Why would I join the army if I can’t drive a Gundam!

Chapter 61 has started running

A week later, the intensive course for test technicians finally came to an end, and everyone no longer had to read the operating manual that was so thick that it was enough to kill people.

The good news is that you don’t have to study theoretical knowledge all the time, you can go to the simulation cabin for actual testing. The bad news is that after entering the simulation cabin, you have to read the theory while practicing.

"Hey, kid, how about it, did you memorize it?"

Captain Conte has also been studying hard these days, but he is doing it for himself. As one of the most outstanding talents in the naval aviation force, he will not allow himself to lose to others in this invisible competition.

"If I say I've memorized it, will you believe me?"

Macharius replied with a faint smile.

Captain Conte sneered and then said.

"Of course not, so please prove it to me first!"

"Okay then. Starting from today until the next month, you can ask me any questions from the manual at any time and in any place. If I hesitate for more than three seconds, I lose. How about that?"

Captain Conte's expression changed subtly. He was not an arrogant guy. Seeing Macharius's calm look, he suddenly felt a little panicked.

Then, he tried to confirm it again.

"Well, Macharius, you've memorized everything you just said. You must be lying to me!"

Macharius said nothing and just followed the team. This time they were not going to the hangar, but the building in the center of the base. In the center of the basement of the building, there were several huge simulation cabins, which were even larger than those used by pilots. There were more supporting columns on the outside to ensure that the operation of the simulation cabin could better fit the actual situation of the mobile suit.

Because of the unique humanoid design of the mobile suit, it can perform unique ambac maneuvers in complex combat environments, that is, dynamic mass automatic balance. Specifically, it completes posture control in the universe through precise motion control of mechanical limbs.

This extremely sensitive posture switching naturally requires more appropriate simulation to ensure that students can have a more specific experience when driving the actual aircraft, so that they can operate more smoothly during actual combat.

"Doctor, what do you think of today's test?"

In the observation room high up on the right side of the hall, Tim Ray, who is in charge of the new mobile suit manufacturing plan, is also here. He is here to observe the test pilot's first practical course. Because the prototype Type 2 Guncannon is actually just a test verification machine they rushed to make, the test base does not plan to continue to produce it, but is going to directly carry out the design and development of the next generation of products. Therefore, it is very necessary to select potential pilots.

Although Gop has designated Macharius as the test pilot for its new mobile suit, Timre plans to discover a few more talented pilots as backups for the sake of trial and error. After all, the new mobile suit will also be improved and produced based on various problems.

After all, the RCX-76-02 prototype steel cannon developed by the Federation had been plagued by numerous issues. Initially, the Federation was quite satisfied with it. After all, it boasted thick, ultra-high-tensile steel armor, a formidable 240mm shoulder-mounted cannon and missile launcher, and a handheld 60mm Gatling gun, more than enough to deal with any perceived enemy. Aside from the lack of power due to its traditional electric drive, it seemed to be fine.

But after comparing with the MS03 data seized by Macharius, the designers found that the Zeon had already used the Minovsky thermonuclear reactor early on. The power provided by this small nuclear fusion reactor to the mobile suit allows the body to perform extremely exaggerated operating movements. In addition, the heavy rocket launcher developed by the Zeon is also enough to pose a threat to the Guncannon.

Therefore, after producing less than six prototype steel cannons, production was urgently stopped.

The second prototype Guncannon that will be provided to test pilots is a model that has been temporarily equipped with a Federation-produced rice furnace and additional armor. At the same time, the hand structure of the RCX-76-02 prototype Guncannon has also been optimized, from three fingers to five fingers, allowing for more flexible use of various weapons.

However, because it is a temporary design and many aspects are used to verify technology, not many Type 2 prototype Guncannons will be built. They will mainly be used for testing and training personnel.

And now, Timley and other designers are already eagerly waiting in the observation room, awaiting the upcoming pilot practice.

"Now, according to the list, I will read out the order of personnel!"

