Chapter 110 The Autumn Wind Sweeps the Fallen Leaves in Air Combat 2
Most of the 60 fighters of the 1st Air Squadron and the 1st and 2nd Detachments of the US Army were destroyed in less than half an hour, and the rest fled to their own airfields. At this time, the second group of attack fighters at the southern airfield also took off, but the fighters were intercepted over the airfield. Colonel Mack ordered a return fire, but he soon realized that the carbine was of little use. Moreover, under the impact of enemy planes, their own fighters were shot down one after another, and the team was in disarray. When enemy planes poured in in large numbers, the US planes were completely in a state of being beaten and fleeing for their lives.
Seeing that the air team had completely collapsed, Mike immediately fled in the direction of the airport, and when Mike landed, the bomb had already fallen on the airfield. Although the airfield was armed with anti-aircraft units, enemy planes were bombing horizontally and aimed at fixed targets on the ground. As a result, anti-aircraft machine guns pose little threat to enemy aircraft, and since the ground attack bombs carried by carrier-based aircraft reach 24 bombs each, the airfield is in a state of saturation attack. The plane, which had narrowly escaped back, landed on the airfield and was quickly destroyed by bombs, which was plunged into a sea of smoke and fire from the explosion.
The US planes that did not land, and some simply fled to Odolan on the other side of the bay. The airport was accompanied by the explosion of several fuel trucks, and the ferocious fire obscured the sky, and all personnel evacuated to the perimeter of the airport to take shelter. Mike saw the airport in flames, and knew in his heart that his air team was finished. Mike closed his eyes in grief and said, "Report to the command that some fighters of the 1st and 2nd detachments made a forced landing to the east, and the airfield was destroyed. The situation at the southern airport is currently unknown. ”
Gao Xiang drove the plane to the northern airport, and when he saw that the airport was in flames, he immediately reversed the nose and rushed to the southern airport. At this time, the US fighter planes at the southern airfield were intercepted over the airfield, and it almost became a hunting operation. Gao Xiang was in good spirits and immediately joined the battle group. At this time, the US fighter planes were already in a mess. Some of the fighters landed, and some fled eastward. Gao Xiang first dropped all the bombs on the airfield, and then aimed at an enemy plane fleeing eastward in pursuit. Chase to the skies over Aotran. Gao Xiang quickly bit the main enemy plane, and in just one turn, the enemy plane was shot down. Gao Xiang was bent on pursuing the enemy plane, but he neglected to run out of fuel.
Gao Xiang was getting carried away when he saw the enemy plane falling, and suddenly the fuel alarm device sounded. Gao Xiang looked down at the fuel consumption gauge and saw that there was still one grid left in the fuel consumption gauge. Gao Xiang immediately pulled the fighter to the ceiling distance and said, "You two pay attention, the fuel is about to run out." Listen to my commands to skydive at any time. "Captain, you're not going to skydive?" "What the hell, I'm going to glide and make a crash landing." "Captain. Forced landing is possible on land, but I'm afraid it can't be on deck, so it's too dangerous to skydive! Two crew members admonished.
"Execute the order, stop clamoring!" The two crew members stopped squeaking when they saw that Gao Xiang had made up his mind. The fighters are still a few kilometers away from the aircraft carrier battleship. When the fuel is depleted, the engine stops turning. Gao Xiang ordered two crew members to parachute. The two crew members jumped out of the cabin with some reluctance. The two crew members were seen opening their parachutes safely. Gao Xiang let out a long breath and began to maneuver the fighter plane to glide. The fighter plane continued to decline in altitude and was aimed at the deck crookedly under the action of the air current.
Gao Xiang's piloting skills were excellent, and the landing was very smooth. Due to the engine stoppage, the brakes failed. The fighter plane only relied on the tires to rub the brakes, and the speed of the fighter could not be stopped at all. The fighter plane taxied all the way, and everyone on deck held their breath. The fighter slowed down when it reached the stern, but still slid forward by inertia. Aircraft carrier battleships have railings in the aft. Thanks to the railings blocking the battleship, it finally stopped, and the ground crew on the deck burst into cheers. They all picked up Gao Xiang's superb skills.
After some tossing. When Gao Xiang wanted to take off again, the battle was over, and the returning fighter plane appeared in the air. The setting sun reflects the western sky, and the sea glows a golden yellow. In the command cabin of the flagship Han Wudi, a subordinate reported: "Report 501 and 502, according to the report of the carrier-based aircraft team, the US fighters have suffered heavy losses, according to statistics, 72 US planes were shot down, the destroyed fighters on the airport are unknown, some of the fighters fleeing to the east are unknown, and the preliminary estimate is that there are more than 100 US fighters." The US airfield has been blown up, and the possibility of enemy planes attempting to launch another air strike is very slim. ”
"Four of our fighters crashed, and none of the crashed fighters were shot down by the enemy, all of which were caused by malfunctions." "A hearty air battle, I want to celebrate the achievements of the entire carrier-based aircraft group." Nie Fengwu was overjoyed. Dai Hui said: "We have been prepared, today's powerful air strangulation has proved that carrier-based aircraft can not only attack ships and ground, but also fight in the air like autumn wind sweeping away fallen leaves, it seems that air combat will determine the future war, and this victory fully verifies the superiority of the fighters." ”
"Commander Zhuang, there are still 3 hours until dark, and the next is the main event, you can start preparing!" Nie Fengwu shouted loudly. "Please rest assured, 501 and 502, we will definitely plant the military flag on the shore tonight." Zhuang Lei assured loudly. At this time, a communications officer excitedly ran over to report: "Report, cover the call from the fleet, they are about 40 kilometers away from San Francisco, and it is estimated that they can arrive before dark." "Call back immediately, tell them the news of the victory in the air battle, and share the joy of victory together."
