The Red Era, the Opening University Speech

Chapter 409 Test flight was successful!!!

Hear the news.

Li Mu was shocked and asked in surprise, "Really? Is there any problem?"

According to this progress, if everything goes well, the Xuanniao-1 helicopter will be able to catch up in the battle against India.

When he thought of the helicopter he made hovering over the battlefield and constantly destroying the enemies, he couldn't help but feel his blood boiling.

"No, at least there are no problems with the various tests before the test flight." Fu Huasheng said excitedly.

Li Mu nodded slightly and continued to ask, "What about the time for the test flight? Is it confirmed? You won't start it without telling me, right?"

"How is that possible? As soon as they got the news, they notified me and told you that the test flight will be held the day after tomorrow. They will definitely invite you to participate." Fu Huasheng said.

As the designer of the Xuanniao-1 helicopter, anyone can be absent, but he cannot be absent.

But after saying that, he remembered something and quickly added, "But you must not go there to open it!"

……

Two days later.

The Iron and Steel Metallurgy Academic Exchange Conference entered its one-day break.

Except for the opening ceremony on the first day, everyone had been engaged in intensive communication and research for three consecutive days, which inevitably made them feel a little overwhelmed.

Of course, even if they can persist, they still need time to digest the knowledge they have acquired in these days.

The most important of these was the ideas for developing nine major equipment that Li Mu proposed at the meeting.

As a red-headed document directly issued by the national capital, experts and professors in the field of steel metallurgy naturally paid close attention to it. They had already decided that after the academic exchange meeting, they would devote themselves to it and participate in research and development.

However, after Li Mu put forward his theory, they now wished that this academic exchange meeting could last for a month.

After all, apart from the 10,000-ton extruder, there is no research basis for the other eight major equipment in China, and there is even less reference information.

But under Li Mu's guidance, their research ideas improved rapidly, and some people even began to draw design drawings impatiently.

……

Fengtian Aircraft Manufacturing Plant.

After more than two hours of driving, Li Mu, Wu Xue and Lin Zhen arrived at the gate of a research base in the suburbs.

Before they got off the bus.

A figure came up and opened the car door for them attentively, saying loudly: "Welcome the two leaders and Consultant Li to our factory to guide our work!"

"Haha, Director Chen, are you welcoming the three of us? I think you are here specifically to welcome Consultant Li." Wu Xue, who was sitting in the car, couldn't help but laugh.

Li Mu, Wu Xue and Lin Zhen were sitting in the same car when Chen Jiaxun, director of the aircraft manufacturing plant, came over to open the door.

But he bypassed Wu Xue who was closer and ran to Li Mu.

"Leader, you misunderstood. I just want Consultant Li to feel our enthusiasm." Chen Jiaxun said without blushing.

Under normal circumstances, he would definitely not do this.

After all, even if Wu Xue didn't care, this behavior of not being able to distinguish between the big and small kings in front of the leader would inevitably leave a bad impression.

but now……

Wu Xue nodded and said jokingly, "You are right. You can neglect me, but if you neglect Consultant Li, I will hold you accountable."

"Consultant Li, please come this way." After receiving the affirmative response, Chen Jiaxun's face became even more excited, and he invited Li Mu to get off the car.

Of course, on the other side, the deputy director of their factory also came over and opened the car door for Wu Xue.

……

After all three of them got out of the car.

Chen Jiaxun then took them into the research base.

As he walked, Li Mu looked at the Fengtian Aircraft Manufacturing Plant curiously.

Although the name sounds like a place where aircraft are produced, it actually also does research and development work.

The famous J-5 fighter jet was successfully developed here.

Thinking of this, Li Mu asked, "By the way, Director Chen, how is the optimization of your J-5 modified fighter jet going?"

"Oh, it's a bit embarrassing to say this. The experts and professors sent by our factory only came back not long ago to start the optimization work. It may take a long time before we succeed." Chen Jiaxun sighed.

Before, I just thought that being able to optimize the J-5 was a good thing.

But after actually doing it, I found that the more I studied, the more modifications needed to be made.

This has led some people to simply want to skip the J-5 and go straight to developing the J-6.

After all, knowing that the performance of the modified J-5 is greatly improved compared to the J-5, it would be a bit of a loss to continue producing it.

"There's no need to rush about optimization. By the way, is Professor Gao Fangqi in the factory? If he's free, we can have a discussion after watching the test flight." Li Mu said.

Since the decision has been made to research the J-10, arrangements must be made in advance.

The J-5 has a ready-made design team, so we certainly can't miss it if we can use it.

After all, since we already have the J-10, it would be a waste of resources to modify the J-5 or the J-6.

Of course, the J-5 still needs to be built.

