PS: Second update

On the outskirts of Brussels, there is an experimental site belonging to the Talester Heavy Weapons Company, where all heavy and light weapons are subjected to firing experiments and data analysis. And, of course, the latest developments from Albert. Today, for example, the experimental site ushered in the test flight of Belgium's first helicopter, the UH1 helicopter.

The UH1 helicopter designed by Messerschmitt is not much different from Albert's imagination, the only difference is that the fuselage of the UH1 helicopter is slightly more compact than in history. Albert had his own considerations, because of the technical level limitations, the engine imitated by Talester could not meet the standard requirements of the original engine, that is, the Textron-Lycoming VT53-L-13 engine, so he could only reduce the weight of the entire fuselage, and strive to keep the aircraft flying at 200 kilometers per hour of UH1.

"In accordance with the requirements of His Highness, we have designed mounts on both sides of the central axis of the doorway where PKM universal machine guns can be installed to provide air fire support for ground troops." Messerschmitt introduced his design to Albert, "Your Highness, you see, four 7.62 caliber machine guns and eight-barrel rocket nests capable of firing rockets can also be mounted on the weapon mounts on both sides of the fuselage, and as long as the pilot passes the button of the joystick, this helicopter can definitely turn the tide of the battle on the ground." ”

Albert watched with satisfaction as Messerschmidt's team built the flying machine in a hellish rush, and the UH1 parked in front of him was like a green hunter in the sky over Vietnam in history, mercilessly harvesting the head of the Viet Cong. Viet Cong bullets did no damage to the helicopter's armor.

"Let's do a test flight, Mr. Messerschmidt, I want to see how powerful this guy is." Albert couldn't wait for Messerschmidt to instruct the testers to fly the helicopter for aerial firing experiments.

After the helicopter pilot was authorized, the switch was activated. The huge propeller and tail rotor that had been stationary began to rotate with a loud roar, and even the pebbles on the ground kept shaking under the roar of the helicopter. Albert had to hold his hands in front of him and watch the helicopter rise through the gaps in his fingertips.

The take-off was fairly smooth. The UH1 helicopter was trying to fly straight and turn in the air, and during the sharp turn, Albert noticed that the plane would flutter unexpectedly. Although there were no accidents, Albert was a little worried, and it was clear that the helicopter's structure was not strong enough, which can be said to be a common problem for rushing work.

Fortunately, the UH1 helicopter's excellent shooting performance was beyond Albert's expectations, the shooting test was a car and a T15 light tank eliminated from the front-line armored units, first the 7.62 caliber machine gun fired at the car, the four machine guns sprayed out the tongue of fire like a ripper, each bullet hit the body of a fist-sized hole, the machine gun easily tore the car into a pile of scrap metal. If it hits people, you can only ask for more blessings.

Next was the test of the T15 light tank by the eight-barrel rocket nest. The rocket nest, which mimics the Soviet Hind gunship, can be equipped with eight rockets, one on each side, which means that there are 16 rockets combined. To be on the safe side, Albert did not intend to penetrate the front 30 mm of armor of the T15 light tank, but chose only a thin 8 mm of armor on top of the tank. The picture is so beautiful that I can't imagine it.

The driver holding the joystick pressed the red button at the top, and the rockets flew towards the T15 light tank like fireworks, and because the plane was taking dynamic fire in flight, some of the rockets also missed the accuracy and smashed into the land on both sides of the T15 light tank, instead of shooting directly at the top of the tank.

Even so. The damage of the rocket artillery was still amazing, and under the destruction of the three rocket launchers, the entire turret of the T15 light tank was lifted, and the barrel of the gun drew a graceful outline in mid-air. Then he slammed it on the ground. The cockpit of the tank has become a sea of fire, and if there is a driver inside, it will also end in a violent death on the spot.

At this point, the UH1 air show came to a perfect end.

Albert was reminded by Messerschmidt's soft call to recover from the shock he had just had. Although the performance of UH1 just now is unparalleled what Albert imagined, for this era, UH1's performance is already amazing. After all, no country has ever used a helicopter as an attack vehicle. That is to say, in the next pattern of war. Albert's helicopter gunship would become the most fearsome aerial hunter in an era before the Javelin and Stinger appeared.

This was the first test flight of the UH1 helicopter, and several more tests were to be carried out until all the problems with the helicopter in the test were improved and the data met the indicators, and the UH1 helicopter could be produced and sold as a production machine.

Albert intends to follow the example of the American Ranger and establish an air rapid reaction force that is different from the special air service company, which can use helicopter transportation in large-scale intervention wars and play the role of pioneers.

This kind of tactical thinking was not proposed by the U.S. military until the Vietnam War in the 60s, and Albert's idea at this time even allowed the Belgian Air Force to take a step ahead.

"What does Your Highness think of UH1's performance?" This time Messerschmidt asked confidently.

"Yes, yes, but I still have a little request, and I hope that Mr. Messerschmidt's R&D pace can be slowed down a bit." Albert tactfully admonished Messerschmitt not to be too hasty.

"Why?" Messerschmitt apparently didn't understand what Albert meant.

"I mean about the fuselage structure of the helicopter." Albert finally couldn't help but point out, "That is, Mr. Messerschmitt neglected the rigorous construction in order to rush the work." Wait a minute, you can ask the pilot, did the helicopter have a slight flutter when making a sharp turn? On the battlefield, it's deadly, you know? ”

This problem did occur in the early models of the UH1, but it could not be completely eradicated in the later stages, and the impact of this problem could only be minimized by more precise machining.

"Why does Your Highness think that this is because of the rush of the fuselage? Maybe it's not built properly enough. Messerschmidt asked unconvinced.

"Of course, Mr. Messerschmitt can question my claim, but I still order you to disassemble and reassemble the plane, and pay attention to every detail." Albert smiled and said, "Why don't we make a bet and see if this will happen to the helicopter after it has been assembled with a rigorous attitude?" (To be continued......)