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Chapter 538 The Americans have their eyes on the air-to-air missiles of the East!
East.

"I never imagined that a trainer aircraft could achieve such a great reputation!" Old Lin exclaimed with deep emotion, "There's only one jet fighter in the world with a single-day ace!"

Pakistani Air Force pilot Mohammed Ahmed Alam shot down four Indian aircraft in one minute during the Second Indo-Pakistani War in 65, and then shot down a fifth, becoming the world's first jet ace in a single day, a feat that has remained unmatched since!

This outstanding pilot is hailed as a national hero, and his name is ranked number one in the Hall of Fame at the Old Pakistan Air Force Museum in Karachi! No one else has been able to break that record!

Now, finally, another one of Li Tuo has emerged!
"Yes, if it weren't for the satellite photos that found enough wreckage, I wouldn't believe it either." Qin Liang was also very emotional at this moment.

This guy is absolutely incredibly lucky!

Because I didn't want to go out drinking, I happened to encounter a radar jamming situation. After taking off, I didn't encounter the Tomcat squadron, but instead shot down a lone electronic jamming aircraft. Since I couldn't land at the base, I flew to the capital, where I encountered an F-111 squadron.

Of course, we were incredibly lucky to ride the wave of popularity, and I doubt we'll ever achieve anything like that again!
Not to mention trainer aircraft, even fighter jets are out of the question!

Unless it's a world war!
"However, according to our intelligence analysis, it's not because the aircraft's performance is so good. The key is the radar and missiles, especially the missiles. Even the most elite American pilots couldn't shake them off!" Old Lin sighed.

"Hmm, this is just the export version. If it's the domestic version, they won't be able to avoid it at all!"

Only four infrared sensors were exported; the ones we use ourselves are already arrays!
"However, aircraft performance also plays a significant role. For example, fuel efficiency is crucial. If it were still the old-fashioned turbojet engine, it wouldn't be able to fly to the capital at all," Old Lin remarked, then, as if struck by a thought, added, "Do you think those guys on the other side of the river might be feeling quite inspired?"

"That's quite possible!" Qin Liang nodded. "We've ruined Dassault's business, so they can only rely on their own research and development. Now, seeing our Trainer 10 dominating the battlefield, they might actually make this aircraft their main aircraft."

"Is there any other way for us to trick them?" Old Lin's eyes shone brightly.

"This..." Qin Liang's eyes darted around: "There's more!"

Across the river is the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Aerospace Development Center.

"I never expected this fighter jet to be so powerful!"

"Yes, we must build our own IDF fighter jet as soon as possible according to the design blueprints of the Instructor 10. This time, we must complete this project!"

Everyone was filled with anticipation.

"Everyone, we've finally gotten our hands on a TFE731 engine made in the East!" Xia Shuren excitedly announced as he came up to us.

Their IDF project failed several times for various reasons, with the engine being a major problem. Now, with the spread of Coach 10, they have finally obtained the relevant engine!
"Really? That's wonderful! Is it exactly the same as Garrett's engine?"

"It's different. The fans are different, so the surge margin is greatly improved..."

"Well, these damned Easterners, they really did have a trick up their sleeve!"

"We spent so much money, and what we got was still a defective product. Fortunately, with the prototype, we can perfectly replicate the technology from the mainland!"

"Speed ​​up! We must get our IDF fighter jets to make their maiden flight within a year!"

Having learned from their previous failures, they were confident that they would succeed this time!
Xia Shuren nodded: "We will definitely thoroughly understand the engine design and then produce the engine ourselves..."

Before he could finish speaking, Liu Xianjin ran over and said, "Everyone, we just received news that the mainlanders, inspired by this air battle victory, are considering completely converting the JL-10 into a fighter jet!"

"What? The two-seater is finally going to become a single-seater?"

For a light fighter jet, a two-seat configuration is somewhat wasteful. If it were a single-seat configuration, the space in front could be used to install a larger-caliber radar, and the space in the back could be used to add an external fuel tank, which would greatly improve the range!

They were all eager to convert the two-seater to a single-seater, but after several failures, they realized their limitations.

They would absolutely not dare to make any improvements themselves.

Even cooperating with American companies won't work; we still need to see how Easterners can improve things, since they have the most experience!
"I don't know yet."

You don't know? Then how do you transform it into a fighter jet?

"It is said that they want to further increase the power of this engine, increasing the afterburner thrust to five tons!"

Modify the engine?

The big guys were even more radiant.

For a fighter jet, the airframe, avionics, and engine must all be advanced enough!
The original IDF project had to choose the best of the worst, using the engine from a trainer aircraft. Unfortunately, Garrett's original design was too outdated. After some improvements by the East, the performance was greatly enhanced!

Although the initial surge margin was too low, which caused them some trouble, now, with the engine produced in the East, this defect has been completely resolved!

However... a lack of motivation continues to plague them.

The maximum afterburner thrust of a single engine is 4.5 tons, and even two engines would only amount to 9 tons! For a fighter jet with an empty weight of 6.5 tons, even with only 1 ton of fuel and half a ton of ammunition, it can only barely achieve a thrust-to-weight ratio of around 1.