After all, Xia’s current combat capability in the airspace is too weak. Whether the J-10 will become stronger is a matter for the future. The combat capability that can be deployed now is of greater value.

Hearing Li Mu's request, Chen Jiaxun said:

"No problem at all."

"To be honest, after hearing the news that you were coming."

"All the experts and professors of the J-5 research team have put down their work and are waiting to meet you."

He just finished speaking.

Several people also walked into the manufacturing plant and came to an open space in the center.

Wang Shicun is carefully conducting tests over and over again before the test flight.

Around him stood a group of fighter jet experts and professors, looking with envy at the Xuanniao-1 helicopter standing in the middle of the open space.

Independent design, independent research and development, and independent manufacturing.

Twelve words, understated, are the goals that their Fengtian Aircraft Manufacturing Plant has not yet achieved.

Just when everyone was watching intently.

A heavy cough was heard from behind.

But no one turned around, and one professor even said, "If your throat is not feeling well, go back and rest. Why are you coughing for no reason? What if you affect Professor Wang?"

This makes some sense.

Chen Jiaxun's face darkened, and he quickly said, "The leaders and Li Mu are here."

The voice just fell.

The experts and professors who were still staring at the scene turned their heads around immediately:

"It's really Consultant Li. Consultant Li is here!"

"Advisor Li, do you still remember me?"

"Don't push, let me pass first!"

……

For a moment, everyone rushed to talk to Li Mu.

As for Wu Xue and Lin Zhen, before Chen Jiaxun spoke, they tactfully stepped back to avoid blocking the way.

"Professor Zhang, Professor Lu, Professor Xu...long time no see." Li Mu greeted the professors with a smile and called out each of their names accurately.

Seeing that Li Mu still remembered them, everyone's faces were filled with joy and they were even more generous in praising Li Mu.

After a long time, everyone gradually calmed down.

Wang Shicun, who had never found a chance to squeeze in, was finally able to step forward and said to Li Mu excitedly:

"Advisor Li, all preparations for the test flight have been completed!"

"We are very confident that the test flight can be completed smoothly!"

"From today on, the Xuanniao-1 helicopter will soar in the sky of our Xia country!"

Every word he uttered seemed to be roared from his throat.

But no one thought there was anything strange about this.

If Xia Country could have powerful fighter jets, they would be more excited and thrilled than Wang Shicun.

Wu Xue, who had been standing aside for a long time, also came forward and looked at the Xuanniao-1 helicopter, saying:
"Its successful launch will prove to the world that our military technology development is beyond imagination, and tell them that we have the strength to resist any invasion and threat!"

His words won applause from the crowd.

The significance of the Xuanniao-1 helicopter is indeed extraordinary.

In addition to its military significance, its more important function is to show the world the strength of Xia's military technology.

After all, before this, Xia Kingdom's overall military equipment was far behind that of Emperor M and Big Brother.

Related research and development are also based on the experience of Big Brother.

In this situation, they are naturally looked down upon.

"Consultant Li, thank you. Without you, there would be no Xuanniao-1 helicopter!" Wu Xue said emotionally.

Other experts and professors also spoke up and praised.

Li Mu did not call for words, but walked forward and stroked the fuselage of the Xuanniao-1 helicopter with his palm.

Cold, hard and powerful.

He said: "One Xuanniao-1 helicopter is not enough, we need more and more powerful military equipment to defend our motherland!"

Meaning is one thing, but impact is limited after all.

Xia State has the ability to develop high-precision military weapons, and Xia State has developed high-precision military weapons. These are two different concepts.

To use a joke from later generations, that is - when Emperor M suspects that you have dangerous weapons, you'd better really have them.

There is a world of difference between something that might exist and something that actually exists.

If they fail to come up with more powerful military equipment after Xuanniao-1, Emperor M and Big Brother will only think that they are bluffing.

By then, they might become even more unscrupulous.

"Do you mean that you have new research ideas?" Wang Shicun asked, his mind moved.

Based on his understanding of Li Mu, he would never say this for no reason.

Wu Xue, Lin Zhen, and the surrounding experts and professors also looked at Li Mu with expectant eyes.

The more powerful military equipment was produced by Consultant Li Mu, and it would definitely be a weapon that could shake the whole world.

Li Mu turned around and said, "It's just an idea. I discussed it with you before. I want to make a fighter jet later."

"Fighter plane!" Chen Jiaxun couldn't help but exclaim.

No wonder he was so excited.

If Li Mu wants to develop fighter jets, then their Fengtian Research Institute is undoubtedly the best place!
"Are you really planning to research fighter jets? I'll report it right away!" Wu Xue was so happy that he couldn't stop smiling.

