Chapter 669 Even the richest man also has an aircraft carrier dream

 At the banquet, the atmosphere was still very lively.

"With this kind of aircraft that can disappear without a trace in front of the radar, it will be much easier for us to perform various tasks in the future." Someone came to Qin Tao and said with a smile: "When the early warning aircraft is purchased from you, the composition will be more With a powerful formation, we can make this aircraft play a huge role!”

“Everyone should be careful, some people will be jealous and may use various means to try to destroy these fighters.”

"They don't have this capability. We will arrange these aircraft in a special field airport. No one will find it. When needed, they will drag them out of the hangar and onto the highway runway. How do we protect Dongfeng-3 Yes, we will know how to protect these aircraft."

 Qin Tao nodded.

Even if the US military is stationed here, it is impossible to come into contact with the J-31A fighter. Qin Tao completely believes in the people in front of him, because this fighter, like the Dongfeng-3, is a strategic killer!

Some people should be restless, but it’s useless. Our arms sales are normal, and the Americans can’t say anything.

“I heard that these fighters are carrier-based?” At this moment, someone spoke again.

“Yes, our current mature aircraft are carrier-based aircraft, the land-based version is being tested, and the vertical take-off and landing version is under development.”

Generally speaking, the land-based version is developed first, and then converted to a carrier-based version when necessary. However, Dongfang's stealth aircraft did not take an unusual path in developing it. The carrier-based version was developed first. If you insist on saying so, Why, it probably has something to do with Mingzhou Group being a shipbuilder.

Transforming the carrier-based version into a land-based version actually means simplifying the design. After all, the land-based version does not need a powerful landing gear like a carrier-based aircraft, nor does it need any moisture-proof treatment, etc. The weight is reduced and the performance will be better. outstanding.

Qin Tao thought that the other party was not satisfied with the performance of the aircraft, and continued: "When the second batch is delivered, we should be able to provide you with a land-based version."

"No, no, that's not what I meant." The other party shook his head repeatedly: "I mean, since it is a carrier-based aircraft, it would be too wasteful if we only deploy it on land. Should we purchase an aircraft carrier?"

What?

 The thinking of the big dog owner is indeed different from others! In order not to waste a barrel of high-grade gasoline, you buy a high-performance sports car. In order not to waste the carrier-based performance of these fighters, you buy an aircraft carrier?

In the past, Qin Tao did not deceive Saudi Arabia about aircraft carriers, because this country's equipment is all Western products, and it would be good to use aircraft to open up the market. In terms of warships, others will definitely look down on our own.

Besides, Saudi Arabia is a traditional land country with a huge land area. Although it is adjacent to the sea on both sides, it is a narrow sea area. Their own land-based fighter jets can fly over at any time, and there is no need to use aircraft carriers at all.

 Other countries don't have aircraft carriers because they don't have money. Big dogs definitely don't do it because of money. They really don't need them.

In later generations, because Egypt also had two Mistrals, wealthy owners felt psychologically unbalanced, so they wanted to buy aircraft carriers. However, their first choice was also drone aircraft carriers. After all, the takeoff and landing of carrier-based aircraft was too complicated and dangerous. If **** is too high, they won't take too many risks.

 Old friend Salman spoke.

“Yes, Mr. Qin, if we can have an aircraft carrier, we can better safeguard our maritime rights and interests, and it will be more convenient to perform tasks.”

  Qin Tao just reacted.

 They must have made various plans to protect the safety of these fighters. Once they encounter threats in the future, they will dispatch such stealth fighters, which, like the Dongfeng-3, are enough to deter the enemy.

However, no one can predict the future. Mossad has a very high reputation. Maybe, these fighter planes will be destroyed. Saudi Arabia needs other means to protect these fighter planes.

The aircraft carrier is obviously safer. No matter how powerful the opponent is, it is impossible for the opponent to board the aircraft carrier to carry out various sabotages. Moreover, the aircraft carrier is maneuverable. They can operate the aircraft carrier to any place, such as the south of the Red Sea. When needed, they can move to any place at any time. They can move to the north at night and launch attacks. They can even move to the Mediterranean. Anyway, it is just a matter of crossing the Suez Canal, which is no different from leaving home.

 Because of the introduction of the J-31A, they have new ideas, and Mingzhou Group will also receive a new aircraft carrier order!

"If you need it, of course our Mingzhou Group welcomes it. Detailed design takes time. Now we can talk about the basic data first. The first one is the tonnage. You plan to have a 20,000-ton light aircraft carrier and a 40,000-ton medium-sized aircraft carrier." Aircraft carrier, or a large aircraft carrier of over 60,000 tons?”

