Bourne: Command and Conquer

Chapter 1386, Night Attack

wrong.

Why go by yourself?

You can take a fleet of planes there! All of them were loaded with bombs, and they were all bombed.

Taking off at night is not a big problem.

Even if the bomb is hung, there will generally be no accidents.

The biggest difficulty lies in night navigation and accurately judging distance and orientation.

If you are not careful, you may get lost. Then it's over.

However, with him, Zhang Yong, he will definitely not get lost.

When we came back, it was already dawn, all the bombs should have been thrown away, and the fuel was almost consumed, so the landing would be no problem.

so…

Come to your office.

Pick up the phone and ask for Zhang Ping. Ask him to come over.

We have something to discuss.

"Commissioner." Soon, Zhang Ping came.

"Please sit down." Zhang Yong waved his hand.

"Okay." Zhang Ping sat down.

"I am preparing to attack Hangzhou Jianqiao Airport at night." Zhang Yong got straight to the point.

"when?"

"Later half of the night."

"tonight?"

"right."

"this…"

Zhang Ping stopped talking.

Time is a bit tight. But it can be overcome.

War is inherently extremely risky. There are no guaranteed battles.

"How many fighter jets are you planning to dispatch?"

"I'm going to dispatch the Hawker-3. How many can we get together before zero o'clock?"

"Five. We need to deploy some parts."

"Okay. Five then."

Zhang Yong nodded. Didn't find out what happened.

The National Air Force has actually imported a lot of Hawker-3s, and there are more than ten at Nanchang Airport.

But why only five aircraft can guarantee performance? The water here is deep. If the investigation continues, many people may be involved.

It can only be said that this is the big dye vat of Guodang. Even the Air Force is no exception.

In fact, Zhang Yong didn't like biplanes. Too slow.

But biplanes also have their own advantages. Just save fuel. Very high balance. Simple to operate.

It's like the fifth chapter of Chujiao in later generations. When in danger, you just need to let go of your hands. The aircraft will automatically return to balance. It will even "fall" automatically.

The key is that the Hawker-3 also has a long range. It can fly 1,200 kilometers with bombs attached.

Without bombs, the range can easily exceed 1,500 kilometers.

This means that there is more time in the air and more room for maneuver.

The average speed is more than 300 per hour, which is not too slow.

The weapon is a 12.7mm large-caliber machine gun. It is the commonly used Browning M2HB, nicknamed Laoganma.

There is also a 7.62mm machine gun as a secondary weapon.

In terms of bombs, it is mainly a 200 kilogram bomb. Or four 50kg bombs.

That's enough.

Its range and firepower can fully cover Jianqiao Airport.

"pilot…"

"You help me choose. Pick four. Gather in the war room after two o'clock in the morning."

"clear."

"Go!"

"yes!"

Zhang Ping went to make arrangements immediately.

Zhang Yong himself took the time to rest.

…

Taiwan Island. Songshan Airport.

This is the third long-range land attack base of the Japanese navy in Red Deer.

The so-called land attack actually refers to the Type 96 land-based attack aircraft. It is one of the sharpest weapons of the Japanese navy.

Previously, two aviation teams, Kisarazu and Kanoya, had been established.

In order to strengthen the attack on southeastern China, it was decided to establish the Third Air Force at Songshan Airport.

The main mission of the Third Air Force is to bomb Guangzhou, Changsha, Hankou and other places. Even Manila, which is further away, is within combat range.

Compared with the Army Red Deer, the Japanese Navy Red Deer was actually more ambitious and wanted to occupy more places.

The oil and rubber in Southeast Asia are what the Navy Red Deer needs most.

Especially oil. His eyes were literally on fire.

As the commander of the air base, Colonel Kujo Yufu has been in a bad mood recently.

Since New Year's Day, combat aircraft under Songshan Airport have repeatedly suffered losses. This includes the 96th Land Attack and the 96th Type Carrier-based Aircraft.

Obviously, the Imperial Naval Aviation has encountered a strong opponent. The other party is at Nanchang Airport.