Iron and steel metallurgical database, 10,000-ton extruder, and a fighter jet.

The speed at which this research project was established was as fast as riding a rocket - but he loved it. "Don't worry, the research has just begun. I just asked Director Chen about Professor Gao Fangqi, and I also wanted to find an opportunity to discuss it with them." Li Mu said quickly.

Although he has almost memorized the information about the J-10, it will still take some time for him to fully understand it.

After all, in subsequent research, everyone must focus on him.

To independently design and guide the development of a fighter jet, and a fighter jet that is ahead of its time like the J-10, it would be impossible without proper preparation.

Hearing this, Wu Xue wanted to persuade him again, but Lin Zhen beside him suddenly pulled him and whispered, "Leader, let Consultant Li discuss it first, then he can stay for a while longer."

Hearing this, Wu Xue reacted immediately.

If Li Mu wanted to discuss fighter jet development with the experts and professors at the Fengtian Research Institute, it would definitely take a lot of time.

There are even some pitfalls that we discussed and then started researching directly.

At that time, he could naturally keep Li Mu in the three provinces without having to be reminded by higher-ups every day.

"That's right. You can discuss it first. If you need anything, just tell me and we will fully cooperate." Wu Xue immediately changed his tone.

Li Mu smiled and said, "Then I would like to thank you, leader. I will have to trouble you for help when the time comes."

In addition to fighter jets, his plan also included the development of nine major equipment.

As heavy industrial bases, the three provinces have the best industrial foundation in the country.

If we want to produce the nine major devices as quickly as possible, this is the only place that can do it.

……

After everyone knew that Li Mu was going to research fighter jets, they talked for a long time.

It was not until the person in charge of the preparations for the first test flight of the Xuanniao-1 fighter came to report that they stopped talking and turned their attention to the fighter in the center of the open space.

The person in charge of the first test flight was a company commander from the Air Force named Ma Jun, who was about 30 years old, with a resolute complexion and sharp eyes.

After Wu Xue, Lin Zhen and others had expressed their condolences to him, it was Li Mu's turn.

He opened his mouth and said: "Comrade Ma Jun, if there is an accident, please make sure you are safe. If necessary, you can abandon the helicopter!"

When it comes to test flights, accidents are bound to happen.

No matter how well prepared you are on the ground, accidents may still happen in space.

If he hadn't said this, if an unfavorable situation really happened, Ma Jun would definitely choose to sacrifice himself to save the helicopter.

This was something he didn't want to see.

Ma Jun's tense face showed a slight change, and he said:

"Don't worry, Consultant Li. I believe in the helicopter you built. And even if there is a problem, I will do my best to preserve it."

Li Mu was not surprised by his answer.

A Xuanniao-1 helicopter costs seven or eight million yuan.

Compared with such important national property, individual life is nothing.

He patted Ma Jun on the shoulder and continued:

"Don't worry, I'll take care of any problems, you just need to ensure your safety."

"It's not cheap for a country to build an airplane, but it's even harder to train an excellent pilot."

"Do as I say. These are my orders."

After he finished speaking, he looked at Wu Xue.

The latter immediately understood and said:
"Comrade Ma Jun, listen to Advisor Li. He has the final say on the test flight."

"Besides, failure is only a small probability event, isn't it?"

"With so many experts and professors working day and night to build this aircraft, I believe it will be able to fly smoothly into the sky!"

Hearing this, Ma Jun was silent for a moment, and finally nodded heavily.

But he still had no intention of giving up.

The cost of the project is seven or eight million, and if he could save even a little bit of it by sacrificing his life, he would do it without hesitation.

Li Mu obviously also realized this, sighed helplessly in his heart, and prepared to turn around and leave.

But just as he turned around.

Ma Jun suddenly asked, "Advisor Li, if I succeed, can you promise me one thing?"

"What's the matter?" Li Mu paused and turned around.

Seeing this, Ma Jun scratched his head a little embarrassedly, and then said:
"My son admires you very much and often says that he wants to learn from you and become a great scientist like you when he grows up."

"If possible, could you please take some time to meet him?"

"It won't take long, just a little while. I know your time is precious."

As soon as he finished speaking, Li Mu agreed without thinking: "Of course, we will go to see him together then."

After getting Li Mu's affirmative answer, Ma Jun's tense face finally showed a smile.

He said nothing more and walked resolutely towards the Xuanniao-1 helicopter.

Everyone's eyes were fixed on his figure as he sat in the driver's seat.

After a while.

The roar of the engine sounded above the open space, like the low roar of a wild beast, capturing everyone's attention.

The propeller was quickly started under the powerful force, from slow to fast, and in the blink of an eye, it rolled up gusts of wind, blowing the weeds on the open space outwards.

