My girlfriend is from 1949

"Where did this plane come from?"

"It seems there's more than one."

"The one behind it is much bigger, could it be a bomber?"

"The Kuomintang reactionaries are bombing again?"

"Don't panic, there's no air raid siren."

"Yes, yes, there will be an alarm if it's a bombing."

"Could it be a plane belonging to the new government?"

"..."

On the streets of Shanghai, pedestrians and business owners alike held their heads high.

Even the shop owners and employees, as well as the diners, took to the streets.

They all raised their heads, staring in the direction from which the roaring sound came from the sky.

Even their faces showed worry and fear.

What I was most worried about was that the Kuomintang reactionaries, unwilling to accept defeat, would bomb us again.

The newspapers a while ago published reports of the reactionary attacks.

A formation of fighter jets and bombers took off from Zhoushan, attempting to bomb Shanghai.

As a result, it was shot down by the People's Liberation Army... no, it was the Soviet Union's most advanced Berkut missile while it was still in the suburbs.

At the time, major newspapers rushed to report on it, and it was a topic of conversation everywhere.

But no one noticed that this time the rumor seemed to have spread far too widely.

They didn't even notice that someone seemed to be pushing things from the shadows.

He gave all the credit to his elder brother.

In fact, with the trade of the modern world, the new China is no longer afraid of other countries.

To put it bluntly, even if we were to come up with advanced technology that surpasses that of the US and the Soviet Union, we wouldn't be afraid of them seizing it.

If they really get desperate, they'll buy all sorts of advanced weapons, and in the end, it's uncertain who will be the defending side!

However, it's best to keep these things a secret as long as possible.

He pretends to be weak to outwit his opponent, and at crucial moments, he can deliver a devastating surprise attack.

The current low profile is not out of fear of the Soviet Union and the United States, but rather to prepare for the Korean War.

This makes the Americans think that we are still the poor and backward new China.

In terms of equipment, they still use weapons from all over the world.

Even the Soviet Union's support for the battlefield consisted only of firearms from World War II; they weren't even willing to provide AK-47s.

This perceived disparity could cause the UN forces to suffer heavy losses on the battlefield!

Strive to inflict heavy damage on the enemy from the very beginning!

The subsequent negotiations became much easier.

This would also allow the war to end more quickly, enabling us to shift our focus back to national development.

Of course, the war can end prematurely, but the outcome will not change.

The coexistence of the Northern and Southern Dynasties is the most advantageous outcome for us and the result that the whole world most wants to see.

Therefore, we should still keep our talents hidden.

When the people learned that the enemy plane had been shot down last time, they all clapped and cheered.

Now that planes are seen in the sky again, some people suspect that the Kuomintang reactionaries are bombing again.

Some people felt that since the enemy planes had come and gone without a trace last time, they probably wouldn't dare to come so frequently to their deaths again.

So these planes might belong to the People's Government.

Furthermore, the absence of air raid sirens should indicate that there is no danger.

really

These planes did not enter the airspace over the city, but instead landed at a flight base in the suburbs.

At this moment, the basic infrastructure of the air force base has been basically completed.

The control tower, hangar, and barracks have all been completed.

In terms of scale, it can accommodate at least 120 aircraft.

This was built entirely according to the specifications of an air force division.

An air force division consists of three regiments, with a full complement of 80 to 120 aircraft, but in practice, it usually has around 80 aircraft.

Modern units are typically brigade-level, with a brigade managing 24 to 48 fighter jets.

The fact that they transferred General Chiang, a former army division commander, already indicated the scale of the operation; it was at least at the division level.

The scale may even expand further in the future.

After all, Chen Huai'an's presence here signifies that this place is no longer the same as an ordinary air force division.

It was built to the minimum standards because of the short construction period.

Waaaaah!

Two MiG-15 fighter jets slowly landed at the airport.

Although the ground crew had received the news long ago, they still couldn't help but widen their eyes when they saw the two MiG-15s.

"The wings face backwards!"

"No propeller?"

"This is called a jet fighter; it doesn't use a propeller."

"Is this the new aircraft we purchased?"

"Looks impressive!"

"..."

The soldiers were buzzing with excitement and amazement at the two fighter jets.

It has no propeller, making it completely different from previous airplanes.

After all, the planes the soldiers saw were all captured from the Kuomintang reactionaries.

