What the hell is a private enterprise?

Chapter 698 The Paradise Project (4000 monthly votes in August)

The name "MG" has a profound meaning, indicating that it is intended to be jointly developed by MG and McDonnell Douglas, with both parties sharing the intellectual property rights, and then dividing the market after development is completed.

The MG-200 is McDonnell Douglas's next-generation main passenger aircraft program after the MD-11, so its specifications are extremely high and aim to be among the world's best. If the cooperative development is successful, Geiger will definitely benefit greatly.

Tang Wen had many doubts about both the Empire and McDonnell Douglas. The former was known for its frequent changes of heart and betrayals, while the latter's technology was always somewhat unreliable... Moreover, McDonnell Douglas's time was running out.

The MD11G program gave McDonnell Douglas a much-needed boost, and Robert attempted to shift the company's focus to the civil aviation market, but the MD11 ran into trouble again.

Just yesterday, September 2, an MD11 passenger plane flying from New York to Zhivane crashed in the Atlantic Ocean, killing all 229 people on board.

It has been less than 24 hours since the accident, and it happened the day after Renren Daily published the news, making the situation very awkward.

Chen Suli specifically conveyed to Zhao Hande that the First Aircraft Manufacturing Plant should compare the improvements made to the MD11G after the accident investigation results were released to see if the potential hazards of the MD11 crash were included.

Moreover, this is not the first accident involving an MD-11 this year. A month ago, an MD-11's landing gear broke off and crashed onto the runway in South Korea, but fortunately there were no casualties.

Six months earlier, when the First Aircraft Plant was busily assembling and launching its own MD-11Gs, a DC-10 cargo plane belonging to the Empire caught fire and crashed...

Therefore, there is a reason why the Civil Aviation Administration of China has an ambiguous attitude towards the MD11G. If Tang Wen hadn't been at the height of his career, these accidents might have cost several people their lives.

Therefore, McDonnell Douglas's situation is not good at all, even though it has temporarily escaped the financial crisis. The IP of MD11 and DC10 has been completely abandoned, but it seems that it lacks the strength to invest in the development of new models.

Last year, Tang Wen saved McDonnell Douglas, and now he's here to save McDonnell Douglas again... Just kidding. Tang Wen had planned to get himself an MD-11 as his private jet a long time ago, but in reality, it was repeatedly postponed. Changbus also subtly advised him not to do so, of course, on the grounds that it would be too extravagant and wasteful to use such a large aircraft for private use.

However, it's not the right time to break away from McDonnell Douglas yet, but the passenger jet project is of great importance and cannot be given away casually... as a private jet!
Tang Wen gradually formed an idea and a bold plan:

"The MG-200 is not a small project, but I personally need a new aircraft that I can directly invest in McDonnell Douglas in, and the cycle should be very fast."

"You say?"

Although he had some doubts, Levi listened attentively.

Tang Wen: "I need a business jet, supersonic, preferably based on the F-15, and capable of landing on aircraft carriers."

Seeing the strange and bewildered look in Levi's eyes, he calmly continued to explain:

"I've decided to build a million-ton cruise ship, and you know what? A cruise ship isn't an oil tanker; it's much larger than an oil tanker of the same tonnage."

Therefore, regardless of the design, a million-ton cruise ship will not be shorter than 550 meters in length and more than 100 meters in width. Such a behemoth can only be docked at a few giant ports, and usually can only be transported by small boats and airplanes.

"So I plan to build a runway through the hull of this cruise ship for small aircraft to take off and land. Only then will it be worthy of the ultimate luxury and extravagance of the world's premier cruise ship!" Levi was completely dumbfounded, never expecting this to be connected to that wild idea on the BBS, and listened to Tang Wen continue, dumbfounded:
"Only business jets that are different from ordinary airplanes can match the status of distinguished guests, and they must be strong enough to take off and land on a 500-meter runway. Only military aircraft can do this, so supersonic speed is not a problem."

When this supersonic business jet is paired with my million-ton super cruise ship, will there still be a market?

Levi: "..."

It's only for rich people like you to play with fancy things. Even warships aren't enough for you?

Tang Wen is now a legend in the rich circle. If he was just a rich kid before, things have changed drastically after the Nanyang Express Operation. Many tycoons who claim to control the world behind the scenes can never openly roam the ocean like him. Now he is even known as the "strictest father in Nanyang".

I thought this was the limit for the super-rich, but Levi's has to admit that his imagination was still too limited.

F-15 converted into a business jet? Who would have thought... The Russians did consider it. If they can modify a bulky MiG-25, then the advanced F-15 can certainly be modified as well. But if they also want to modify it for short takeoff and landing, the cost will be... Oh, this guy in front of me is not short of money.

Just as he was about to agree, Tang Wen continued:
"Moreover, the Dream Cruises project will not be a simple cruise ship project. Its design will be made public within a month and research and manufacturing will begin. I believe that this is not just an ordinary cruise ship, but also a symbol of humanity's spirit of exploration for the future, the ultimate pursuit of technology, and breaking through human limits. It would be a pity if only Gaijin participated."

I plan to develop it as an independent physical city, a city on the sea, raising funds and operating it in advance, much like real estate development.

Upon hearing the words "real estate" and "fundraising," Levi's heart skipped a beat. As an imperial citizen, he was extremely sensitive to such things and immediately pricked up his ears.

“Geigin could combine the dream cruise ship and the supersonic business jet and establish a special foundation to invite like-minded people from all over the world to join in.”

Once completed, the Dream Cruises ship will never be docked again. Its massive hull is large enough to maintain itself at sea. Once built, it will sail continuously around the world, and foundation members can travel on it at any time to visit their destinations.

The upper cabins will be divided into many areas, all of which can be contracted out in advance to different hotels, apartments, and travel companies for operation. Just imagine, it's a mobile golf course, an underwater hotel, and a mobile aquarium on the sea.

Those nouveau riche in Dubai were saying they wanted to build a seven-star hotel, but my dream cruise ship will be a one-of-a-kind ten-star ship in the world. It can even change the climate at will, always offering a different experience. On board, you'll have complete freedom to do whatever you want; it will be a true paradise!

"Yes, Heaven, what do you think of this name?"

Levi was silent for about ten seconds, then stood up and gave him a slight, solemn bow.
"Tang, it's wonderful that you recognize this. This is exactly what we financiers are good at! Your thinking is exactly the same as ours. Operating the Paradise like this will be the greatest financial example before the end of the 20th century, and it also represents the limit of human technology. Please accept my respect."

I must tell you the truth: there are some people in the Imperial Congress who want to harm you, but the President has high hopes for you. I assure you that as soon as you bring the Paradise Project to the Empire, banks and conglomerates will rush to cooperate in helping you run your foundation and raise funds. The Paradise Project will be the best gift for the President, and you will become His Excellency Jefferson's closest friend.”

He paused again at this point:
"Aren't you really considering becoming an imperial citizen? You're absolutely a genius!"

(End of this chapter)