If the thrust of a single unit is increased to 5 tons, it means that the maximum thrust of two units combined can reach 10 tons!
This makes it easy for the thrust-to-weight ratio in air combat to exceed 1!
"Good, good, with this brand new engine, it's even more suitable for our use!"

"but……"

"But what?"

"It seems they are unwilling to export this engine; they keep it for their own use. They always prefer to keep the advanced parts and only export the low-end ones."

Huang Xiaozong paced back and forth a few times, then seemed to realize something.

"Then go to Garrett & Co. and get them to continue working with them. We'll just have to pay a little more! Money isn't an issue!"

East, capital, airplane terminal.

"Sure enough, Garrett Corporation came to us again, claiming that money is not a problem, as long as we are willing to let them join us in developing advanced engines." Old Lin said with a smile, "Judging from their attitude, we should be able to swindle three or five hundred million, but... it seems that we can only swindle money from them."

Qin Liang nodded: "Old Lin, their equipment is too outdated. They'll always find ways to solve problems. Rather than letting them cause trouble, it's better to let them honestly produce this kind of trainer aircraft."

We have to give them a way to survive! Qin Liang is a very considerate person.

"That's right, we can't push them too hard. Giving them hope is indeed very important."

beep, beep...

"Old Lin, Old Lin, the Americans are here again! Judging from their appearance, they're probably here to protest!"

The protests from the United States are understandable. After all, their navy and air force have lost face this time. The key point is that it wasn't fighter jets that shot it down, but trainer aircraft!
If this gets out... it'll be incredibly embarrassing.

Heng Anshi walked in with heavy steps.

"Mr. Lin... Principal Qin is here too, that's perfect. Everyone, you should all know about what happened at Lituo, right?"

"Yes, I've heard about it." Old Lin nodded. "However... how did your commander plan this operation? The air force only deployed fighter-bombers, without escort fighters or early warning aircraft. The navy's operation also had many problems..."

Old Lin was actually lecturing them!

These words were meant to remind them not to pin the blame on us. We haven't done anything wrong; it's all because you yourselves are too foolish!
Heng Anshi was stunned by Elder Lin's eloquent speech. After hesitating for a moment, he nodded.

“Yes, this operation did indeed have many problems.” Heng Anshi nodded: “However… the key is still that trainer aircraft…”

"Well, the JL-10 isn't actually that advanced, but the missiles it carries are quite good. You can rest assured. By now, Li Tuo has already taken out all the Lightning-9 and Lightning-10 missiles." Qin Liang continued, "You can continue your operation. This time, the JL-10 won't be an obstacle for you."

Heng Anshi looked at Qin Liang, his expression becoming even more complicated.

Yes, the missiles are gone, but... how do we describe the losses we've already suffered?
The Air Force alone has lost five F-111s! Now, the F-111 bomber pilots are demanding transfers! They're asking to fly other fighter jets! If they're not allowed to, they'd rather retire!
"Principal Qin, this time, the US Navy and Air Force have suffered heavy losses."

"Yes, so we need to learn from this experience."

This……

These words almost constantly shifted the blame onto the Americans!

Heng Anshi took a deep breath: "General Lin, Principal Qin, in the United States, many people are very dissatisfied with you, believing that the failure of this operation is due to you selling weapons to Li Tuo, who wants to harm you."

"What could be detrimental, like sanctions?" Qin Liang smiled. "Mr. Heng, Li Tuo is very satisfied with the Instructor 10 and plans to place an order for hundreds of aircraft! We originally considered standing on the US's side and not selling the planes to them. But if they want to sanction us and break off relations, then we don't need to hold back anymore."

Are you kidding me? You want to play the sanctions game? The East is no longer a country you can mess with!

If you want sanctions, we can sell the plane to the colonel in no time. You're already having trouble with just one plane. If the colonel had hundreds, would you still want to live a good life? Dream on!
Heng Anshi sighed, "Yes, that's why Mr. Ronald overruled everyone's objections and rejected their demands. He believes it's important to maintain good relations with the East. Shouldn't you... also make a gesture?"

“As long as you don’t go too far, we know our limits. It’s impossible for the colonel to purchase more coach ten. We will terminate our deal with them.”

So, aren't we sincere enough?

After a moment's thought, Heng Anshi continued, "Mr. Qin, this is still not enough."

"What? Do you have any other requests?"

"Your air-to-air missiles are technologically advanced. Could you... hand over this technology to the United States?"

The Americans aren't stupid. After some analysis, they realized that the fighter jets weren't the main factor in this failure; the missiles were the key!

The missiles developed in the East are incredibly powerful. Whether they are medium-range or short-range air-to-air missiles, their performance far surpasses that of the United States!

If the Americans want to gain an advantage in air combat, they need to acquire Eastern technology!
and so……

Are they here to buy something? And they're so assertive?

"Mr. Heng, you should have said so earlier! It's not shameful that the United States has its eye on our advanced air-to-air missiles. You can simply pay to purchase them. At the moment, we don't plan to export the relevant technology, but as long as you place an order, we will give you priority in production!"