The United States would naturally not provide any overly advanced aircraft.

The cooperation between the two parties is simply finding a buyer who collects secondhand goods.

The most advanced jet fighters are not for sale.

Moreover, the People's Liberation Army does not have an air force, so even if it were given jet fighters, it would not be able to fight in air combat.

Woohoo!

Just as the soldiers were surprised, a much larger plane landed.

However, this plane has a propeller.

Both the two MiG-15s and the Li-2 transport aircraft were obtained by the Chinese Air Force in exchange for non-staple foods.

These three are just the first batch to arrive.

Following them were 38 MiG-15 fighter jets, 20 Li-2 transport aircraft, and a number of trainer aircraft.

These planes will all land in Shanghai one after another.

They also switched to protecting procurement from Shanghai.

Although there are few fighter jets, they are not the mainstay of the People's Liberation Army's combat aircraft.

The air force is too poor now; it doesn't even have many decent fighter jets.

The air force base in Shanghai is essentially an empty shell.

Apart from anti-aircraft firepower, there wasn't a single fighter jet.

Therefore, we purchased 40 aircraft and placed them in Shanghai for temporary emergency use.

It also serves as a cover, so that if any aircraft take off in the future, it can be claimed to be a MiG-15 fighter jet.

The main fighter jet of the air force is the J-6 fighter jet, which has already been ordered.

However, the technology was too advanced, and some unnecessary equipment had to be removed and modified, which is why it wasn't delivered.

Once the J-6 fighter jets were modified to suit the conditions of 1949, that would be when the main force would enter the battlefield.

They will also be the main force to enter the Korean War in the future and seek revenge against American planes!

Therefore, for the Shanghai Air Force, the 20 Li-2 transport aircraft were truly useful.

It can transport vital supplies from modern times to all parts of the country by plane more quickly.

Moreover, the timing of our purchase of the aircraft was just right.

The Il-12 is now in service, intended to replace the Li-2 transport aircraft.

Therefore, buying Li-2 transport aircraft at this moment is just helping Big Brother clear out its inventory.

However, following historical trends, the Il-12 transport aircraft will be purchased next year and will remain in service until 1986.

With the advent of anti-aircraft missiles, transport aircraft are indeed more useful than fighter jets.

A larger transport plane was about to land, and its doors slowly opened.

One by one, large-nosed Soviets stepped out of the transport plane.

Du Hengtai could also be seen in the crowd.

After completing his trade mission, he also returned with the team on a transport plane.

Beside Du Hengtai was Victor, a blond-haired, blue-eyed man.

They are here on behalf of the Ministry of Commerce to discuss in-depth cooperation.

While we're at it, let's take a look at China's Coca-Cola production lines and food processing plants.

The higher-ups need to confirm with multiple parties whether our little brother in the East is truly following the policies they have set.

Developing light industry and agricultural planting has made it a solid rear area.

Lacking heavy industry and military industry, they need the protection of the big brother, thus becoming a vassal and completely eliminating the threat.

Therefore, his mission this time plays a crucial role in the future policy and level of aid to the Soviet Union.

Division Commander Chiang stood at the edge of the runway to greet the representatives from the Soviet Union and to observe the aircraft.

His eyes were practically sparkling!

The highest-ranking officer in the Shanghai Air Force didn't even have a single aircraft under his command.

That situation was incredibly awkward.

So when they received the news that a purchasing plane would be arriving today, they couldn't wait to order the runway to be cleared and the hangar to be cleaned.

All for the purpose of welcoming these precious babies!

Although Chen Huai'an had previously said that Soviet aircraft were not very good.

It won't be long before we can procure more advanced fighter jets.

But at that moment, Commander Jiang was like a starving man who suddenly saw a bowl of corn porridge in front of him and naturally couldn't resist the temptation.

Even knowing there was braised pork to come, I couldn't resist taking a few big sips to fill my stomach first.

These predecessors, who emerged from the most difficult times, were the most pragmatic.

No matter how big the pie will be in the future, let's fill our stomachs first.

Even the MiG-15 fighter jet may not be as good as the fighter jets that are about to be purchased.

But if you have nothing else, it's already the best thing you can have.

One of the chiefs, staring longingly at the enormous transport plane and its wing layout so different from that of a propeller plane, forgot that he was also supposed to be receiving foreign experts.