If we just solve the problem of availability, a light aircraft carrier of 20,000 tons will be enough to make do. However, with the generous characteristics of big dogs, they will definitely feel that 20,000 tons is too small, while large aircraft carriers of more than 60,000 tons are not suitable for It's a bit too big for them, so considering various factors, a 40,000-ton aircraft carrier should be more suitable for them.

“We want one of about 40,000 tons, slightly larger than the one in Football Country.” Salman said. Obviously, they had discussed it in advance, and this time they were not just talking casually.

“Okay, no problem, what method of take-off and landing do you plan to use?” Qin Tao continued to ask.

“I heard that you have already developed an electromagnetic catapult. Can you equip us with an electromagnetic catapult on the aircraft carrier and then use a plan to arrest the landing?” Salman continued to ask.

Over the years, it is no secret that Dongfang has developed aircraft carrier technology. After all, the wasteland village base is unobstructed, and satellites in the sky can take pictures at any time. We have also seen catapult take-off scenes many times, and the catapults are not risky. White gas, without a doubt, is an electromagnetic catapult.

This technology has matured, and Zhang Zhong said that it has been introduced in the program. Of course, the specific technical details must be kept confidential, and speaking out will definitely mislead people.

It’s no problem to install electromagnetic catapults on them, and you don’t have to worry about being seen through by the Americans. However, Qin Tao, the boss, has to think about his customers.

"Of course there is no problem with this method. The overall layout is similar to that of the Charles de Gaulle. There is no problem for us. However, if you want to use this method, it means that your pilots have to conduct ejection takeoff and arrested landing training. ." Qin Tao said: "During the ejection take-off stage, pilots have to withstand strong overloads. Even US pilots have fainted during ejection. During the landing stage, it is even more dangerous. If there is a slight deviation, It could be a tragedy in which the plane crashes and people are killed.”

 The atmosphere in the banquet hall cooled down, and everyone was thinking about what Qin Tao said.

Aircraft carriers are the most powerful combat machines, but at the same time, aircraft carriers are also very dangerous. Even Americans who have operated aircraft carriers for decades will occasionally make mistakes, resulting in some accidental casualties. If they use this method of takeoff and landing ,Will there be any danger?

 But if this is not used, what other method can be used?

“Mr. Qin, can you give us some advice?” Salman asked.

"Armed landing is the most dangerous. It would be much more convenient if you switch to vertical landing." Qin Tao said: "The aircraft we developed has three types of aircraft, including vertical take-off and landing. If you order A batch of such aircraft will make the landing of carrier-based aircraft very easy."

 Originally, the aircraft carrier was chosen based on the carrier-based aircraft. Now that the idea of ​​the aircraft carrier has come up, it is not impossible for big players to purchase carrier-based aircraft again.

When a fighter jet flies to the mothership at a speed of two to three hundred kilometers per hour and then hits the deck, it is a combination of courage and technology. However, if it is replaced by a vertical landing, it is much simpler. Many countries with aircraft carriers They all use Sea Harriers, and I haven’t heard of any major accidents.

Everyone has thought about this plan, and it seems to be really good.

So far, the sales volume of the carrier-based and land-based models of the J-31A one-machine three models are good, but the vertical take-off and landing model is still unpopular. Taking advantage of this opportunity, it is just right to introduce the vertical take-off and landing model. Sell ​​the carrier-based aircraft!

 This is what Qin Tao had in mind.

In fact, in desert areas, vertical takeoff and landing is not easy to use. During takeoff and landing, yellow sand may be blown up and even sucked into the engine. When the Americans wanted to rescue the hostages, they were prevented from doing so by bad weather. , however, it would be much easier if it was not deployed on land but put on a warship.

"As for the way to take off, you can also choose to take off by ski jump. The overall layout is closer to the British Invincible-class aircraft carrier, but because of the large displacement, we can make a jump to the deck on the left side, while leaving a parking space on the right side. Position, according to the displacement of 40,000 tons, there is no problem in operating twenty or thirty carrier-based aircraft." Qin Tao said: "Of course, the specific choice is in your hands."

  What he was talking about was, of course, the design plan for the Queen-class aircraft carrier.

The ski-jump take-off plan was pioneered by the British. At that time, it was just for operating carrier-based aircraft on small aircraft carriers. In the hands of Lao Maozi, it has been carried forward, and heavy fighter jets can take off by ski-jump.

When the British wanted to restore their former glory and build a more advanced 60,000-ton Queen-class aircraft carrier, they had many considerations and finally used their best ski-jump takeoff and vertical landing plan to operate the F-35 of vertical take-off and landing.

Although the Queen class has a displacement of more than 60,000 tons, looking at the deck, the bow is not wide. A 40,000-ton aircraft carrier can also be designed like this. The left side jumps to the deck and the right side is straight, used as a carrier. The machine's parking area.