"Johnson Affrey!"

"John Fudge!"

…………

Lieutenant Patrice read out the names of six officers, and then these six federal officers walked out of the queue with eager expressions, and then, under the guidance of technicians, entered the simulation cabin.

As for other students, there is a panoramic camera inside the simulation cabin that projects the internal images onto the display screen at the top of the room. The images of all six simulation cabins are all there. In this way, when the person in front is learning the operation, others can also recognize their own shortcomings by observing.

As soon as these six federal officers appeared on the scene, they immediately set a good example for everyone.

Two of them forgot what they should do after inserting the startup key. Even though there were technicians providing help and guidance, they still failed to successfully start the mobile suit, so they had to start over in a panic.

The remaining four people successfully started the mobile suit in the simulation cabin, which was in a standing position. However, one person operated it improperly, and the mobile suit took only the first step before it fell flat on its face and hit the ground.

Such a funny operation made the observing officers burst into laughter, but no one was laughing at each other. After all, it was their first time to do the simulation, and no one could do it as well as the other. Everyone laughed only because the actions were too funny.

As for the remaining three people, they did not move a step, because one of them operated the mobile suit and swung his arm to smash the maintenance trestle in front of him, and the remaining two made the mobile suit fall down on its side. In short, it can be seen that everyone has done their homework hard, but this thing is too complicated for everyone, and it will take some time to master it.

When the six brave crab eaters walked out of the simulation cabin sweating profusely, the crowd did not laugh at them, but applauded instead.

"Okay, the next six people, continue!"

Afterwards, six new officers entered the simulation cabin to begin their first operating experience, while the first six people who came out were surrounded in the middle and whispered to each other about their experiences.

Facts have proved that even if someone has stepped into a pit before, there will still be someone stubborn enough to step into it. The performance of the next six people was even worse. One unlucky guy didn't even fasten his seat belt properly. When he started the mobile suit, the simulation cabin also gave feedback. This small vibration directly shook him out of the seat, causing his head to come into close contact with the monitor.

"Sergeant, bring the stretcher!"

Seeing this unlucky guy being carried to the infirmary with a face full of injuries, the officers who passed by him all saluted solemnly to thank him for his reminder.

Of course, those who can come here to compete for the position of test technician are naturally not mediocre. There are those with poor performance and those with good performance.

Soon, a fighter pilot from the Space Force successfully completed all preparations and made the mobile suit take several steps. Although the machine fell in the end due to operational problems, it was already a very successful performance.

While Captain Conte was observing, he did not forget to check on Macharius's condition. The more relaxed the latter seemed, the more uneasy he felt. It was not that the captain cared about his money, but he could not believe that anyone could really master the book in such a short time.

As luck would have it, he and Macharius entered the simulation cabin at the same time!
"Next batch, Makarius Crinyi!"

“Contefil!”…………

After taking a deep breath, Captain Conte stood up and followed Macharius, then walked towards the simulator in a line. Looking at the machine that was getting closer and closer to him, the captain's breathing became more and more rapid.

"Don't be nervous, this thing is very simple!"

Whether intentionally or unintentionally, Macharius did not forget to comfort Conte before entering the simulation cabin.

When Macharius entered the simulation cabin, the discussions of the officers watching outside disappeared completely. Everyone shut their mouths tightly and prepared to see how the other party would perform. After all, everyone already knew that the other party said that he had mastered the contents of the entire book. Now, it depends on whether this guy has time to brag.

After entering the simulation cabin, Macharius did not rush to get started. Instead, he looked at the one-to-one simulation cabin, then shook his head and complained.

"This cabin is still too small! Just make do with it!"

Then, without waiting for the technician to speak, he inserted the start key with extreme skill, then started the system self-check and the power system. The entire process took only a dozen seconds.

The technician at the side opened his mouth and wanted to say something, but felt that he seemed a little redundant because the latter was even more familiar with this set of control postures than himself.

