Rebirth of the 1980s: The Military Industry Empire

History will remember this day, June 3rd, 1984. On this day, the Eastern Naval Aviation successfully completed the full set of carrier-based aircraft catapult takeoffs and arrested landings for the first time! Everyone was very excited, as this signified a new beginning.

However, during the arrested landing, a satellite passed overhead. Soon, across the ocean, intelligence personnel analyzed this information and sent it to the relevant departments.

Grumman Corporation.

"The Easterners have not only reverse-engineered our Tomcat, but they are also using this aircraft for carrier-based takeoffs and landings!" Bill Withers said angrily, "And we can't do anything about it."

When they initially discovered the Easterners' reverse engineering, they were very annoyed. However, the Easterners claimed it was a twin-engine enlarged version of their Qiang-6, leaving them helpless. Now, this aircraft is being tested for carrier-based operations, indicating they are even more proficient in its operation.

What can Grumman do now? They can't do anything!

"That's right, they are going too far. We should go and meet with them!"

"Do what? Protest? They insist it's their own Qiang-6. What can we do?" Bill Withers said. Now is not the time to strain relations between the two sides.

"No, we're not going to protest. We're going to offer help," Perry Hack said.

Bill Withers was even more surprised: "Help? Offer help to those who are copying our aircraft? What can we help with?"

"Although their fighter jet has been successfully developed, it must still have many weaknesses, especially the engine. With their industrial level, it's impossible for them to develop an advanced engine for a third-generation fighter jet," Perry Hack said. "Taking advantage of this opportunity, we can sell them our engines."

"Which engine? The F110?"

During the development of third-generation fighter jets, the Americans placed all their bets on the F100 engine. Who would have thought that Pratt \u0026 Whitney would slack off, not only failing to solve the engine's various problems but also constantly demanding research funding? The Americans finally realized that they couldn't put all their eggs in one basket. General Electric, based on the F101 engine, developed an engine for fighter jets, so the Americans began to support General Electric.

Indeed, competition is necessary. Seeing a competitor emerge, Pratt \u0026 Whitney became anxious and began to work hard to improve the F100, trying to prevent General Electric from taking a share of the military aircraft engine market, but they were unsuccessful.

"Of course not. Our TF30 engine is the original power for the Tomcat. We don't know what engine they are using for this twin-engine Qiang-6, but it's definitely not as advanced as ours. Most likely it's a Spey. We won't pursue their reverse engineering, but we have to make some money."

Bill Withers thought for a moment and then nodded: "That's right, I support you!"

The F110 cannot be given, but the TF30 is fine. Besides, with the Tomcat being refitted with the F110, the TF30 engine production line is likely to be shut down. Taking this opportunity, we can get them some new business.

Although the TF30 engine is manufactured by Pratt \u0026 Whitney, according to American rules, the export of engines needs to go through an aircraft manufacturing company for subcontracting. Therefore, Grumman can completely take a share in this process.

Perry Hack acted immediately, flying to the East that day and then visiting General Qin.

At this time, Qin Yang had returned to the capital. After a long period of work, he needed a good rest. However, before he could even get intimate with his wife, he received the news.

"Perry Hack? What is he looking for me for?" Qin Yang frowned.

Nie Xiaoqian's face was smiling: "It's probably because of the success of our J-11 fighter jet."

"What does this have to do with them? This is our own developed twin-engine Qiang-6," Qin Yang still frowned.

Should he simply refuse to see him? But if he doesn't, this Perry Hack will definitely go to someone else, and others may not have his ability to adapt.

"Okay, invite him in." Qin Yang looked at his wife: "Xiaoqian, you can go home and take a bath first, and then wait for me."

Nie Xiaoqian looked at the clock on the wall: "There are still several hours before get off work. Why are you in such a hurry?"

That's right, of course he's in a hurry. He even just thought about whether to have something exciting in the office. Qin Yang looked at his wife. Abundant food was in front of him, but he could only look, not eat. This feeling was not good.

"No hurry, no hurry. Hmph, I don't believe you don't want to."

Bo, Nie Xiaoqian kissed Qin Yang on the lips: "I want to too, but for now, we still have to work hard."

Perry Hack walked in with a smile on his face: "General Qin, it's been a long time since we last met."

They used to have a tacit understanding of cooperation, especially during the filming of Top Gun. Although there were accidents during the filming process, the film was very successful, and the Tomcat became a household name in the United States. Grumman was still very satisfied. Now, looking back, was it intentionally done by General Qin?

Perry Hack put down these thoughts. Forget about these things, it's still important to think about what's in front of him.

"Yes, Perry Hack, my friend, welcome to the East." Qin Yang was also very enthusiastic.

In the 1980s, we and the Americans were good friends.

"General Qin, I'm here this time for the matter of your twin-engine Qiang-6," Perry Hack said. "Your fighter jet looks very good, but the power system is not good enough. You need an advanced engine."

Selling engines? Qin Yang became interested: "What engine are you planning to give us?"

"Of course, it's the TF30. This engine is the engine of our Tomcat fighter jet. It has powerful performance and is stable and reliable. We can sell you the latest 414 engine."

Speaking of the TF30, everyone knows that it is very unreliable. Once the pilot operates the throttle roughly, the engine will surge. But in fact, the TF30 engine also has many models. With development, this engine is also constantly improving.

The initial TF30-P-1 was indeed very unreliable. Later, it was improved to the TF30-P-100. The engine performance was already very good, and even the afterburning thrust increased to 111 kN, which was already very remarkable, a significant increase compared to the early maximum afterburning thrust of over ninety kN.

The ultimate modification of this engine is the TF30-P-414. This engine has good reliability, and it is not easy for the pilot to surge when operating the throttle. The thrust has also been further increased. At this time, it is considered mature. However, after all, it is always a second-generation turbofan. The engine's thrust-to-weight ratio is only about 5, and it can only be eliminated in the end.