The question is, who is this opponent?

Why is it so powerful?

"Is there no news yet about Lieutenant Xiaolin?"

"Report, not yet."

"Baga!"

Isamu Kujo didn't curse.

After all, he is the colonel. Need to maintain emotions. Even if I feel anxious inside.

Six carrier-based aircraft set off collectively, but none of them came back. No radio messages were received. It's really terrible.

If there were no accidents, everything might be broken into pieces.

Otherwise, those who could come back would have come back long ago. Or make an emergency landing at another airport.

Just like Nanxiang Maozhang before, he successfully made an emergency landing at Hangzhou Jianqiao Airport. Already reported the situation via telegram.

However, at the moment, Nanxiang Maozhang is still at Hangzhou Jianqiao Airport and has not yet returned to construction.

According to his report, he met a very perverted Chinese pilot. Since he was chasing him, he almost couldn't get away.

This is very uncomfortable for Nanxiang Maozhang, who has always enjoyed a good reputation.

Kujou Yufu was also a little surprised.

Finally a Soviet pilot was suspected. It must be them.

The Japanese already knew about the Soviets' secret participation in the war. But if you know it, you know it, and you can't make it public.

Both parties are well aware of many things. But tacitly.

A staff officer arrived.

"Report!"

"explain."

"Your Majesty Colonel, it has been confirmed that Zhang Yong has arrived at Nanchang Airport."

"What Zhang Yong?"

"That's Zhang Yong. The one specifically mentioned in the base camp intelligence."

"he?"

Kujo Yufu's brows suddenly jumped violently.

That Zhang Yong actually went to Nanchang Airport?

What's going on?

Can he fly a plane?

Will he be able to command air combat?

"The Chinese officially announced that they shot down six of our military fighter jets in the airspace southeast of Nanchang..."

"Nani?"

"The Chinese made an official announcement at the same time, saying that these six fighter planes were all shot down by Zhang Yong. Zhang Yong's shooting down score has reached ten..."

"Nani?"

Kujou's eyes suddenly widened.

How many?

Cross?

There’s no need to make a draft when you’re bragging!

Shoot down ten Imperial Japanese fighter planes? dream!

Do you think you are a god?

Baga!

This Zhang Yong must be eliminated!

Previously, on the ground, the navy was powerless.

In battles on the ground, it is difficult for naval aviation to intervene. I can't even use my strength.

But that's different now.

If this Zhang Yong really goes to heaven and flies a plane to fight, then his death will come.

The Imperial Naval Air Force can beat him to a pulp.

"Somebody come!"

"arrive!"

"Immediately formulate a battle plan for Nanchang Airport! Lure the snake out of its hole!"

"Tie!"

…

Two o'clock in the morning.

Zhang Yong woke up on time.

"Ah sneeze!"

"Ah sneeze!"

Sneezed again.

But there was no emotion in my heart. I've already gotten used to it.

It must be the Japanese invaders who are cursing me behind my back again.

Of course, there is also a slight possibility that God feels that he has been a little over-publicized.

This is fraud!

Feeling uncomfortable all the time.

Tomorrow, a beautiful reporter will come to interview. Also take photos.

From then on, he became the star spokesperson of the National Air Force. He, Zhang Yong, the number one ace pilot, will appear on the front pages of various newspapers.

Publicity needs.

Must cooperate.

In fact, there is no need to hide your identity.

With his current status, if the Japanese invaders didn't know that he was behind the scenes, they would be really stupid.

Night, very quiet.

The airborne map showed no aircraft activity.

Whether it's our side or the enemy's, the planes are silent at night. They all stayed at the airport obediently.

Within the one-hour flight circle, there are two airports that are very eye-catching. Displays a large number of aircraft markings.

One is Hankou Airport.

One is Changsha Airport.

Among them, Hankou Airport has the largest number of aircraft, with more than 200 aircraft.

Changsha Airport used to have few aircraft. But now, there are more than fifty.

On the contrary, Nanchang Airport has the smallest number of aircraft.