"Mr. Qin, we hope that you can design both options for us to choose from." Salman said: "We know that this will require more design fees. Don't worry about this. We will give you whatever price you quote. Pay as much as you want.”

The wealth is thick, the big dog is so embarrassing!

Qin Tao nodded: "Okay, then, our second design office will send someone to contact you to discuss the specific design plan. At the same time, I will also contact the country and, if possible, invite you to go At our Badland Village base, experience takeoff and landing training on our trainer aircraft, which will allow you to make a better choice.”

Go to the Wasteland Village base and experience the takeoff and landing of an aircraft carrier! The United States will never give this kind of treatment. Only their die-hard allies, such as the United Kingdom, will select some pilots to train at U.S. aircraft carrier bases.

 The East is really interesting, Mr. Qin is our good friend!

Salman raised the juice in his hand: "Thank you, Mr. Qin!"

Wasteland Village is Dongfang's carrier-based aircraft pilot training base. Outsiders were not allowed to enter originally. However, Qin Tao made it clear that he was using trainer aircraft to experience takeoffs and landings, and it was not about contacting other aircraft. It was related to an aircraft carrier. The Navy will definitely support exports.

The banquet was finally over. After leaving the splendid building, there were waves of heat outside. Qin Tao got into the car and returned to his residence.

"President Qin, our naval formation is conducting an exercise. We plan to come over after the exercise is completed. According to the pre-plan, should you go up and take a look?" Xu Zhengyang said to Qin Tao while driving.

“Yes, that’s for sure.” Qin Tao said, “Let’s go home and board the first Chinese ship.”

“China’s first ship? Which one is it?” Xu Zhengyang was a little confused. After all, in this era, 112 has no halo above his head.

“That’s No. 112.” Qin Tao said, “This warship is the beginning of the modernization of our navy.”

Xu Zhengyang nodded: "Okay, let's go to No. 112. I'll make arrangements immediately."

What Qin Tao was talking about today was a big deal. An aircraft carrier order was a big deal for any shipyard. However, it was already commonplace here in Qin Tao. Mingzhou Group could build There is more than one aircraft carrier. The construction period is short, the quality is good, and the payment methods are diverse. It is the favorite of every customer!

 In Xu Zhengyang's eyes, this matter is not as important as Qin Tao's next trip.

However, he still had to mention a few words at the end.

“President Qin, our Navy’s aircraft carrier bidding will begin soon. Does our Second Design Department have the energy to design two different styles of aircraft carriers for Saudi Arabia at the same time?”

"It's just a sketch, not a detailed drawing. Just use the previous changes to make the deck." Qin Tao said: "Even if we still have a friendly price, a design drawing costs 20 million, which is still 40 million. In the past few years, US dollars The value has depreciated a lot. I think it is normal to ask for 60 million or even 80 million. We have to make this money."

The Navy's aircraft carrier project is finally coming up for bidding. Qin Tao is 100% certain that he can get it. This big guy is the one who makes him take action the most.

“Mr. Qin, if Saudi Arabia also places an order, can our shipyard start building two ships at the same time?” Xu Zhengyang continued to remind.

"Of course it's no problem. The worst thing is to free up a spot on the slipway where the natural gas ship is built." Qin Tao said: "Anyway, it is for foreign trade and not for personal use. The confidentiality level can be lowered by one level. If it doesn't work, just use our Built on a floating dock, 40,000 tons of pediatrics.”

That's how things were arranged.

 The next day, in the southern sea of ​​the motherland, a helicopter flew roaringly on the blue sea.

On the plane, Xu Zhengyang was still introducing the situation to Qin Tao.

The countries along the coast of Anxi Bay mainly export oil by sea. Oil tankers with tens of thousands of tons and hundreds of thousands of tons are loaded with crude oil. They set sail from here. After leaving the Anxi Bay, they divided into several roads, one heading east, To reach East Asia, go west, take the Arabian Sea, the Red Sea, the Suez Canal, and then reach Europe through the Mediterranean Sea. If the ship is too big to pass through the Suez Canal, it will have to go around the southern tip of Africa.

At the same time, there are also a large number of cargo ships from Europe and East Asia transporting various industrial and agricultural products to the Bay of Rest, as well as ships from Europe directly to Asia. There are many of these ships on the sea. Anyone who uses the Suez Canal will inevitably through the Gulf of Aden.

 The trumpet-like Gulf of Aden is becoming more and more dangerous.

  Pirates are unscrupulous and can use a variety of weapons, from AK rifles to rocket launchers. They pose the greatest threat to merchant ships. However, merchant ships cannot possess the same weapons. This is the result of considering various factors.

