Reborn in Hong Kong: The Tycoon Grows Up

Seeing Bao Zixuan coming, little Ustinov smiled. The reason why this air show was able to achieve such results can be said to be directly related to Bao Zixuan's planning. Without big players like Saudi Arabia, other countries in the Middle East would not purchase Soviet weapons and equipment. After all, the Soviet Union's invasion of Afghanistan caused a huge sensation in the Middle East.

Although these countries dare not do anything on the surface, they secretly create obstacles. It's time to end the farce, otherwise it will be difficult to gain recognition internationally. However, this time digging a hole for the Americans has made American companies taste the bitter consequences; although the method is not very glorious. But the effect was very obvious, making little Ustinov look at Bao Zixuan with something strange.

Before, I only felt that this guy was a senior engineer, a super genius, and a good hand in business. But this time it completely subverted the perception. It turns out that he is also an expert in conspiracy calculations. If it were him, he would never have imagined it was so far-reaching; it even caused Americans to suffer unspeakably. What the Soviet Union could achieve without firing a shot was no less than launching a war.

Weapon preparation is not a one-and-done deal, especially high-end weapons. Regular maintenance and upgrades are required, which all cost money. And there is also personnel training, which is a real profit. A country's military procurement is limited, and the Soviet Union accounts for the majority; then the share of the United States or other countries will naturally decrease accordingly.

It seems that some things cannot be solved by force alone. The international situation has undergone great changes, and the Soviet Union must also keep pace with the times. We cannot always think about aggression; unity and cooperation may become the next theme of mankind.

Bao Zixuan said with a smile: "Now you are getting more and more impressive; Moscow really chose the right person to appoint you as the head of the General Armament Department."

If it were anyone else, they would definitely not be able to enter the Soviet exhibition hall. After all, the library is closed now and everyone is packing their things. And many weapons and equipment are related to state secrets. Mr. Bao still has some privileges in this regard.

In fact, even if the country wanted to steal, it would not choose this time. If Lao Maozi really gets caught, things will not end well.

Little Ustinov smiled and said: "I really want to thank you for this. Fortunately, we are friends. If we were opponents, I really don’t know what to do. I am praying for your opponents now, because I feel that they have no Even if there is even a slight chance of winning, it is really sad."

Saying this is indeed a bit flattering to him, and I feel that this is indeed the case; maybe the current richest man Bao is a bit narcissistic.

Bao Zixuan: "I came here to discuss something with you. If you had not been the director of general equipment before, it might not have anything to do with you. But now that I am in this position, I cannot stay out of it."

Seeing that Bao Zixuan attached so much importance, little Ustinov immediately became serious. After all, in his impression, this kid is usually indifferent, but when it comes to serious matters, he will be extremely serious. This is true for both our employees and our partners. Although he was a little overbearing, it was later proven that it was still necessary to do what others asked him to do.

Ustinov Jr.: "Let's go inside to talk. Although we are in Paris, France, this room is absolutely safe."

In fact, it's normal to think about it, even if the French install bugs. Then we have to look for soft persimmons to attack. As for the Soviet Union, they do not dare to make any excessive moves. If Lao Maozi really wants to get hold of it, it will be difficult to end it; and it will also seriously affect the credibility of the air show.

Everyone paid money to come to the exhibition, but they found out that the French used the air show to find out the confidential information of various countries. I would like to ask which country and company dares to participate in such an air show. Without even the most basic fairness and justice, there is no credibility at all. There is nothing wrong with taking care of domestic companies from time to time. Everyone turns a blind eye, which is a rule not to follow.

But stealing conversations through eavesdropping devices is absolutely intolerable. The Soviets are not even afraid of the Americans. France is really nothing in their eyes.

Since little Ustinov can guarantee it, he can talk about this topic with confidence and boldness.

Bao Zixuan: "When I was studying in London, I heard such a story one day at school. I feel it should be of some use to you, at least it can restore a true image."

"The main content is about the cause of the crash of the Soviet Tu-144 at the Paris Air Show in 1973; the French did not explain it clearly to you at the time."

Hearing that it was about this aircraft, little Ustinov began to recall. The Tu-144 passenger aircraft was designed in 1962 and was the first supersonic transport aircraft designed and manufactured by the Tupolev Design Bureau.