Eight BA-65 attack aircraft.

Twelve I-15 fighter jets.

There are also about ten Hawker-2 and Hawker-3 fighter jets.

It was agreed that a Soviet bomber group would be stationed. But it’s not here yet. Maybe it hasn't been arranged yet.

Behind every plane taking off, there are many aspects involved.

Zhang Yong is only responsible for fighting.

Don't care about anything else. Leave it all to Ming Gang to coordinate and arrange.

In terms of logistics, large amounts of oil and ammunition arrive regularly every day. To ensure training and combat needs.

Facts have proved that Zhang Yong cannot train in person.

Because of his fighting style, others cannot imitate him. Can't learn at all.

Therefore, follow the arrangements of the empty financing department. Starting tomorrow, a captain named Xu Huansheng will come over to take charge of training.

Xu Huansheng is also an old man in the National Air Force. Has many years of flying experience. His training method is suitable for others.

Go out.

"Commissioner."

"Commissioner."

Come to the war room.

Four selected pilots have arrived.

All are familiar faces. But don't know the name.

Min Gang, Min Rou, Zhang Ping, and Yang Lichu were all there. There are also two engineering representatives.

"Shao Long..."

"Minister Min."

Zhang Yong greets everyone.

Then waved his hand. Signaling everyone to sit down.

"Reporting to the specialist, five Hawker-3 fighter jets have been prepared."

"Full of fuel."

"Loaded."

"Mounted with four 50kg bombs."

"The radio has been tested."

Zhang Ping reported the basic situation.

Zhang Yong nodded.

Afterwards, the four pilots gave a brief introduction.

They actually belong to the second echelon of pilots. The first echelon flew BA-65.

Why not choose BA-65? Mainly because of short legs.

The faster the speed, the greater the fuel consumption.

The Hawker-3 engine has only over 700 horsepower, while the BA-65 has 1,000 horsepower!

The greater the engine horsepower, the greater the fuel consumption and the shorter the range.

Unless it's a pervert like P-51 later.

"Commissioner, our landline phone has been specially equipped with a high-power Motorola radio communication. The transmission distance can reach about 80 kilometers. But it can only be used when the engine is turned on."

"good."

Zhang Yong was very satisfied.

Although it is only an increase of thirty kilometers, it is still an increase.

As an airborne early warning aircraft, what he needs most is to extend the communication distance. Every extra mile is good.

Even one-way communication is no problem.

As long as the target aircraft can receive the command.

Motorola?

Some thoughts suddenly flashed through my mind.

Do you want to buy some of its shares? It seems like there will be a lot of money in the future.

Well, if you have time, call Lin Wan and ask her to buy some shares of Motorola or other beautiful and powerful companies.

As the war spreads, the beautiful country, as the arsenal of democracy, will soon explode in productivity. All manufacturing company stocks will skyrocket.

Especially oil and arms.

It's just soaring.

1938 was the last chance. Starting next year, stocks are going to go up.

Mustache invades Poland and the whole world is on edge.

Take back your mind.

"Set off."

"yes."

Leave the war room with the four pilots.

Outside, other pilots were lining up to see him off. And those Soviet pilots came too.

"open!"

"open!"

The Soviet pilots gave thumbs up.

At the same time, it’s also a bit regretful.

The range of the I-15 is not enough! There is no way to join the war.

The same goes for those pilots flying BA-65 fighter jets. What a shame. The range of the BA-65 is also insufficient.

Wave.

Take off with the team.

east.

"Heading 85, altitude 3200, speed 280, level flight."

Zhang Yong's instructions were simple.

Just follow me.

However, it is not that easy to execute such a simple command.

You know, it's nighttime. Visibility is very low.

Can't see the ground.

The height and angle of the sun cannot be seen.

Only the dashboard can be seen. Fortunately there is fluorescence. Otherwise, you won’t even be able to see the dashboard.

Looking up, there is no reference.

Looking down, there is no reference point.

The distance between them is more than a hundred meters, and they can hardly see each other.

