v2 Chapter 1406： Old Maozi's anger

Seeing Bao Zixuan coming, Little Ustinov let out a smile. The reason why this air show can achieve such a result can be said to be directly related to Bao Zixuan's suggestions. Without such a big player as Saudi Arabia, other countries in the Middle East would not buy Soviet weapons and equipment. After all, the Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan, but it caused a huge sensation in the Middle East.

Although these countries dare not do anything on the surface, they make many stumbling blocks secretly. It's time to end the farce, otherwise it will be difficult to gain international recognition. But this time digging holes for the Americans will let American companies taste the bitter fruit; although the means are not very glorious. But the effect was very obvious, making Little Ustinov look at Bao Zixuan with a strange look.

Before, I only felt that this kid was a senior engineer, a super genius; a good businessman. But this time, it has greatly subverted the cognition. It turned out that he was an expert in conspiracy estimates. If it were him, he would never have imagined it was so far-reaching; it would even make the Americans suffer. The Soviet Union achieved nothing without firing a shot; it was no less than waging a war.

Weapon preparation is not a one-shot deal, especially high-end weapons. Regular maintenance and upgrades are required, all of which can cost a fortune. And there is also personnel training, which is a real profit. A country's military procurement is limited, and the Soviet Union occupies more; then the United States or other countries will naturally reduce their share accordingly.

It seems that some things can't be solved by force alone. The international situation has undergone great changes, and the Soviet Union must also keep pace with the times. Aggression cannot always be thought of; solidarity and cooperation may become the next theme for humanity.

Bao Zixuan said with a smile: "It's getting more and more attractive now; Moscow has made you the head of the General Armament Department, you really have chosen the right person."

If it was someone else, they would definitely not be able to enter the Soviet exhibition hall. After all, it's closed at the moment, and everyone is packing up. And many weapons and equipment are related to state secrets. The richest man still has some privileges in this regard.

In fact, even if the country wants to steal, it will not choose this time. If Lao Maozi really caught the handle, things would not end well.

Little Ustinov said with a smile: "I really want to thank you for this. Fortunately, we are friends. If it is an opponent, I really don't know what to do. I am praying for your opponent now, because I feel that they have no Even the slightest chance of winning; it's kind of pathetic."

Saying this is indeed a bit flattering and killing him, and it feels like this is true; maybe the current richest man in Bao is a little narcissistic.

Bao Zixuan: "I came here to discuss something with you. If you didn't serve as the general equipment director before, it might have nothing to do with you. But now that you are in this position, you can't stay out of it."

Seeing Bao Zixuan take it so seriously, Little Ustinov immediately became serious. After all, in his impression, this kid usually doesn't matter, but when it comes to business, he will be very serious. This is true whether it is for subordinate employees or partners. Although it was a bit domineering, it was proved afterwards that it was still necessary to do according to other people's requirements.

Little Ustinov: "Let's talk inside, although it's in Paris, France. But this room is absolutely safe."

In fact, it is normal to think about it, even if the French install bugs. That also has to start with soft persimmons, for the Soviet Union; they dare not make any excessive moves. If you really want to be caught by Lao Maozi, it will be difficult to end; and it will seriously affect the reputation of the air show.

Everyone paid money to come to participate in the exhibition, but they found out that the French passed the air show to inquire about the confidential information of various countries. Just ask such an air show, and which country and company dare to participate. There is not even the most basic fairness and justice, and there is no credibility at all. Occasionally taking care of domestic businesses is nothing. Everyone turns one eye and closes the other, which is also a rule not to become.

But stealing conversations through eavesdropping devices is absolutely intolerable. The Soviets were not even afraid of the Americans, and in the eyes of others, France was really nothing.

Since Little Ustinov can guarantee it, he can talk about this topic with confidence.

Bao Zixuan: "When I was studying in London, I heard such a story one day at school. I feel that it should be useful to you, at least to restore a true image."

"The main content is about the cause of the crash of the Soviet Tu-144 at the Paris Air Show in 1973; the French did not explain it to you at that time."

Hearing about this plane, Little Ustinov began to recall. The Tu-144 passenger aircraft was designed in 1962 and was the first supersonic transport aircraft designed and manufactured by the Tupolev Design Bureau.