"Principal Qin, we don't want to make purchases, we just hope you can transfer the technology to us."

"What? You want to get something for free?" Qin Liang's voice rose several decibels: "Don't you think you're being shameless?"

Heng Anshi didn't speak. When he received the White House's order, he knew that the plan might not succeed, but... he had no choice. After all, he was paid by the White House, so he had to do things for the White House.

"Liangzi, keep your voice down. How can you talk to Mr. Heng like that?" Old Lin comforted him from the side, "Mr. Heng is just a mouthpiece. He can't go against the will of the White House, can he?"

Heng Anshi was genuinely moved.

“Sigh, Mr. Heng, it’s not that I’m unwilling to give you these technologies, but it would be useless anyway. With America’s industrial strength, we simply can’t produce them.” Qin Liang also changed his attitude: “Take short-range air-to-air missiles for example. We’ve actually just shrunk down the Python 3 seeker and made four of them, forming an array.”

Qin Liang began to explain: "With the current level of the American electronics industry, it is not possible to make it that small. Moreover, the post-processing circuit is the most important part, and it uses our latest technology. You simply do not have the capability to do that."

Heng Anshi nodded: "Yes, I think so too. If the American electronics industry can't produce it on its own, then... could you sell us the production equipment as well?"

"No."

"why?"

"Because the most advanced production equipment has limited capacity, we don't even have enough for domestic use right now, let alone export it. It should be possible to export it in three to five years, but by then, we will have developed a new generation of equipment."

In short, you can't have our most advanced technology; we can only sell you our outdated technology!

"We have no other choice but to do this, so please understand."

Heng Anshi had mixed feelings. Before he came, he knew that he could not succeed, and now... it was indeed true!
"However, if you are willing to purchase, we can sell to you. The weapon interfaces are all universal; if it can mount Sidewinder and Sparrow missiles, it can also mount our missiles."

This is indeed universal, after all, the Lightning 9 is derived from the Python 3, and this missile is originally compatible with the Sidewinder. The Lightning 10 comes from Europe and is also a modified version of the Sparrow.

"Then... could you send us two for testing?"

"can!"

The Americans suffered such a huge loss, they had to be given something in return. When they found that they couldn't produce it themselves, they still had to come to the East to purchase, even if it was just a small batch order.

Watching the Americans leave, Old Lin said, "Liangzi, if you give them two missiles, isn't that like throwing good money after bad?"

“If we don’t give it to them, they will purchase it through a third party,” Qin Liang said.

This isn't just something Pakistan has; with the export of Eastern military aircraft, more countries can obtain Eastern fighter jets and missiles, so... the Americans have all sorts of ways to get samples.

Since that's the case, why not just give the Americans two generously? That would make them feel a little better.

As for imitation... the Americans don't have that capability!
"What's more, they only got export models, while our own models are much more advanced!"

For short-range missiles, we've already started working on infrared focal plane array imaging, and the pixel count is constantly increasing. For medium-range missiles, we've already started using phased array radar seekers! We'll always be a generation ahead of the US!
This air battle that broke out in the airspace of Li Tuo once again created the myth of Eastern manufacturing. As for those who were trampled underfoot... they can only blame their own bad luck.

For example, Kara, a female U.S. Navy carrier-based pilot, is currently surviving in the wilderness.

She was the first to eject and escape. After landing, she didn't plan to meet up with the others and embarked on her escape journey alone.

According to her thinking, having too many people would make her easier to be discovered, while being alone would make it easier to escape. The ground search team from Li Tuo would also arrive quickly, and then she could catch the others and escape herself.

In critical moments, she naturally has to consider herself first. This has nothing to do with selfishness; it's purely determined by basic American personal values.

But... after walking north for a while, she gave up because she ran fast and didn't take the radio that came with the ejection seat!

Even if we get to the beach, we can't call for air support!
There is only one way: walk east to Etuo and ask the Etuo government for help!
When the sun rose in the east, her legs felt as if they were filled with lead, and she could no longer walk!

American pilots undergo wilderness survival training every year to prevent them from being stranded in the wilderness and unable to save themselves. Female pilots, however, have poor physical fitness, and she always passes the test through special methods.

Cheating is possible in regular exams, but in this formal setting, I was completely dumbfounded!

She definitely couldn't get out on her own. Why didn't she go with her comrades?
At this point, she began to regret it.

Moreover... she didn't even bother to get the spare food from the ejection seat. Although it was a basic training exercise, someone always got it for her during each training session; that's the advantage women have.

just now……

Completely finished!
Just when she was feeling weak and powerless, she saw someone approaching.

"Hello, hello, help!" she cried out for help.

When she finally saw who it was, she felt uneasy again.

These people were dressed in rags, reeked of a foul stench, and had very unfriendly eyes!
Whoosh whoosh!
They came rushing over.

"Wife, wife!" they shouted in their dialect, and then... Kara was hoisted onto their shoulders and carried to a primitive tribe amidst terrified cries for help! More than a decade later, she was accidentally discovered by tourists, by which time she had already given birth to more than a dozen children for the tribal chief!

(End of this chapter)