Once you encounter strong airflow...

Suddenly, the wings of the plane shook violently.

Zhang Yong:…

No way?

I didn't even speak!

I just thought about strong airflow, and this is what happened?

"Crunch..."

"Crunch..."

The aircraft wings make a distinct sound.

At the same time, Zhang Yong could clearly feel that there was airflow trying to push the plane over.

Oh, come on, we really encountered a strong air current.

It may be the cold air from the north to the south. Strong winds form at high altitudes, interfering with flight.

Most aircraft during World War II had propellers and were easily affected by external airflow. Especially biplanes, it is even more obvious.

Even Category 3 or 4 gusts will cause interference to flight.

If it is a gust of level 5 or 6, it will cause serious interference to flight. Even lead to wandering.

If the gusts are above Level 7, basically don’t go out.

Try to hold the plane steady.

The airborne map showed that an aircraft had deviated from its course.

High-altitude turbulence affects each aircraft differently. Each pilot also operates differently.

The originally dense team was quickly dispersed.

Only one of them continued eastward with Zhang Yong. The other three had veered off course.

Yes, flying at night is indeed an adventure. Also deadly.

Without the air finger map, it is estimated that he would not have been able to recall the other three aircraft.

"Lu Jianfeng, adjust course to 80, altitude to 4800..."

"receive."

"Chen Keming, adjust course..."

"receive."

Zhang Yong issued instructions one by one.

Fortunately, the radio communication was still clear.

So the collective height is raised. Has been rising to about 4800 meters. Finally avoided the turbulence.

Under Zhang Yong's command, the other four fighters regrouped.

Keep flying forward. We encountered turbulence again on the way.

It is necessary to lower the altitude, increase the altitude, or collectively adjust the course.

All this is done based on the empty finger map.

Without the empty finger map, it would have been chaos. The team had long since collapsed.

After the team collapsed, everyone could only rely on their own skills to cope.

Someone may return successfully.

Someone may also have to make an emergency landing.

The last possibility is that the opportunity will destroy people.

No one knows what the outcome will be.

Therefore, even very skilled pilots do not dare to fly at night easily.

Especially night flights away from the airport. For example, attacking from a distance. Once encountering turbulence, the chance of finding the target will be very low.

At the beginning, the other four pilots were indeed a little nervous.

They had no experience with night flying.

Once you need to face it alone, you simply don't have the ability to cope.

Fortunately, as long as you follow the instructions of the commissioner, all dangers can be resolved smoothly.

"We are about to reach the end of Hangzhou Jianqiao Airport."

"The current distance is fifty kilometers."

Zhang Yong said loudly.

The other four were relieved.

It's finally here.

Commissioner, that's what you do!

You can easily find your target in the dark night.

Turbulence and the like seemed to have no effect on him.

"All of them."

"Altitude maintained at 2500. Heading 100. Speed ​​280."

Zhang Yong issued the order.

He was ready to make a circle. Attack from the east.

Maybe, well, it's possible that the Japanese invaders' airport will strengthen surveillance of aircraft coming from the west.

If it is accidentally discovered, it will not be able to achieve the ultimate suddenness.

But attacking from the east, the Japanese invaders may not be so cautious.

really…

After making a big circle, we arrived at the east side of Jianqiao Airport.

Safety.

Not found.

Continue to lower the height. Prepare to attack.

1500 meters…

800 meters…

The height is getting lower and lower.

Everything on the ground becomes clearer and clearer.

The Japanese fighter planes are vividly visible.

A conservative estimate puts the number of enemy planes at more than a hundred.

However, this is not the point.

The important point is that the air finger map also shows oil depots and ammunition depots, as well as communication centers.

Oops, this is awesome.

Just launch an attack directly on the map and you can kill the target in one fell swoop.

Unfortunately, there were only five aircraft and not enough firepower. The ammunition carried was not enough. It is impossible to attack so many targets at the same time.

what to do?

Cold salad…

Attack directly.

Dive!

Shoot!

bomb!

[To be continued]

(End of chapter)