Various ports refuse to allow merchant ships carrying weapons to dock. They have to throw away their weapons before arriving at their destination. This is a complete waste. Moreover, having weapons on board will also increase factors of instability, such as If a certain crew member has a motive and may shoot other crew members, the harm inside is greater than outside.

Soon, Qin Tao saw three warships on the sea in the distance. He couldn't help but sigh: "Our warships are really good!"

"Mr. Qin, your evaluation is really high." Xu Zhengyang said: "Now in China, few people can praise this kind of warship. In their eyes, there is no four-sided phased array radar and vertical launch system. , it is not considered an advanced warship."

"Not all missions require four-sided radar and vertical launch missiles. Although the performance of 112 and 113 is not very advanced, they are the first destroyers we have independently developed beyond the limitations of Soviet warships. They are our countless warship developers. The culmination of hard work and sweat.”

This is a second-generation destroyer. Due to the use of a large amount of Western equipment, its performance has been improved to a higher level. However, it also experienced many twists and turns during its development. The older generation of warship designers were able to make the warship look like this. , is already very rare.

The warships built by the Mingzhou Group are more advanced because of Qin Tao, a time traveler. If Qin Tao was also a person of this era, he would never have invented so many advanced warships, and those old shipbuilding seniors would have to be the main force. .

At this time, Xu Zhengyang was also very emotional when he heard Qin Tao's words.

 The helicopter landed perfectly. When Qin Tao stepped out of the cabin, he saw a pair of adoring eyes.

“Mr. Qin, welcome to our formation for inspection!” Du Yu walked up excitedly and shook hands with Qin Tao.

“I am also honored to participate in this exercise.” Qin Tao said: “You guys have worked hard all the way here.”

 “It’s not hard work, this is our task.”

After the helicopter dropped off the people, it left again. Qin Tao looked at the wide rear deck of the warship and the two helicopter hangars, thoughtfully.

“Mr. Qin, what do you think of our warship?”

“It is very suitable for carrying out this mission.”

 “Oh? Why did you say that?”

“Because it has two hangars.” Qin Tao said: “It can carry two ship-based helicopters. Helicopters are very important in the next operation.”

"Mr. Qin, this is the first time we have carried out this kind of mission. Please tell us about it." Du Yu said: "You have traveled everywhere over the years, and your experience will definitely be richer."

They were the first batch to carry out the mission. Even Lao Maozi's warships had agreed to go together, but they were still far behind. They had to get ahead and there must be no accidents.

 Since receiving the task, they have begun to discuss it, but they know in their hearts that their abilities are still insufficient, and Mr. Qin is more experienced! Now, with Mr. Qin's introduction, it is much more convenient for them to practice on the road.

"I don't have much experience. This is our first time on this kind of mission. However, we can discuss it. Three cobblers are better than Zhuge Liang." Qin Tao was very modest. He looked at the empty flight deck: "We Let’s just talk about it on paper here.”

In an instant, a large group of officers gathered around them, including not only officers from No. 112, but also officers from No. 538 and several from No. 887.

“First of all, we only have three warships and cannot be the personal bodyguards of merchant ships. Therefore, we must first gather various merchant ships in the sea outside and gather them together to act together.” Qin Tao said.

Everyone nodded. If you were to be a bodyguard for every ship, you would be exhausted!

"Secondly, we try to choose to pass during the day. Among our three warships, No. 538 takes the lead, No. 887 is at the end of the formation, and No. 112 is the most maneuverable. As a mobile force, it sails on the left side of the formation when we go. , sailing on the right side of the formation when returning."

Frigate No. 538 is the latest star warship built by Mingzhou Group. However, because it is a frigate, it only uses four diesel engines as power, and its maximum speed is only more than 20 knots. Although the No. 112 seems to be lagging behind, it uses gas turbine power, which has fast speed increase and high top speed. Due to excess power, the maximum speed of the No. 112 destroyer can even reach 32 knots. Therefore, it is most suitable to serve as a mobile protection force.

Everyone nodded repeatedly. They thought of various plans along the way, but none of them were as perfect as Mr. Qin.

“Mr. Qin, we have brought a group of elites from the Marine Corps this time. Can we place a few soldiers on each merchant ship?” an officer asked.

“If it is our merchant ship and you are not afraid of trouble, it is okay to do this. However, I don’t think it makes much sense. We only need to be more vigilant and expel the pirates in time after discovering them.”

 “Our merchant ship?” Du Yu caught this sentence.

"Yes, since we are going, we must display the spirit of internationalism. Just escorting our ships is nothing. Merchant ships from all over the world can join our **** fleet." Qin Tao said.

“Yes, this is the best opportunity to enhance our international influence!”

 (End of this chapter)