Chapter 1101: Staying behind
Half a month passed in the blink of an eye, and Hakim finished his vacation happily. Despite the continued deception of his companions, he still firmly believed: No, I should go back! I have to see how the Nasser is being renovated!
Since he insists on going back, he can only let him go back.
It was just that there were some delays on the road, traffic jams, flight delays, etc. It took another three days before he finally returned to the tropics from the freezing cold zone and returned to the Jubail Shipyard. When he saw the aircraft carrier in the dock , his eyes widened instantly.
“Where’s our radar?”
“Why is the satellite communication antenna up there gone?”
“How come the elevator hasn’t been welded to length yet? The jump deck hasn’t been done yet? What are you doing these days?”
Facing Hakim who looked annoyed, the director of the shipyard was full of helplessness: "Captain Hakim, we have tried our best. The key is that the steel used on this warship is very special. We use steel from the East. The composition of our deck steel is different from theirs. If welded hastily, I'm afraid it won't be strong, so we have to study the welding process. This will take some time. We are already producing these supporting devices. Look at the slipway next to it. , has a jump deck been built?”
Hakim looked over and saw that a jump deck had indeed been welded there, but it was not welded to the aircraft carrier. Most of his anger was gone.
“I’ll go up and have a look.”
“It’s being renovated above, I’m afraid it’s inconvenient.”
"What's the inconvenience? I'm not afraid of danger." Hakim felt increasingly strange and didn't know why they were blocking him from boarding the ship.
When I went up to take a look, my eyes widened immediately.
The combat command system from France on the ship island is completely gone! Replaced with a brand new system! There are still many people busy working inside, installing various equipment. Although busy, it is orderly.
"According to our agreement, we need to update the electronic equipment." The factory director said with some embarrassment, while carefully looking at the other party's face.
This guy won’t be angry, right?
“How do you feel?”
"Awesome!" Hakim said excitedly: "We have long been dissatisfied with these systems in France. The screens are small and the response is slow. This system from the East is awesome. The screen is so big. It must be very good to use. , By the way, which generation of Godson is the system inside? The response must be super fast, right? "
Hakim had no objection and was very happy!
The factory director finally breathed a sigh of relief: "Don't you want to restore the previous system?"
"What to restore? The previous system was really difficult to use!" Hakim shook his head: "We used the 039 submarine from the East. We are very satisfied with the command system on the submarine. Seeing the French goods on this aircraft carrier, it is really shabby. We I’m just embarrassed to mention it, but now that it has been replaced, of course it’s the best! By the way, where is the radar system? It needs to be replaced with Eastern products too!”
I didn’t expect that military unions in the East would be so popular! The factory director was completely relieved.
Hakim walked around and took a look. He was very happy. He thought of something and then said: "Next, please ask the technical personnel from the East to give us training so that we can become proficient in the operation of these equipments."
A few days later, the top-plate radar was installed on the mast of the Mistral amphibious assault ship. When this photo was sent to the French, they finally couldn't help it.
"Mr. Edelman, what's going on with the radar on this mast? We need a reasonable explanation from you!" Duquesne held the photo and asked Edelman angrily.
"Radar? Yes, how did the radar become like this? By the way, last time, the crane damaged the radar antenna, and it couldn't be repaired afterwards. Later, the technicians probably flattened the antenna and turned it into Tablet to use.”
"Mr. Edelman, we are not children! Please tell us, where did this flat-panel radar come from?" Duquesne will no longer be fooled, he wants to ask clearly!
"what do you think?"
“Looking at the appearance of this radar, it should be a ship-borne radar commonly used by Da Mao, Dongfang…”
"That's right, it's Da Mao's radar." Edelman nodded: "This warship was originally produced for Da Mao. The mast position was originally supposed to be installed with Da Mao's roof radar. Later, it was replaced with your radar. We are here In actual operation, we found that there were many problems and mismatches, so we spent our own money to replace them with Damao radars, and we will not claim compensation from you."
Hairy? Are you kidding me? Do you guys have such a good relationship with Da Mao? Duquesne originally wanted to say that this was a radar commonly used by Da Mao, but it was later imitated by the Orientals. Who would have thought that Edelman would actually beat him to it.
Edelman insisted that the radar was produced by Da Mao, and this warship was originally produced for Da Mao. We didn't use it smoothly, and Duquesne was speechless for a while.
“Is there anything else you can do?”
“Since you think the radar we installed is not easy to use, does the amphibious assault ship Sadat still need to install it?” Duquesne asked.
“It’s okay if you don’t install it, but we have to deduct the money for the radar at the end of the payment.”
Duquesne was speechless again, how could he deduct it? The supplier who produces the radar is not allowed to scold him to death.
“Then let’s install it.” Ducaina said: “We will install it according to the design drawings. If you think it doesn’t work, then dismantle and modify it yourself.”
"Of course, we purchased the amphibious assault ship, and we have the right to make any modifications. Mr. Duquesne, am I right?"