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In order to shorten the development cycle, it was put into use on the route first; the Tu-144 prototype adopted an aerodynamic layout very similar to the "Concorde" supersonic transport aircraft co-operated with Britain and France. And it adopts a long and narrow triangular wing and a tailless layout; 4 engines and under-wing air intakes are used, and most of the wings are not twisted. Allegedly; during the development process, a MiG-21 was used to refit a narrow delta wing tailless test aircraft; dozens of flight tests were carried out.

The production version of the Tu-144 was unveiled at the Paris Air Show in 1973. Compared with the prototype, the production model has major changes. In addition to the lengthening and widening of the fuselage, the wings, landing gear and engine nacelles have been redesigned; retractable canards have been added to the head. It is estimated that this is due to the results of a large number of pneumatic selection and testing.

But the first appearance was very unsuccessful, and even led to a crash. Not only compensated for huge economic losses, but also made the Soviet aviation industry a laughing stock.

Now that Bao Zixuan is talking about this matter again, is there something tricky in it?

Seeing that Little Ustinov was meditating, Bao Zixuan didn't bother him; now of course he had to give him some time to reminisce. It was more than ten years ago; it is estimated that at that time, he was at most a school-level officer. Maybe because of the family relationship, he knows more than people at the same level; but he doesn't know that clearly.

But now it is different, as a senior Soviet official. Now that you have the opportunity to understand the cause of the matter, of course, take it seriously. After all, this is also a manifestation of work ability, and it can also wash away the grievances of subordinate engineers.

Tu-144 aircraft, from the Tupolev Design Bureau; the most important aircraft design bureau in the Soviet Union. As the head of the General Armament Department, there are many times; there must be someone below to support him. This is a good opportunity to at least make the old man of the Tupolev Design Bureau appreciate him.

The Soviet weapons and equipment have serious problems in China; let alone at the Paris Air Show, it can be said that the shame was thrown at the grandmother's house. This matter has always been like a mountain, always pressing on the Tupolev Design Bureau.

Seeing Little Ustinov recover, Bao Zixuan continued: "Actually, on the morning of the test flight, a French Air Force Mirage III fighter jet took off from Strasbourg, and the crew was instructed to fly at a low altitude on the Tu-144. Take some aerial photos while skimming Le Bourget."

"When the Tu-144 dived to an altitude of 500 meters, the "Phantom" was located about 200 meters in front of the Tu-144. The appearance of this fighter may have distracted the Tu-144 pilots, who believed that the two planes were the same. The distance was too close. A few seconds later, the Mirage III crew was instructed to evacuate."

"Then the Mirage III began to turn to the left, and in the eyes of the Tu-144 crew, the plane seemed to suddenly become larger, and they believed that the two planes might collide. In response, the captain of the Tu-144 steered the plane. Going into the dive, presumably trying to avoid the Phantom III, this moderate dive puts the aircraft in negative g-gauge—not too much on the data logger."

"And the left wing of the plane fell off at this time, and the plane that lost one wing immediately rolled and buckled; it broke into two sections, exploded and fell in the air, and the scene was very tragic."

"When the Concorde was tested before, the French side notified the crew of the Concorde. But during the test flight of the Tu-144, France chose to hide the filming. Because they wanted to get the Tu-144 aircraft duck at the time. The structural characteristics of the wing layout. After all, this has been on military aircraft before.”

"That is to say, knowing the canard layout of the Tu-144 aircraft is equivalent to knowing the aerodynamic performance of all the canard layout fighters currently in service in the Soviet Union."

After all, he is also a senior military general, and he still knows a lot about the characteristics of the aircraft.

And the chief engineer of the Tu-144 airliner, little Tupolev happened to be in the exhibition hall; little Ustinov hurriedly called him.

So the two discussed it and learned the specific cause of the plane crash. The old man was very enthusiastic, but at the same time, he also blamed himself for the many shortcomings of the plane.

There is actually a problem with the design overload of the Tu-144. The machine can withstand a positive overload of 5-7g; while the negative overload limit is only 1g. Even if there are some problems with its own design, the cause of the accident is still made by the French. Things can never be left like this, and we must ask the French for an explanation. However, it needs to be investigated clearly before, at least so that the French have nothing to say.

These have little to do with Bao Zixuan, it's the French's turn to have a headache.