Fortunately, the translator next to me whispered a reminder, which brought me back to my senses from the surprise.

Commander Jiang, having seen his share of storms, quickly recovered from his overwhelming surprise.

He raised his hand to indicate, "Please go to the reception area to rest."

Led by a translator, the group of blond-haired, blue-eyed foreigners entered a small building.

This place was built in the style of a small auditorium, and it is usually used for holding conferences and award ceremonies.

Now that foreign friends are coming, we naturally receive them here.

After they sat down, they immediately got to the topic of cooperation.

Although the central government has finalized the cooperation agreement with the Soviet Union, the base still needs to coordinate and communicate on the specific implementation.

The first topic of discussion was the accommodation of the Soviet experts and instructors.

This issue is directly handled and managed by the base.

According to the agreement between the two parties, the delivery of the aircraft would be accompanied by the training of the pilots.

After all, these newly recruited flight trainees have never even touched a real airplane.

No matter how proficient you are in simulation training, you will inevitably encounter many practical problems when you actually use the computer.

These valuable flight experiences cannot be learned through simulation training.

As agreed, the Soviet Union sent instructors who were all experienced and had encountered various difficulties during flights.

Those who can teach by example should inform others of potential special circumstances.

To avoid a future emergency where fear and uncertainty could lead to a crash and loss of life.

So all three hundred flight trainees have returned to the base and are waiting for their instructors to start the lessons.

In addition to pilot training, ground support and other necessary facilities also require professional training.

Otherwise, to put it bluntly, without any experience, they probably wouldn't even know how to reload the machine gun.

If problems are encountered during maintenance and the solution is unknown, major issues will arise after the fighter jet takes off!

Therefore, in negotiations between the Central Committee and the Soviet Union, a large amount of daily necessities were used to obtain airplanes, along with corresponding supporting facilities.

This includes technical personnel from ground support, maintenance, fuel, meteorology, radar, anti-aircraft artillery, and missiles, who come to China to teach.

The experience shared by these instructors and technicians will be invaluable to the young Chinese Air Force!

Since the higher authorities had already set the tone for cooperation, the specific details of the cooperation in Shanghai were discussed very easily.

First, he led the technical staff on a tour of the base, and then they went to the school building to observe the flight cadets' classes.

When these foreign experts saw three hundred trainees sitting in chairs, simulating airplane operation with their bare hands, they were all stunned.

I knew long ago that the new China was poor and backward, but I never imagined it would be this poor.

The trainees could only practice in front of thin air; those conditions were truly harsh!

Commander Jiang, looking worried, said, "Shanghai has just been liberated. It's dirt poor and doesn't even have fighter jets. The trainees can only practice against thin air; that way, they can save fuel!"

Luckily, Chen Huai'an wasn't there, otherwise he would have given him a thumbs up and praised him as a movie star!

Their miserable appearance showed how poor they were, which was truly heartbreaking.

There are no fighter jets, that's the truth.

It's true that practicing in the air can save fuel.

The only thing these Soviet instructors didn't know was that these trainees weren't completely without flying experience.

At least in terms of flight simulation, everyone has exceeded 250 hours.

They have already met the standards for commercial drivers.

Moreover, because it is a flight simulator, various extreme situations are simulated.

When faced with an unexpected situation, I actually know how to deal with it.

The only thing missing now is real hands-on practice and the instruction of experienced instructors.

Now all the trainer aircraft and fighter jets have been delivered.

Moreover, the new China today is not as poor as it was on the original trajectory.

With the development of two large oil fields and the refining process using modern equipment, the oil shortage is no longer as severe as it was on the original track.

At least for pilots' practical training, there is still enough supply available.

Pilots are highly valued, and in this era of low literacy rates, they are even more so.

Therefore, the government would rather let them waste fuel in order to develop superb driving skills.

To be able to survive in future wars!

Soviet experts and instructors visited the flight unit's courses and learned about the entire base.

Training for other supporting facilities is also being conducted simultaneously.

Victor then left the air force base by car.

As a senior official in the Ministry of Commerce, it is even more necessary to understand the actual situation of the current Chinese market.

Traveling around and seeing different places is naturally the best way to learn.

The first place he visited was the Coca-Cola factory in Shanghai.

This concerns his backing and whether he can continue to drink Coca-Cola from socialism in the future. It also concerns his future, so it must be his top priority!