Changkong Fighter

Chapter 47 Subjective Initiative!
[Time, January 2025, 1, 30:1100]

[Pacific Ocean, mission airspace near the tiankeng.]

Operation Codename: Red Fox

Zhi, staring at the satellite optical sensor zooming, looking at the sinkhole in the Pacific Ocean, one shining light spot after another was identified by it, and the information was sent to various platforms through the satellite antenna. This is just the tip of the iceberg of the Todai system.

[Red Fox-1, reporting to the command center, our unit has arrived at the designated combat area.]

Four WS-20 Taihang core engines propelled the KJ-3000 from an altitude of 12000 meters to a tactical mission altitude of 9000 meters. The onboard double-sided array radar rotated to direct the optimal working angle (90° angle) of the phased array radar toward the direction of the tiankeng.

The S-band active phased array radar firmly locked onto and tracked the Type 1 aircraft, code-named "Sentinel," wandering in the sky. They were like fish swimming around coral reefs, fulfilling their sentinel duties.

"Captain reports to the commander, altitude 9000, enter the command position," the captain said in the internal communication channel while looking at the altimeter.

"Each aircraft is connected to the command system."

"Directional data link communication stability"

Escort formation to position

Commands are sent or received from the KJ-3000, and combat units linked to the system are displayed on the giant data sandbox in the command center, with their real-time status next to the icons.

Outside the window of the KJ-3000, the two escorting J15Ts rolled and climbed, leaving their current positions and deploying to the designated airspace as ordered.

In addition to the [PL11A], their weapon racks also carry two [PL15] medium-range missiles and a [PL10] combat missile, which are standard two-mid and two-close mission mounts.

The commander looked at the fleet connected to the data link, his eyes locked on aircraft [189], next to which were the latitude and longitude coordinates and the remaining fuel.

"Red Fox 1 (one), calling Red Fox-2 (two), proceed to A-3, altitude 17000, await further instructions."

"Red Fox-2, read."

After Liu Jun piloted the J15 for aerial refueling and arrived at the mission area, the data link automatically connected to the early warning aircraft code-named Red Fox-1. However, due to the long distance, he could not tell what the command aircraft model was, KJ-500 or KJ-2000?

But when fighting, he doesn't need to consider these things. All he has to do is follow the commander's instructions.

Pull the lever, increase altitude, fly towards the designated airspace, and wait for follow-up instructions from Red Fox-1.

Adjust the oxygen mask to supply oxygen and pull the lever to climb.

[Height 12000]

[Height 15000]

[Height 17000]

After climbing to the predetermined altitude, Liu Jun changed to J15. The Flying Shark's ceiling was around 17000. It can be said that the commander's order had allowed the Flying Shark to reach its ceiling. The output of the two turbofan engines began to decrease. At this altitude, the efficiency of the turbojet engine is much higher than that of the turbofan.

"Red Fox-2 to Red Fox-1, have reached the mission altitude!"

Liu Jun turned his head and could already see the sinkhole emitting seven-color light diagonally above him. This time the observation was much closer than the last time. It was unclear what the sinkhole would look like in the optical sensor.

But to the naked eye, it's incredibly beautiful, transcending the limits of human technology. Against a backdrop of a vibrant blue sky, a massive, iridescent, glazed ring hangs suspended in the sky, its surface shimmering with a gradient of rainbow-like colors (from violet and indigo to emerald green and amber gold).

The interior of the ring presents a contracting collapsed structure, as if collapsing into the abyss of another dimension. The heart releases a strong wave-particle light effect, distorting the surrounding clouds and light, forming a vortex that flows back to the sky.

The edge of the ring reflects crystal-like light spots, which interweave with the sky to form a surreal visual spectacle, as if it is an invisible threat that can devour humans at any time.

[Altitude 17000, Red Fox-2 enters position]

Looking at the battlefield situation map, the [Red Fox-2] was in position. As the commander's words fell, the atmosphere in the cabin suddenly became solemn, with only the slight humming sound of the equipment running.

"Red Fox 1 (WATCH) to Red Fox-2, Master Arm On, launch PL-17A. You have the launch timing, and I have the relay guidance."

"Red Fox-2, understood! Weapon control system activated, launch the PL-17A at the target. I'll take the launch timing, and you'll take care of the relay guidance."

After repeating the order and confirming that it was correct, Liu Jun began to carry out the task of launching PL17.

The timing of the launch was left to Liu Jun, which meant he had a lot of room to play. Looking at the altimeter, he was currently at the Flying Shark's ceiling of 17000, which was much higher than the main carrier-based aircraft of other countries. However, this was not enough.

The tiankeng is located at an altitude of 18000 meters, approaching near-space, which is the highest flight altitude of traditional aircraft.

Due to insufficient power and the influence of the earth's gravity, many surface-to-air missiles cannot reach this altitude at all.

The height difference is 1000, and the distance to the tiankeng is 150 nautical miles (about 300 kilometers). The length of the third side can be calculated through trigonometric functions. When hitting from a low position, the missile's energy will be seriously consumed, which may cause it to miss the target and affect the test results.

Since the timing of the launch is up to us, we must give full play to our subjective initiative and do our best to complete the mission, just like we beat the Americans decades ago. Although our equipment is poor, our tactics and strategies are far better than those of the American devils.

"Red Fox-2 calling Red Fox-1, I intend to make a low YOYO and poke up, gaining altitude advantage to launch the PL17A, requesting approval."

In order to ensure that the mounted missile has the maximum speed at the terminal, increase the hit rate, and briefly break through the ceiling, the missile should have as much energy advantage as possible, even if it is only a little.

Inside the AWACS, the commander listened to Liu Jun's proposal, pondered for a few seconds, and replied, "Red Fox-1 to Red Fox-2, are you sure?"

"Yes!" Liu Jun replied loudly.

"In that case, I agree!"

Respect and trust are also a kind of combat effectiveness. Liu Jun said that if he is confident, he will give those who are carrying out the task space to perform freely.

With the commander's permission, Liu Jun adjusted the heading lever and pointed the bow downward into a 15° dive.

Whoops!

Under the acceleration of the earth's gravity, the Flying Shark's speed was getting faster and faster. The indicated speed did not increase much, but the airspeed was increasing rapidly, and both wings were shaking slightly during the dive.

Air has mass and resistance. The faster the speed, the greater the air resistance. The wings will begin to tremble under the resistance, or even be broken by the air resistance. When the speed reaches a certain level, the air will become "solid" and directly cause the aircraft to crash.

Maximum speed! Maximum speed!

Under the guidance of the onboard voice, the [189] aircraft has dived to an altitude of 14000 meters. The potential energy of the descending altitude has been completely converted into speed, accumulating a large amount of energy. The next step is to spend this accumulated energy!
(End of this chapter)