Rebirth of the 1980s: The Military Industry Empire

Old Lin immediately shook his head: "The WS-6 is designed for the J-9 and Q-6. These projects have already been shut down, so there's no need to restart them. Right now, we support the aero-engineers in developing a brand new third-generation turbofan! Before that, we'll use the WS-10 as a temporary measure, and replace it when the third-generation turbofan is ready."

Others can take various actions, but the Air Force is the end user. They know very well that the WS-6 engine has gone through numerous ups and downs and transfers. There's too much inside information, and we absolutely cannot rely on it!

We'd rather redevelop it from scratch, or use the WS-10 as a replacement!

"Respected leaders, the performance of the WS-6G is very strong, and it can definitely be equipped on our J-13," Old Li said anxiously.

"Old Lin, the WS-6 was indeed prepared for the J-9 and Q-6, but since the Northern Institute wants to use it to equip the J-13, that's also acceptable. After spending twenty years developing this engine, it can finally be put to good use. How can your Air Force not support it?" Leader Wang said, "Not only the J-13, but our J-11 can also use it."

Old Lin shook his head: "We support the brand new development of a third-generation turbofan. As for the WS-6 project, it's all old news."

Qin Yang didn't argue with Leader Wang anymore, as he was about to retire after this meeting anyway.

Old Zou looked at everyone present, and then at Engineer Zhang: "Old Zhang, give your opinion on behalf of the Engine Institute. Which project do you prefer?"

Everyone's eyes turned to Engineer Zhang. His answer would determine whether the Northern Institute had any hope of bidding!

Engineer Zhang swallowed and said with difficulty: "We believe that for the future development of the Air Force, we should concentrate all our efforts on developing the third-generation turbofan. Since the WS-6 has already been shut down, there's indeed no need to pick it up again."

"Old Zhang!" Old Li said anxiously: "You have to think carefully! You are the chief designer of the WS-6. Don't you want to see the WS-6 reborn?"

"The data of the WS-6 has met the standards, but there's still a long way to go from the test stand to the aircraft. Since Chief Qin supports us in developing the third-generation turbofan, I think we should look forward."

The WS-6 is a project destined to fail. It's better to start from scratch! The projects supported by Chief Qin have never failed!

Moreover, after the brand new engine is developed, it can also be matched with the J-10 and J-11, and its performance will still be stronger than the J-13.

"Okay, let's vote by raising hands," Old Zou said. "Those who agree with the 611 Institute's project, please raise your hands!"

Swish, swish, swish!

The Air Force generals sitting below all raised their hands, and half of the people in the aviation industry system also raised their hands. On the stage, Qin Yang raised his hand.

Old Song was excited. The number of people exceeded two-thirds, and their project was secured!

Old Li's face was complicated. He still wanted to say something, but on the stage, Old Zou also slowly raised his hand, so he knew that it was useless for him to say anything now.

The overall situation was settled!

"Old Wang, announce the results," Old Zou said.

"I announce that the 611 Institute's project has won the recognition of the aviation industry system, and is named 'Project Ten.' It will receive an appropriation of 300 million yuan to carry out detailed research and development. Next, I hope that the comrades of the 611 Institute will carry forward the spirit of hard work and complete the development of this advanced fighter jet as soon as possible! The meeting on the third-generation turbofan project will be held in a week. Today's meeting is adjourned."

Chips were already impatient and wanted to get it out as soon as possible.

"Wait!" Hearing that Leader Wang was actually going to announce the end of the meeting, Qin Yang quickly said.

"Chief Qin, do you have anything else to say?"

Winning the bidding for the J-10 fighter jet was a sure thing, but the key was what to do next! It could be said that the meeting had just entered the main topic!

"The development of the J-10 fighter jet is not easy. It is the largest, most technically difficult, and most widely collaborative complex system engineering project in our country's aviation field. It requires the integration of the elite forces of our country's entire industrial system, and even requires the participation of hundreds of thousands of people in research and development. There is a serious problem here, which is how to gather so many people and units together?"

"What Chief Qin said is very important. With more units, there will be more things to do. How to allocate research and development funds, and how to avoid mutual wrangling are all very important." Old Zou nodded: "Do you have any suggestions?"

"Reform." Qin Yang said: "Only reform can make the development of this aircraft smoother. Just now, Leader Wang also said that we should fully support our reform, right?"

Although Qin Yang had rebuked him in the morning, Leader Wang still nodded when talking about reform: "That's right, we really need to reform."

Old Song looked at Qin Yang with gratitude. If he had proposed this reform measure, he would definitely be scolded by many people and would be under great pressure. But now, Chief Qin proposed this reform plan, took the blame, and ensured the smooth development. Chief Qin has done too much for his side!

Chief Qin is doing all this for the military and for the country!

"The first is to establish a chief designer system."

"We already have a chief designer system now." Leader Wang was curious. What kind of reform is this?

"Ours is more refined into three levels: the first level is the model chief designer; the second level is the system chief designer; and the third level is the chief designer and主管设计师 of the aircraft's primary supporting new products."

Qin Yang introduced: "Whether it is engaged in materials, electronics, or processing, designers from different industries and departments are included in the system management."

"Well, that's good. This plan is good. Through the three-level chief designer system, all the personnel participating in research and development are concentrated together."

Qin Yang smiled. This was just an appetizer. The main course was yet to come!

"Next is to establish a technical and economic responsibility system. In order to save expenses for the country and ensure that the funds in the aircraft development will not be wasted, I think we should break the past practice of allocating funds before research. Every finished product must adhere to the practice of first having principle experiments, single finished product experiments, then ground system experiments, on-board experiments, and flight experiments. If the finished product is unqualified, no money will be given."

Immediately, the people in the aviation industry system exploded.

"What did you say? Experiment first, and then give money if it's qualified? On what basis?"

"We have always approved funds first, and then we can research and develop with the funds. If you don't give us money, we won't work!"

"If it's unqualified, it's still because we have put in the effort. Why don't you give us money?"

Old Li sneered. Hmph, even if you get the project, you may not be able to get the cooperation within the system!

"Chief Qin, I'm afraid this won't work, right?" Leader Wang said: "Everyone has a lot of opinions."

"They are used to asking for money, of course they have opinions." Qin Yang said: "What are we doing now? Market economy, we must develop in competition! Our aircraft models come through competition, and the following subsystems must also come through competition! If you don't have the ability, don't provide supporting tasks for the aircraft! If you eat too much from the big pot, you will regard yourself as irreplaceable. This must be changed!"

Zou Lao's expression was complicated. Of course he knew the benefits of such a reform: the country saved money, and there was no more wrangling! However, this would touch the interests of many people. If the people below went on strike, then the reform could not be advanced!

"Everyone also knows that our 960 Factory is a major shareholder of the 011 Base. Currently, we are worried about not having any business. We are willing to conduct research and development first, and then collect money after the research and development is qualified! Units that are waiting for funding to conduct research, then give the supporting tasks to our 011 Base! What era is it? Do you still want to sit and wait for pie in the sky? You have to work hard to fight for it!"