Ma Jun looked back at Li Mu and others, then pulled the control lever of the helicopter.

The fuselage of the Xuanniao-1 helicopter began to climb upwards.

But this is just the beginning.

As the helicopter gradually rose higher, it began to disappear from everyone's sight.

Li Mu could only contact Ma Jun via radio and asked, "What's the situation? Is there any problem?"

"Advisor Li, no problem! It feels very good, better than any helicopter I've flown before!" Ma Jun's excited voice came from the other end of the radio.

Hearing the answer, Li Mu raised his head and looked towards the sky.

Looking at the helicopter soaring in the sky, a smile finally appeared on his face.

……

One hour later, the first test flight was completed.

When Ma Jun stepped down from the Xuanniao-1 helicopter, everyone around him couldn't help but cheer and applaud for him.

Li Mu's heart, which had been hanging in the air, finally settled down at this moment.

Wang Shicun, who was standing next to him, couldn't help but laugh and said, "I told you, how could there be any problem with the things you brought us?"

"Are you still pretending to be relaxed? Don't think I didn't see it just now. You were so nervous that you kept clenching your fists. Your palms must be sweaty now." Li Mu said with a smile.

The two did not lower their voices deliberately when they spoke, and Wu Xue and others around them heard it, and immediately burst into cheerful laughter.

Wu Xue couldn't help but tease, "I didn't expect Consultant Li to be nervous. I thought you were omnipotent!"

His words won everyone's approval.

To be honest, Li Mu's performance was indeed a bit too impressive.

Especially, no matter what big fuss he made, he always remained calm and composed, so much so that people couldn't help but wonder if there was anything he couldn't do.

"No one is omnipotent." Li Mu smiled and said, "If there really is someone who is omnipotent, then the omnipotent ones should be everyone here, the country and the government, and every one of us in Xia Country."

He just finished speaking.

Wu Xue then exclaimed:

"Well said! As long as we all work together, we will surely be able to achieve the great rejuvenation of the nation!"

"Of course, Consultant Li, you will definitely play a huge role in this."

"If possible, I really want to see with my own eyes the day when the country becomes strong and prosperous, and the people live in peace and happiness!"

At the end, his tone was filled with emotion.

But before anyone could answer, he waved his hand and said, "Hey, I'm greedy. It's already great to see the Xuanniao-1 helicopter come out."

Wu Xue had complete faith in their doctrine.

But he also knows how much effort and sacrifice it will take to achieve it.

In any case, he would not see that day.

"Leader, don't worry about this. With so many comrades who are dedicated to building the country, that day won't be too far away." Li Mu said with a smile.

He was convinced of this.

Even without his existence, Xia Kingdom would be able to become the second most powerful country in the world after Emperor M within a few decades.

What's more, he is here now.

The Xuanniao-1 helicopter is just the beginning.

"Then I have to take good care of myself and try to see that day!" Wu Xue laughed.

If someone else had said this, he might not have believed it.

But Li Mu said that he must believe it.

He continued: "Okay, let's not talk about this. We'll talk about the future in the future. Now, it's time to celebrate!"

As he spoke, he walked towards Ma Jun first to express his congratulations and condolences on his successful test flight.

Li Mu, Lin Zhen and others also followed.

In response to their congratulations, Ma Jun hurriedly said:
"I don't have any credit. It's just that the helicopter designed by Consultant Li is so amazing."

"As soon as I got to the sky, I knew it was definitely stable."

"The performance of flying the Xuanniao-1 helicopter is so much better than that of the older Mi-4 helicopter. It's like they are from two different eras."

He understands his role.

It's just a test flight, anyone can do it.

"Comrade Ma Jun, don't be so modest. The test flight just now was so smooth, and you have made an indispensable contribution. If it were an ordinary person, there would be no way to fly so smoothly in the first attempt." Li Mu said.

To be honest, he actually regretted saying that before the test flight.

Although the starting point was to prevent Ma Jun from disregarding his own life in order to protect the helicopter.

But in the end, it inevitably added some pressure.

Being able to complete the test so smoothly and steadily under such circumstances shows that both his driving skills and psychological quality are definitely quite strong.

"Okay, okay, let's not talk about this for now. The celebration banquet has been prepared long ago, and I guess everyone must be hungry. Let's go to the factory cafeteria first and eat while chatting." Wu Xue said, interrupting their conversation with a smile.

The test flight took quite a while, and everyone had been waiting since morning and were already starving.

We were just busy talking and no one noticed.

At the mention of the word "eating", everyone's stomach started to growl.

Hearing the voice, everyone looked at each other and couldn't help but burst into laughter.

(End of this chapter)