After completing the startup, Macharius immediately grasped the operating handles on both sides of his body and stepped on the pedals. Then, the prototype steel cannon in the simulator took its first step.

"Oh my God!"

"Oh my God, this is still a human being!"

You have to know that at this moment, everyone else is still struggling with starting the self-test mode, but Macharius has already taken the first step.

Then, the prototype steel cannon slowly but firmly took the second step.

Many officers and even technicians who were watching from a third-person perspective outside couldn't help but hold their breath. Everyone even felt that the "dong dong dong dong" footsteps of the Guncannon seemed to be stepping on their hearts, making them beat along with it.

Step three, step four, step five, step six…

After advancing for about dozens of meters, Macharius's pace became faster and faster, and then, amid everyone's incredible exclamations, the Guncannon even started running.

"PhD!"

Macharius's performance shocked all the designers in the observation room. You know, everyone just wanted to see how these test pilots climbed, but unexpectedly, some of them started running!
"Should we ask him to stop?"

The technician sitting in front of the computer asked.

"Help him stop. No, don't disturb him. Give him full control and see how far he can go!"

Timre gave orders to the technicians with excitement and enthusiasm in his eyes.

"understand!"

Afterwards, the technicians opened up all operating permissions for Macharius, and the scene in front of him changed from a hangar with no end to a huge training ground.

"Well, let me try my best!"

Macharius smiled brightly as he looked at the UI on the screen that showed the fire control system had been activated and displayed the aircraft's weapons and equipment as well as the number of remaining ammunition.

"Then I'm not welcome!"

Then, he stepped on the pedal again and made the Guncannon start running forward. When a huge pothole appeared in front of him, he activated the propulsion engines installed in the feet and legs of the machine, allowing this huge mobile suit weighing more than 30 tons to leap up directly and glide over the pothole blocking the road.

While in mid-air, Macharius saw a huge target in the distance through the viewfinder.

He pulled the handle and raised the 60mm Gatling cannon equipped on the aircraft. Then, the fire control system completed the lock through the observation and aiming channel.

The prototype steel cannon then pulled the trigger towards the row of targets. The roaring machine gun quickly set off a metal storm in the air, covering all the targets in the row.

Then, after the firing was completed and the Guncannon landed, Macharius did not forget to use a small jet to slow down the machine, minimizing the noise caused by its fall.

After landing, the Guncannon did not stop at all. While running, it occasionally used the attitude jet nozzle to spray to accelerate the body, allowing the Guncannon to quickly cross a complex and tortuous terrain.

Finally, a row of huge building targets appeared in front of the Guncannon, which was the target for Macharius to test the 240mm low-recoil cannon mounted on the shoulder of the machine.

He quickly completed the lock while moving at high speed, then he turned the Guncannon's waist, making it twist its body, and used the jet to slow down and stop suddenly. Then, when the body stopped, he pressed the fire button on the handle.

Then, a shell was fired, hitting the target accurately and destroying it completely.

Then, when Macharius wanted to do something else, the screen of his simulation cabin dimmed.

“Alas, there are still too many questions!”

Macharius sighed, then pushed open the hatch and walked out.

When he came out, he found that everyone in the hall was staring at him silently.

"What's wrong, everyone? Did I do something wrong? I'll go back and read some more and try to do better next time!"

He then spoke to everyone.

Just as he took a step and was about to go down, he heard a thud behind him.

When he turned around, he found Captain Conte kneeling on the ground facing him.
"Brother, I was wrong!"

　Because the various settings of GTO are too contradictory, especially the poor combat performance of the Guncannon, I made some changes that I think are reasonable. For example, the Guncannon is no longer an improvement of the early Guntank, but an independent development. The Type 65 Guntank is followed by the Type 75. In addition, the development of the Gundam was also independently redesigned. The above are my settings, not official settings. I will put pictures of various equipment in the work-related section. If I don't update it in time, please remind me. Thank you!
　　
　
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