In order to shorten the development cycle and be put into use on routes first; the Tu-144 prototype adopts an aerodynamic layout very similar to the "Concorde" supersonic transport aircraft jointly developed by Britain and France. It also adopts a long and narrow triangular wing and a tailless layout; 4 engines and under-wing air inlets, and most of the wings have no twist. It is said that during the development process, a MiG-21 was used to modify the long and narrow delta wing tailless test aircraft and dozens of flight tests were conducted.

The production version of the Tu-144 was unveiled at the Paris Air Show in 1973. Compared with the prototype, the production model has undergone major changes. In addition to the lengthened and widened fuselage, the wings, landing gear and engine nacelle have been redesigned; retractable canards have been added to the head. It is estimated that this is the result of extensive aerodynamic selection and testing.

But the first appearance was very unsuccessful and even led to a plane crash. Not only did it compensate for huge economic losses, it also made the Soviet aviation industry a laughing stock.

Now that Bao Zixuan is talking about this matter again, is there something fishy in it?

Seeing that little Ustinov was deep in thought, Bao Zixuan did not disturb him; now of course he had to give him some time to reminisce. It was more than ten years ago; at that time, he was probably a school-level officer at most. Maybe because of family connections, I know more than people of the same level; but I don’t know that clearly.

But it's different now, as a senior Soviet official. Now that you have the opportunity to understand the cause of the matter, of course you must take it seriously. After all, this is also a manifestation of work ability, and it can also clear the grievances of subordinate engineers.

The Tu-144 aircraft was produced by the Tupolev Design Bureau, the most important aircraft design bureau in the Soviet Union. As the head of the General Armament Department, many times you need support from someone below. This is a good opportunity, at least to make the old man of Tupolev Design Bureau grateful to him.

Problems with Soviet weapons and equipment were serious domestically; not to mention that at the Paris Air Show, it could be said that the shame was thrown at grandma's house. This matter has always been like a big mountain, always pressing on the Tupolev Design Bureau.

Seeing that little Ustinov had calmed down, Bao Zixuan continued: "In fact, on the morning of the test flight, a French Air Force Mirage III fighter jet took off from Strasbourg, and the crew on board was ordered to fly Tu-144 at low altitude. Take some aerial photos while flying over Le Bourget Airport.”

"When the Tu-144 dived to an altitude of 500 meters, the "Phantom" was located about 200 meters above and in front of the Tu-144. The appearance of this fighter may have distracted the attention of the Tu-144 pilots, who believed that the two aircraft The distance was too close. A few seconds later, the Mirage III crew received instructions to prepare to withdraw."

"Then the Mirage III began to turn to the left, and in the view of the Tu-144 crew, the aircraft seemed to suddenly become larger. They believed that the two aircraft might collide. In response, the captain of the Tu-144 flew the aircraft Entering a dive, presumably to avoid the Mirage III, this moderate dive subjected the aircraft to negative g-loads - the negative g-loads recorded by the data recorder were not significant."

"The left wing of the plane fell off at this time. The plane that lost one wing immediately rolled and flipped over; it broke into two pieces, exploded in the air and fell. The scene was very tragic."

"During the previous test flight of the Concorde, France notified the Concorde crew members. However, during the test flight of the Tu-144, France chose to conceal the filming. Because they wanted to obtain the structural characteristics of the canard layout of the Tu-144 passenger aircraft. After all, This has always appeared on military aircraft before."

"In other words, understanding the canard layout of the Tu-144 aircraft is equivalent to knowing the aerodynamic performance of all canard layout fighters currently in service in the Soviet Union."

After all, he is also a senior military general, and he is very familiar with the performance characteristics of aircraft.

Moreover, Tupolev Jr., chief engineer of the Tu-144 passenger aircraft, happened to be in the exhibition hall; Ustinov Jr. hurriedly summoned him.

So the two started discussing and learned the specific cause of the plane crash. The old man was very cheerful, but at the same time he also felt a little guilty about the many shortcomings of the aircraft.

There is actually a problem with the design overload of the Tu-144. The aircraft can withstand a positive overload of 5-7g; but the negative overload limit is only 1g. Even though there were some problems with its own design, the cause of the accident was still caused by the French. The matter must not be left alone. We must seek an explanation from the French. However, it needs to be investigated clearly beforehand, at least to make the French have nothing to say.

These have little to do with Bao Zixuan. It is the French's turn to have a headache.