from the specialized transport aircraft "Moving Mountains" type transport aircraft, and the newly designed Xiamen Wrath strategic bomber are also important members. Of course, there are also some smaller models, such as

H-1,2 bomber modified water patrol, anti-submarine aircraft, etc.”

Having said this, Zhang Chaomin paused slightly, pointed to the parking space in the distance, and said an aircraft covered by a rain-proof canvas, "In addition to traditional propeller aircraft, our aircraft are the Tianlong jets that were gradually mass-produced three years ago.

Fighting bull machine."

"An, go take a look."

Zhang Shusheng pointed to the covered aircraft and said that he had not seen much of the Republic's Tianlong jet fighters since they were finalized and mass-produced.

In order to keep it secret, this latest jet fighter only conducts flight training over the prairie or large desert and sparsely populated mountainous areas.

Over the past three years, batches of jet fighter pilots were selected and trained secretly. Up to now, both the number of Tianlong fighters and the number of jet fighter pilots are very impressive.

"Okay, Chairman." Zhang Chaomin said as he walked, "Within three years, our Tianlong jet fighter has basically achieved mass and rapid production capabilities." Although I don't know how large the number and production scale of this aircraft are,

But the chairman of the committee should have received the report, haha."

"It's worthy of a battle," Zhang Shusheng nodded.

He recalled the air force development report he had seen not long ago. The number of current Tianlong jet fighters that can normally take off for combat is about 100, while the number of Tianlong aircraft that can be used for both training and combat is about 100,000.

The total number is around the frame.

Mainly stationed in Shaanxi, Southwest, Hanking, Guangdong and other places.

This number does not seem to be much. Compared with the thousands or even tens of thousands of aircraft currently owned by various warring countries, it is a completely small number. After all, the number of standing aircraft in each country needs to be deducted from daily battle losses.

However, the production difficulty and cost of jet fighters are much higher than that of propeller aircraft for combat purposes. For the current domestically produced Tianlong jet fighter, the cost of a single aircraft is about SGD 80,000-90,000, which is about NT$120,000 to NT$14,000.

million dollars.

According to Zhang Shusheng's estimate and the analysis on the report, the cost of aircraft should be slightly reduced during larger-scale mass production. By then, even if the Soviet, American, and German jet fighters are put into production, among the four countries' fighter jets

, the one with the highest cost performance and the lowest single-machine cost is still China. Even if the Soviet Union produces it nationally and the other two countries produce it during wartime, China's aircraft manufacturing model similar to national production still has great advantages.[

According to the current production rate, the monthly output of engines is about 100,000 units. If wartime production is immediately entered, it can be increased to the level of materials or even test benches within two months. The output of jet fighters is naturally limited by the engine

In terms of production, excluding the number of engines for routine maintenance, the number of new aircraft will be lower than this number.

"If we join World War II later next year, then we will at least have Tianlong jet fighters to help us." Zhang Shusheng secretly estimated the progress of the jet fighter projects of the four or five countries of the United States, Japan, the Soviet Union, and Britain. Since the war in World War II was more intense than originally planned,

The history of the war is too strong, and various new weapons have appeared on the stage one after another. Especially the two sides, led by Germany and the United States, have begun to exert their full strength, and many new weapons have entered the war stage earlier than in the original history.

By this time late next year, he estimates that the Americans will have about 300 to 500 more mature F-80 Predator jet fighters, and the Germans will be equipped with about 200 Me265 Heavy Rain jet fighters: and the Japanese 1

The Soviets' "Sakura" and "Iron Sickle" and the British's "Northern Lights" fighter jets may have produced the first batch of aircraft as early as 1944.

Comparatively speaking, among several countries, except for China's jet fighter jets, which were the earliest to develop and fly, the earliest to mass-produce, and the earliest to train and accumulate pilots, the Americans have the fastest development, and the Germans have a tendency to catch up from behind.

The British technology was supported by the Americans. The Soviets developed the MiG-9 "Sickle" and fighter jets behind closed doors. The Japanese began to obtain technology from the Germans.

While Zhang Chaomin introduced, he led Zhang Shusheng to the side of the Tianlong fighter jet.

The ground crew who had been waiting nearby quickly removed the rain cover, revealing a silver-white Tianlong jet fighter "TL011"

Zhang Shusheng walked to the side of the plane and touched the metallic Tianlong fighter. After a rest, he found that although this plane was very similar to the prototype he had seen three years ago, the details had become more detailed.

It's perfect.

For example, the aviation machine guns and cannons under the wings and belly are no longer the old models from three years ago, but newly developed ones. They are superior in shooting stability, shooting speed and reliability.

’ is much stronger.

"The rocket nest is finally installed."

Next to the cannon, Zhang Shusheng saw a rocket nest.