Diquena had a wry smile on his face.
After Edelman left, Lucas walked in with a gloomy expression: "We got another latest news. They are going to install a jump deck on the bow of the ship."
"How is it possible? Aren't you afraid of losing your center of gravity? How do you know?"
“Someone bribed the technicians at the shipyard and obtained this information.” Lucas said: “I didn’t expect that they actually wanted to do something big!”
Changing a radar is nothing, but if you install a jump deck, it will be a big move!
Diquena stood up: "No, we will never allow them to change like this. This is simply an insult to us!"
insult?
Lucas had a wry smile on his face: "Didn't the other party just say that? The amphibious assault ship belongs to them, and they have the right to make any modifications. Our contract terms do not say that customers are not allowed to make modifications."
If there is a strong reaction at the beginning, the other party may give up. However, no one knows it at the beginning, and now it has changed to this extent, then it is a done deal!
"They changed the flight deck, and there is no way to use conventional carrier-based aircraft. After all, there is no way to prevent the landing. Do they want to install vertical take-off and landing carrier-based aircraft?" Duquesne murmured: "No wonder they are attacking our weapons. Helicopters are not interested.”
If you can use vertical take-off and landing fighter jets, who would use armed helicopters?
This can be seen from the US Marine Corps. They have been operating the Sea Harrier. No matter how bad this aircraft is, it is much more advanced than their S-70. Of course, they have also been looking forward to the joint development of the three services. Vertical take-off and landing fighter jets can be developed quickly and equipped with troops.
The Orientals are really awesome. Their technology has advanced by leaps and bounds in recent years. Their J-31A fighter jets are simply sought after around the world!
The French had no choice but to ignore it. Anyway, the No. 2 ship project was still going on. Although they didn't make much money on this project, at least they didn't lose money. The Orientals' calculations were really accurate.
In the Jubail Shipyard, the jump deck began to be welded, arc sparks flew, and countless people looked at the jump deck with anticipation. "Mr. Qin, thank you for your help." Hakim was very grateful: "If it weren't for you, we wouldn't be able to complete the modification at all, and we wouldn't be able to operate the modern J-31A fighter. I don't know when this kind of fighter will be available. the arrival?"
Hearing his question, Qin Tao's face was full of bitterness: "Currently, our fighter aircraft orders have been scheduled for ten years. I'm afraid it will take ten years for your aircraft to be produced."
Ten years!
Hakim was completely dumbfounded.
If we have to wait until ten years to obtain this kind of aircraft, do we need to modify the warships now? It’s not too late to modify it after ten years!
"However, the refitted warships cannot be wasted." Qin Tao looked at Salman: "Your Excellency Salman, our big dog has received two batches of J-31A. Can our aircraft be separated from each other? How many trainings will be carried out on the amphibious assault ship of the Pyramid Kingdom in a certain period of time?"
Salman nodded: "Of course, no problem! We can also invite a group of pilots from the Pyramid Country to fly instead, just use the gap between our pilots' flights."
Salman was filled with emotion. Mr. Qin was really awesome, and all the operations were planned flawlessly.
The two amphibious assault ships were bought by the wealthy Pyramid State with money. They themselves did not have that many manpower to operate them, so they had to be operated by brother countries. There is essentially no difference between these two warships and other warship sharing plans. All aimed at enhancing the strength of this region.
However, these two warships were built in France after all, and it is inconvenient for the wealthy to control them, so they have to find a way to have their warships come here to be refitted and equipped with Eastern operating systems. This way, if something happens in the future, the two warships will be Warships will become scrap metal.
At the same time, the most critical carrier-based aircraft have to be manipulated. If a batch of aircraft are directly provided to the Pyramid State, it will be their own. The big dog has no control over it. Now, under the pretext of insufficient production capacity, let them use their own aircraft for training first. , not only gained combat effectiveness, but also prevented the Pyramid State from directly controlling such a powerful fighter plane. It achieved multiple goals with one stone. Only Mr. Qin could come up with such a genius idea.
Hakim was a little disappointed. He wanted to let his powerful warship gain combat effectiveness as soon as possible, but there was no other way now. Gou Dahu's aircraft were not complete yet, and they would definitely not be delivered to them first. They would get the ship first. The carrier-based aircraft training is already very good. Once the carrier-based aircraft is in place, it will have combat capabilities immediately.
“Okay, let’s do that. By the way, what helicopter should we choose?”
They have only received warships, and the hangars above are still empty. Since they cannot stuff all the fighter jets, they must still deploy carrier-based helicopters. So what type of carrier-based helicopters should be deployed?
It doesn’t matter what they say, it depends on what the big dog owner buys for them.
Salman looked at Qin Tao: "Mr. Qin, what kind of carrier-based aircraft do you think is more suitable to buy?"
