Chapter 80: Sukhoi's Decision (Forever F4U for the Helmsman)

In addition to the greatly improved low-altitude and low-speed maneuverability, Fu Guoxiang also spoke highly of the aircraft's new cockpit.

Especially that one-piece front windshield.

This made Yao Mengna, who had been silent beside her just now, also a lot happier.

After a long time, the crowd around the prototype 04 gradually dispersed, ready to return to his work.

Yang Fenghata called one of his secretaries from the side:

"Let the canteen prepare a few more dishes, and let's celebrate a little in the evening, especially Comrade Xiaochang!"

"You don't need to drink, you have to analyze the test flight data at night, and there may be another meeting tomorrow, and we will wait until the aircraft design is finalized."

Chang Haonan walked at the end of the team and took a look at the current situation of the system.

[Research points: 120.]

Theoretical level: LV2 (0/10000)

Engineering Experience: LV1 (370/1000)

Management capability: LV1 (100/1000)

Comprehensive ability: LV1

Projects in progress: 0

Possible Projects:1】

Not surprisingly, it was his biggest gain since being born again.

50 Research Points, 300 Engineering Experience Points, and 135 Management Ability Points.

Chang Haonan can't perceive the effect of improving his management ability by one level for the time being, but the increase in scientific research points is real.

Especially when he was about to verify the overall design of the Turbojet 14.

……

And while there was a lot of joy here, the two Sukhoi engineers who were specially arranged to "accidentally" see the entire first flight process next to them were obviously thinking more.

"Artyom, did you see the low-altitude pass that plane just made?" Mosin leaned against a wall and gently stroked his beard: "How fast do you think it is?" ”

"I know what you mean." Trusov did not waste time answering the question directly, but answered bluntly: "Although it is not clear what kind of changes they have made, the performance of this new aircraft is obviously much better than before." ”

The ins and outs of the modification of the wing design, these two Russians certainly have no way of knowing.

In addition, Yang Fenghat's whole set of posture looked like it was the first flight of a new model, so none of them thought that the plane was actually just changed with the previous prototype, and they all thought that the 601 Institute was making a new model.

"Although this type of aircraft is designed by themselves, it does have some similarities with our Su-15."

Mosin was a little older than Trusov, and he was involved in the later refinement of the Su-15 aircraft:

"In the 80s, we used to retrofit a lot of Su-15TM with double delta wings, which greatly improved the maneuverability of the aircraft, but when the plane flew over our heads just now, we could see that it still retained the large delta wing."

"If there's no big change to the overall design, it's probably because they've adopted some enhancement technology, and we're too far away to see the details."

Trusov shrugged his shoulders, and then looked at his old friend next to him with vigilant eyes: "You don't want to see it closer, do you?" I don't want to get in trouble. ”

Although two people were hired to refine the technology of the J-8II ACT, other models were naturally kept secret from them.

"Are you stupid for me...... Besides, no matter how much this aircraft is changed, it is still a second-generation aircraft, and there is nothing worth seeing. Mosin shook his head decisively:

"What I'm thinking about is that they are sending a signal for the first flight of a new model with significantly improved performance at this time?"

And Trusov, who was on the sidelines, apparently did not want to think too much about these things:

"Either this matter should be reported to the country through the consulate and let the higher authorities worry about it, the two of us rely on technology to eat, and it is useless to consider this. However, I just vaguely heard that there is a celebration banquet in their cafeteria tonight, and the food should be much better than usual. ”

After hesitating for a few seconds, Mosin was apparently convinced:

"That's fine, then I'll make a call, you go to the cafeteria to help me get some food first."

In this way, the news of "a new improved J-8 test flight" was quickly transmitted back to Russia.

Due to the time difference, when Sheng Jing was going to have dinner, the time in Moscow happened to be just after lunch.

Sukhoi Design Bureau.

A middle-aged man walked into the office of Mikhail Simonov, the chief designer of the Su-27 aircraft and the current head of the Sukhoi company.

"Misha, you're here, sit down first."

The man's name was Mikhail Pogosyan, and he was considered a student and successor of Simonov.

After the former gradually withdrew from front-line work due to age and energy problems, he has gradually begun to actually head the technical department of the Sukhoi Design Bureau.

Simonov got straight to the point:

"Misha, the negotiations between us and the Huaxia on the technology transfer of the Su-27 aircraft must be accelerated. You tell Kurbsky that there are concessions that can be made in terms of what will be transferred and how many planes will be bought, but the price, especially the way the deal will be made, must be guaranteed. ”

"Speed up?"

Bogosyan was a little confused by Simonov's sudden statement:

As a matter of fact, there was a certain disagreement between the master and apprentice on the matter of arms sales to China.

Simonov has always behaved very toughly, especially regarding the Su-27SK imported parts for assembly, that is, the number of J-11A contracts, he has been biting at least 200 aircraft, and the negotiations between the two sides are not going well.

Pogosyan, on the other hand, thinks that instead of wasting time and energy on such things, it is better to use a few concessions to get money faster and then invest in the development of new models.

"That's right, speed it up." Simonov nodded:

"Specifically, it was agreed to transfer the production line of the two-seater Su-27UB together, and no longer restrict them from replacing core components such as radar, engine and airframe materials.

"This ...... Why did you ...... all of a sudden"

"Come and see this." Simonov said, picking up a notebook from his desk and handing it to Pogosyan.

The above is naturally about the first flight of the new aircraft of the 601 Institute.

"New Model ......"

Pogosyan probably understood why his teacher's attitude had taken a 180° turn.

But he was still a little puzzled:

"But teacher, even if according to the above, the performance of Huaxia's new aircraft has improved a lot, but they can't produce usable over-the-horizon air-to-air missiles at the moment, what's the use of just one plane?"

Mainly, even he felt that the concessions that Simonov had just mentioned were a little too big.

This is not to say that these conditions must not be granted.

At least......

Gotta add money.

"That's what I'm worried about......"

Simonov let out a long sigh, then stretched out his hand and tapped rhythmically on the table:

"You know, they actually talked about the Beetle radar with the Fazatlon Research Institute before, and also negotiated with Ermao about the introduction of the R27 air-to-air missile, and now they have built a good airframe......"

Pogosang's face also became solemn.

Originally, both sides were actually in a hurry.

Sukhoi is under economic pressure and desperate for money to revitalize the situation.

As a heavy fighter with a maximum take-off weight of more than 30 tons, the Su-27 is also of obvious help to Huaxia's aviation industry.

This is also the main reason why the two sides were able to stalemate -

all feel that the other party will not be able to hold back first.

But now, even if Huaxia still has difficulties in terms of weapon systems, it can completely switch to purchasing key components and obtain a certain over-the-horizon air combat capability in a short period of time.

They may not be in such a hurry.

And the money for the purchase of radars and missiles, but not even a single ruble fell into the pockets of Sukhoi.

Thinking of this, Pogosyan could no longer sit still.

"I'll go to Kurbsky right away!"

(End of chapter)