In the courtyard of the Lin family's house in San Francisco's Chinatown, Lin Zhong put on the incense table and lit three incense sticks. Tables and chairs were placed in the middle of the courtyard, and Mrs. Lin and her three daughters happily arranged the wine and food neatly. Lin Zhong said with a happy expression: "Buddha bless, I hope that the imperial army will successfully capture San Francisco." Today is a big day for our Chinatown, and it's also a big day for my Lin family. Since my father brought us to America and suffered the humiliation of the whites, and now that the imperial army is about to land in the United States, the good days of our overseas Chinese straightening up and raising our eyebrows are coming, let us bless the warriors of the motherland! ”
"Uncle, did the Imperial army really attack tonight?" Chen Zhiqiang asked. Lin Zhong stroked his beard and said: "The imperial fighter first killed the little demon, and cleared what the little demon was going to do next, it must be a landing operation." In a word, it is called striking while the iron is hot and striking with victory. I reckon that the Imperial army will take advantage of the nightfall. "What Daddy said is that I will do it first as a respect!" The eldest daughter, Lin Yazhi, drank a glass of red wine in one gulp, her face was flushed, revealing a charming demeanor.
"What kind of body is my daughter's family drinking like this!" Mrs. Lin said angrily. "Today is a big day, and it doesn't hurt to make an exception. Let's have another drink. "Joy rippled on everyone's face, this night was not only the Lin family, but the whole Chinatown and the whole of San Francisco were probably sleepless nights. Of course, the mixed sorrows and joys in San Francisco spread among different people, and it was the majority of people who were terrified, and they were tormented in fear.
In the US military headquarters, Colonel Mack complained, "Your Excellency, the enemy plane has a heavy machine gun, and we have no knowledge. The air force has been completely wiped out, and the intelligence agencies have an unshirkable responsibility. Shaq stammered, not knowing how to answer. Han Ruowei said: "Colonel Mack, the enemy is prepared, not to mention that General Shaq did not expect it, and the command department did not expect that the enemy's carrier-based aircraft had the ability to fight in the air. What we do not think of is the enemy's advantage, and it is the enemy who takes advantage of our ignorance to be so arrogant. Your air force is wiped out, and there is nothing we can do. ”
"It doesn't make sense to complain now, or who is responsible. The High Command is assembling the 2nd Air Force, and you immediately return to the Detroit Air Base for a new mission. Colonel Mack raised his hand in salute and turned to leave. Seeing Shake's iron face, Han Ruowei continued: "The enemy is used to fighting at night, and I estimate that the enemy will attack after dark. The docks are the target of the enemy, and we must not let up in the slightest. The success or failure of the defensive operation is related to the safety of San Francisco. "I'll go to the docklands and take command myself!" Without waiting for Han Ruowei's consent, Shaq strode away.
At dusk, the landing force was intensively preparing, and at this time, the covering fleet appeared in the southwestern direction. In the command cabin of the flagship Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, a subordinate made an urgent report: "Report 501, 502, cover the arrival of the fleet." Nie Fengwu said: "502, the covering fleet has completed the covering task excellently, I suggest that they rest in the rear!" Dai Hui nodded and said, "Order the cover fleet to rest in the rear." Inform the traffic boat, receive the commander on the flagship.
Zhuang Lei and Brigade Commander Wang of the Marine Corps boarded a transport ship, and Hu Biao, the division commander on the deck, greeted them. As soon as they met, Hu Biao said: "Commander, it's not the first time to land an operation, so don't worry!" Zhuang Lei said: "This landing operation is a dock area heavily defended by the US army, and you don't have any friendly troops to assist. The landing and assault means that it will be more difficult, and you will not only face the threat of enemy fortress artillery, but also face the blow of the enemy's dense vitality, so you cannot underestimate the will of the American army to fight. The Marine Brigade took the lead in launching an attack with your unit, this is Brigade Commander Wang, you are familiar with it. ”
Hu Biao shook hands with Brigade Commander Wang and nodded to each other. "After the landing of the marines, the target was mainly the battery on the south side. But your division must ensure that the landing field is captured and the Marines are covered ashore. "Don't worry, commander! Mission completion guaranteed! Hu Biao replied loudly. Zhuang Lei glanced at his watch and continued: "The attack time is 7:30, and there are still two hours before the attack, so let's start preparing!" After Zhuang Lei finished speaking, he took the lead and walked towards the command cabin.
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(To be continued......)
PS: The result of the overwhelming superiority of the Imperial Fighters.