"Yes, Chairman, in order to strengthen the Tianlong fighter's ground attack firepower, Tianlong fighter scientists moved rockets onto the Tianlong without affecting the overall combat performance of the aircraft."

Zhang Chaomin explained, "Currently, there are two main types of jet aircraft: fighter jets and reconnaissance aircraft."

Zhang Shusheng nodded. This is true. At present, bombers can completely use propeller aircraft. The limited jet fighters can be used as bombers. Attack aircraft are a waste. After all, compared with jet aircraft and propeller aircraft, the output and cost of the two are

The difference is huge. As long as one side of the war has gained higher air supremacy, even the oldest wooden propeller fighter planes can bully the other side.

"Chairman, this aircraft has been equipped with the latest aircraft radar. Although the range is not ideal, it still has a strong advance for propeller aircraft or future jet fighters from countries such as the United States, the Soviet Union, and Japan.

Discover abilities."

"Yes, it is a trend to put radar on a single aircraft. The Americans are also starting to put radar on aircraft. Their jet fighter Xiangyue needs to be improved in the future. Aircraft radar is mentioned."

Zhang Shusheng certainly knows the importance of aircraft radar. Finding the enemy in advance and occupying a superior altitude will be one of the important helpers in future air battles.

When he was in Hanking, Zhang Shusheng would occasionally play a full simulation game of flying a jet fighter when he had free time. He often drove the TL-1 jet fighter in front of him in the game.

However, he would not rashly propose to fly the plane himself. After all, safety considerations are not something he can just say. This will bring a lot of trouble to the security department of the Security Council.

But taking a ride on this kind of plane was one of his thoughts during this trip.

"The super test pilot named Xu Binggang is still at the base, right?" Zhang Shusheng asked, recalling in his mind three years ago, when he met this super test pilot, his first impression was very good and his character was very good.

』Yes, filial, and very good at flying.

"Chairman, Comrade Xu Binggang is now the captain of the test flight team of our base. He is responsible for both the test flight of new fighter aircraft and the training of elite test pilots. Chairman, do you want to see him?" Zhang Chaomin asked.[

"Well, call him here, I will test him, haha." Zhang Shusheng smiled, but did not say what he thought.

A few minutes later, a "Gecko" combat vehicle drove over. A "fully armed" pilot jumped out of the combat vehicle, walked over, and saluted: "Report to the chairman of the committee, the test flight of the Shangzhou Air Force New Weapons Test Base."

Captain, Air Force Colonel Xu Binggang is reporting to you."

"Take a break and stand at attention." Zhang Shusheng nodded with satisfaction. This man has an air of ace, his eyes are like a goshawk in the clouds, and he has a kind of sharpness. Judging from his face, he looks more mature than he did three years ago.

For some, the changes are not big.

"Well, as one of the best pilots in our army and the best ace test pilot, Comrade Xu Binggang, your flying skills are very high." Zhang Shusheng admired, and then continued without waiting for his reply, "Now I leave it to you

You have a mission."

"Please give instructions, Chairman, to ensure that the mission is completed." Xu Binggang saluted. A mission ordered by the Chairman himself is rare in the world and is definitely an honor. As for his flying ability, he asked himself, among the ace pilots in the army, whether it is

In actual combat or simulated air combat, there are no more than ten people who can defeat him.

Although an ace test pilot is not necessarily an ace in air combat, Xu Binggang is a capable pilot.

Zhang Shusheng: "This task is very simple. I just saw that this TL0-1 jet fighter is a two-seater training type. I will give you one day. Tomorrow, you will fly it to take off, and I will sit in the back cabin."

Huh? Xu Binggang was dumbfounded for a moment. If this was another mission, even if it was to go to the battlefield immediately, he would not be afraid and would be completely confident to complete it. But if he flew a plane to take the Chairman to the sky, it would not be a trivial matter, but a political incident.

event.

How dare he agree to this kind of thing? But he had already agreed to the chairman of the committee just now, how could he change his mind?

Xu Binggang was speechless and could only look at Zhang Chaomin aside.

Zhang Chaomin was slightly stunned and then whispered, "Chairman, this is not good. The safety of the Chairman is the most important, but jet fighters are different from propeller planes after all. They are too fast, and they were only equipped two or three years ago."

In just a few years..."

"You, hehe, Chairman is also a human being. If a pilot can fly on it, I can naturally do it too. If the plane is not safe enough, then we should not simply let the pilot take risks in the sky every day." After Zhang Shusheng finished speaking, he called the security department.

An adjutant asked him to evaluate the matter.

From time to time, the adjutant came back and saluted, "Chairman, I just discussed it with two security experts and scientists at the base. From the aircraft performance, daily flight data, and Comrade Xu Binggang's personal

Judging from the flight conditions, flight safety can be guaranteed, and this aircraft is equipped with a new generation of parachute escape system. However, for absolute safety, the chairman still has to think twice."
To be continued...