"The amphibious assault ship needs strong cross-sea landing capabilities. The dock below can carry a hovercraft, and the helicopter above can transport personnel. However, if it is just transport or just combat, the function is somewhat single. I think a powerful It is a heavy-duty carrier-based helicopter that can not only perform combat missions, but also transport a large number of personnel and equipment. For example, it would be even better if it could fit an all-terrain assault vehicle in its belly."
What kind of helicopters are carried on the amphibious assault ship? Armed helicopters that only have combat missions will not work, because armed helicopters cannot carry people. For amphibious operations, of course, we need to send people there, not only people, but also equipment!
Hakim nodded: "Yes, you are right, but is there such a helicopter?"
"Of course, the Z-18L produced by Dongfang is a helicopter specially developed to perform this kind of mission. Its interior is fully 2.4 meters wide, and it can easily carry our Bobcat all-terrain off-road vehicle and obtain a powerful attack Power." Qin Tao said: "I recommend you to purchase this combination."
Hakim had no reaction, but Salman’s eyes sparkled: “Really? There are such helicopters in the East? It’s so powerful. When will they fly over and let us have a look?”
"At any time." Qin Tao said: "If you like it, I will contact the country now."
"good."
The Nasser's bow has a jump deck. Not to mention the satellites in space, even pedestrians passing by can see it clearly. The whole world knows that the Mistral-class has transformed into a ship that can carry A quasi-aircraft carrier for fixed-wing fighter jets!
The islanders are the most excited. They also plan to carry out this design for their own amphibious assault ships. They just need to wait until the United States successfully develops a vertical take-off and landing fighter!
When will the research and development be successful? They don't know either.
Across the ocean, Lockheed's Skunk Works.
“The amphibious assault ship of the Pyramid State has become a quasi-aircraft carrier!” Siskind said to Daniel excitedly: “But, so far, the Pyramid State has not applied to us to join the JSF plan!”
"Humph, even if they want to join, they are not qualified. They are just clowns living under our military assistance. Why should they get our most advanced fighter planes." A voice said dissatisfied.
Daniel was originally not in the mood to care about others, but now, he is always thinking about his own mess.
“Mr. Daniel, do you know what this means?”
What does ˆ can mean? Daniel took his mind off technology and turned around, and then he thought of something: "The Pyramid State wants to purchase J-31A fighters from the East?"
“That’s right, that’s it. As long as the pyramid country has it, it means we have it!”
Daniel took a deep breath: "Quick, book a flight for me immediately, I'm going to the Pyramid Country!"
Over the years, they have been busy developing fighter aircraft, but they have always been hampered by huge technical problems. I don’t know what kind of bad luck Dongfang had, but they were able to mature it in just a few years. Got it!
They have tried countless times to get hold of Dongfang's fighter jets and take them apart to take a look, but they have never had the chance. Any country that obtains Dongfang's fighter jets will take this type of fighter very seriously, even their closest friends.
For example, big dog owners used to work well together, but ended up falling out because of this kind of thing.
The Big Dogs are already inseparable from them, but the Pyramid Country is different. This country must rely on them to survive. Therefore, the fighter jets obtained by this country are equivalent to those obtained by the Americans!
They can get this kind of fighter plane from the people of the Pyramid Country, take it apart and study it carefully!
With this idea in mind, Daniel came to the Pyramid Country and met Mamish, the leader in charge of this project.
“Your Excellency Mamish, we heard that you have purchased J-31A fighters from the East. When will they arrive?”
Mamish looked confused: "What did you say? Why didn't I know?"
“Mr. Mamish, given our relationship, you should not lie to us.”
The United States gives the pyramid countries more than one billion dollars in military aid every year. How dare the pyramid countries lie to them?
“No, no, I didn’t lie. We really didn’t order this kind of fighter plane from the East, because the Dongfang said that the order for this kind of fighter plane has been scheduled for ten years.”
Ten years from now? Daniel was stunned. This was true. It seemed that the Easterners had indeed received many orders for this type of fighter jet. They not only exported it, but also used it themselves. Ten years of orders was really no joke.
"In other words, even if you place an order, it will take ten years to get the goods? Then what's the use of refitting that amphibious assault ship now?"
“That’s right, considering that we need to maintain our combat effectiveness, Goudahu promised to help us train carrier-based aircraft pilots, and will also fly on our warships for take-off and landing training within a certain period of time to hone our combat capabilities.”
Daniel understood that the Orientals are very powerful. They have done this to train pilots and avoid being controlled by the pyramid country. I am afraid they said this on purpose for the ten years of orders?
What should we do? Doesn’t our own side have the opportunity to come into contact with this kind of aircraft?
Siskind, who was following behind him, rolled his eyes and suddenly asked: "Has the list of the first batch of pilots for training been finalized? Can we take a look?"
Mamish was curious: "What is the use of this list?"
“We want to ask them how they feel about modifying Eastern fighter jets and what are the differences between them and our Western fighter jets,” Siskind said.
(End of this chapter)