Return to Hong Kong Island for a Century

Chapter 180 Teacher Ma's Surprise (Second Update, Please Subscribe and Vote)

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Teacher Ma looked at the drawings for over an hour, and only when he looked up did he realize that the big boss was not there. He was extremely anxious because these drawings were not finished yet. There were only a few points, and there were many designs that he had never even thought of, such as automatic fire extinguishing devices.

Also, the cabin pressure is higher than in other aircraft, so it is less likely to cause a reaction in the human body when getting on or off the plane.

Furthermore, the design of this aircraft has reached a world-leading level, and there's still so much I want to see.

"Teacher Ma, please wait a moment, the leader is resting." The leader's secretary knew that the leader had been busy for two days without rest.

"well!"

Do you still have this design drawing?

"I can't say that, let's wait for the leader to tell you."

"Okay, let me take another look." Teacher Ma found another place to sit down and continued reading from the beginning.

He kept slapping his thigh as he watched.

"Xiao Ma, come on, let's have a meal together." The big boss had slept for a few hours, and when he woke up, he saw Xiao Ma slapping his thigh while looking at something.

"Boss, this..." Teacher Ma was extremely anxious.

"Let's eat and talk." The big boss waved his hand, saying he had been woken up by hunger.

"What do you think of this design?" he continued.

"From a design perspective alone, it's world-leading, and there's a lot we can learn from it," Teacher Ma quickly said.

"You haven't even finished reading it?" the senior leader asked in confusion.

"Boss, I haven't finished reading it, but this part is excellent. However, design is design, and we don't have the technology to manufacture it, but we can still learn a lot from it."

"Hmm, this is a medium-to-long-range civil airliner. Do you think it could be modified to become a transport aircraft?" the senior leader asked as they walked.

"Yes, it can also be used as a tanker aircraft and an early warning aircraft platform. The aircraft itself can refuel 29 tons and carry 27 tons of cargo, so it is entirely feasible to use it as a tanker aircraft."

"In addition, long-range aircraft are also suitable for early warning aircraft," Professor Ma said frankly.

"Boss, are we going to buy this kind of aircraft and modify it?" Teacher Ma asked doubtfully.

"no!"

"Isn't your project team going to disband? We'll find you a new job," the senior leader said.

"Ah! Boss, I came here for project matters," Teacher Ma quickly said.

"Which of your designs is better?" the senior leader asked.

“Of course this is good, but we don’t have the capability. If all the parts were imported, this would be possible,” Teacher Ma said.

"Isn't that still just assembly?" the senior leader said as he walked into the cafeteria.

"This...we don't have the capability to manufacture this. We can't get many of the materials inside," Teacher Ma said sadly.

"If we had a complete set of technical blueprints for the aircraft, including materials and processes, as well as a complete set of core equipment and all the parts for the aircraft, could you manufacture it?" The high-ranking leader asked as he entered the small canteen. "Huh!" Teacher Ma was a little confused. Had he misheard?

"Import the complete set of technology?" Teacher Ma asked excitedly.

"No, it's a foreign-invested company in Hong Kong. They have already applied for the patent technology for the aircraft you have. The equipment, technology, and parts were all provided by them."

"They intend to establish an aircraft manufacturing plant in Chang'an. After careful consideration, we think your team is suitable. What do you think?" the senior leader asked.

"Hong Kong Island companies?"

"What kind of company is this?" Teacher Ma was a little confused. Are foreign companies really that powerful? This... how do you explain this?

"You don't need to worry about that. You'll be in charge of everything related to building the factory—research, production. Are you confident you can manufacture a new aircraft within a few years?" the senior leader continued.

"What if we had the complete technology?" Teacher Ma asked.

"We have complete aircraft engine production technology, some core production equipment, aircraft engines, and other material processing technology, etc. We also have parts for one, or more accurately, two aircraft. One is a small business jet with a turbofan engine, and the other is the one you have in your hand, a high bypass ratio twin-engine medium- and long-range passenger aircraft."

"We will fully support the construction of the factory; we will provide manpower and funding as needed," the senior leader continued.

"Produce our own engines!" Teacher Ma's voice rose considerably. This aircraft engine looked far superior to the WS-8, which still imported many of its core materials.

"Ok!"

"I need to see the factory construction requirements, but I'm confident that we can manufacture our own aircraft within five years. As for the parts for the two aircraft, once the factory is built, it will be ready in six months..." Teacher Ma said.

"The production of this engine needs to be carried out in a temperature-controlled workshop, and even aircraft assembly needs to be carried out in a temperature-controlled workshop."

"Assemble one first and test it. As for the aircraft's main beam, there's no need to worry about that; we're already working on the relevant equipment."

"Actually, your project could have been supported for the time being, but considering that there are more suitable projects, we called it off," the senior leader continued.

"Take a look at more information later. If it's good, I'll introduce you to your future boss."

"You don't need to worry about the type of company. You can apply for a leave of absence without pay at your original company. If you want to go back to your original company, you can go back to your original company."

Only then did Teacher Ma realize why the project had been suddenly halted. But thinking about it, it made sense. The aircraft design he had was far more advanced than the Y-10, and the aircraft's total takeoff weight exceeded one hundred tons.

Teacher Ma nodded: "Okay!"

After having dinner with Teacher Ma, the senior leader returned to his office and took out more documents. Teacher Ma became more and more excited as he looked at them.

Then we went to another warehouse and saw aircraft parts, including one-piece cast aircraft beams, advanced welding equipment, advanced heat treatment equipment, high-precision casting equipment, CNC high-precision lathes, milling machines, and other aircraft manufacturing equipment.

Teacher Ma guaranteed that he could assemble the small business jet within three months. The parts were readily available, and there was also an assembly manual. This kind of assembly does not require large equipment; a temperature-controlled workshop is all that's needed.

As for large aircraft, they are assembled within six months after the factory is built, and new aircraft are produced within a year and a half, because the processing equipment and molds are all self-contained...

"Okay, then meet your new boss!" The big boss nodded.

Mr. Ma didn't dwell on the factory's affiliation, because he felt that it was advantageous for the foreign-invested enterprise to be located in Hong Kong. Since Hong Kong is now under the British name, it would be much easier to obtain airworthiness certificates and flight permits in the future.

Teacher Ma has to admire the wisdom of the leaders!
On August 16, 1980, Li Song was about to return to Hong Kong Island when Section Chief Zhou said that the aircraft manufacturing department had found a suitable person and asked if he wanted to meet him. Li Song saw the information of Teacher Ma, the person in charge, and knew who he was, so he nodded.

"Huh?" Teacher Ma was very nervous before meeting Li Song, but she didn't expect him to be so young.
(End of this chapter)