What the hell is a private enterprise?

Chapter 143 Protecting Wildlife
Originally, the aviation regiment had some objections to poaching their aircraft, but when they heard that they could join the carrier-based aircraft unit, they all defected cleanly and tried their best to promote themselves.

In the end, five lucky people were poached. They were all recognized as the mechanics who knew the most about these classic machines, making others envious for a while.

At this time, the commander of the South China Sea Fleet suddenly said:
"The two Type 2 large boats in that harbor are also good. They can be converted into anti-submarine patrol aircraft. They have a range of 7,000 to 8,000 kilometers."

The commander of the East China Sea Fleet immediately interjected: "We want one too. It's much more useful than the H-5."

The old man nodded. These were all trivial matters. He could just mention them to Xiao Tang... but Xiao Tang was not there.

He suddenly turned to look at the people from the North Sea Fleet. Thinking of how they had come all the way here and got nothing, he couldn't help but say:
"Don't be unbalanced. Strategic focus should be the top priority. Sometimes the higher-ups also have comprehensive considerations. I think the introduction of the Sovremenny class will strengthen the north!"

In fact, after the Hornet was launched, the navy’s top brass became more determined to introduce the Sovremenny class.

An aircraft carrier cannot go out alone. It will be naked without reliable escorts. It needs the Modern-class aircraft carriers to escort it. It may even be possible to introduce a few more and share more of the profits with the North Sea Fleet.

"We promise to obey the arrangements!"

Seeing that the North Sea Fleet had no objection, the old man was still very satisfied:

"Just think of it this way. The aircraft carrier will set sail the day after tomorrow. Why don't you guys go back with us?"

Several people quickly refused:

"No, Chief, we can make our own arrangements. You don't have to worry about us."

……

"Xiao Tang, you are our great hero!"

In the Great Bay Harbor, the edge of the Hornet's deck was filled with sailors, each with their hands behind their backs and their heads held high, letting their hatbands flutter in the wind.

There were also a lot of folded carrier-based aircraft piled on the deck, which looked very martial.

The old man, along with a group of commanders, said his final goodbyes to Tang Wen and saluted solemnly.

Tang Wen quickly returned the greeting and said from the bottom of his heart:
"This is what I should do. Only when the navy is strong can the country be truly strong."

"Okay, okay!"

The old man laughed a few times, took out a Hornet silver coin and shook it:
"I hope that next time we meet, I can see a bigger aircraft carrier."

Hearing this, Tang Wen secretly looked at Lin Qi next to him, who gave him a warning look.

Well, you dare to hide this from me.

However, he suffered heavy losses in this aircraft carrier transaction. Most of the elite members of the aviation regiment were lost, the planes were scattered all over the ground, and even John Li was taken away.

But the gains were not small either. Before he left, the old man decided on one thing: to support Gai Jin in establishing an oil production base in Nansha. With such a great achievement, it would not be a problem to obtain a special license. At that time, Gai Jin would probably become the first private enterprise in the country to obtain the qualification for oil and gas exploration.

He also has several more phone numbers in his mobile phone. Whenever he encounters trouble in the future, he can just pick one and call it, and it will provide unimaginable help.

After a brief farewell, the remaining people boarded the aircraft carrier. They would go to Echeng Port to refuel and then head north.

After that, a large number of soldiers in Dayuan Village will begin to evacuate. After all, as soon as the aircraft carrier starts moving, there will be no point in keeping it secret.

As for the source of the aircraft carrier, after discussion, the Navy intends to let the Huangpu Shipyard take the blame.

After all, the Huangpu Shipyard has built the 051 and also has large civilian shipyards. Letting them take the blame is also to protect Gai Jin, and Tang Wen is also happy to accept it.

As for whether others believe it or not? Anyway, the aircraft carrier is real, so you have to believe it even if you don’t.

When the aircraft carrier officially left the port, Tang Wen finally thought of the kickback reminder:

Battleship Deal: Hornet (Redesigned) Completed:

Order amount: 21645021 silver coins
Subsidy Silver Coins: 10822510 Silver Coins (already stored in the warehouse) [First Arms Sale Completion Reward: Super Supply Boxes*5, Experience*100000]

After all, it is not easy to withdraw the ten billion from the bank and exchange it for silver coins, but the system subsidy can be used directly for shipbuilding.

A full ten million yuan made Tang Wen rich instantly.

What's more, the military sales rewards that followed were even more surprising, especially the 100,000 experience points, which was enough for Tang Wen to skip many low-level warships and save a lot of trouble.

Adding the experience in Tang Wen's hands, it is close to 13. Another 5 can be used to develop the Yorktown-class aircraft carrier.

As for the super supply box, Tang Wen felt a little nervous.

It is easy to produce a large ship from a super supply box, but he doesn't want to suddenly produce a few aircraft carriers or battleships, otherwise it would be too exaggerated.

In fact, he has been doing the daily box opening activities, and he has been saving all the super supply boxes but dare not open them. Including this time's reward, he has saved up 10 super supply boxes.

Tang Wen planned to wait until the Nansha Port was completed to build a closed ship port, and then unpack and arrange the use of these ships.

……

"Uncle Yan, I need your help this time."

In addition to the people from the North Sea Fleet who stayed, there were still many people left in Da Wan, including old man Yan Hai.

Before the blockade of the Great Bay, Yan Hai arrived in advance and admired the heroic appearance of the Hornet.

The impression of this pen pal who was several generations younger than him was greatly refreshed in his mind. He became somewhat mysterious, especially like a patriotic businessman with great powers.

And it was strange that Tang Wen actually wanted to ask him for help.

"What's the deal?"

"I need a group of retired sailors, any number is fine, they must be able to work and have a sense of entrepreneurship."

Tang Wen pointed to the empty Friendship. Due to lack of manpower, the Friendship missed the originally planned escort operation.

Because of his sudden wealth, he could now afford the wages of real crew members and had some ideas about the crew of the joint defense fleet:
Led by the system captain, 20% to 30% of retired sailors will hold key positions, and the rest will be filled by civilian sailors.

The staff of a destroyer is reduced to about 50 people, and the cost of deploying it once (one month) is about 50, which is not a big deal for Tang Wen.

Even if the monthly expenditure is 10 million to maintain 500 ships, it is only 6000 million a year. Even if the shipbuilding costs are included, it will be at most million.

He was sure that he would be able to start oil production in a year, and with the support of liquid gold, he could have no problem maintaining as many fleets as he wanted.

After all, his expenses are only fuel and employee salaries, and the bulk of maintenance can be solved directly with silver coins. There is no need for rotation cycles, which can save a lot of costs.

After hearing Tang Wen's idea, Yan Hai agreed without hesitation, but confirmed again:
"You'd better tell me how many ships you plan to expand, otherwise I can get you a few hundred people."

He was just joking, but Tang Wen wasn't surprised at all:
"That should be enough for now. We can train on the Yahagi now and then go to the escort ship."

"..."

Yan Hai narrowed his eyes and asked:

"As a private enterprise owner, what do you need a fleet for?"

"Of course I do...to protect monkeys."

Tang Wen said with compassion:
"A lot of wild sea monkeys are homeless, and I just want to send them back to their homeland."

Yan Hai: “…”

(End of this chapter)