The hot summer is here, and the cicadas outside the window keep screaming.

In the conference room of the Mingzhou Naval Fleet Base, a group of neatly dressed naval officers were holding a meeting. At this time, young Zhang Zhen was speaking.

"The Gulf War was a high-tech war. This war demonstrated the absolute strength of the multinational forces led by the United States." Zhang Zhen said: "Especially the U.S. Navy in the Persian Gulf and the Mediterranean, which gathered six aircraft carriers.

It reflects the importance of aircraft carriers as a delivery tool. Their naval power can have an overwhelming advantage even if it moves up to the Pacific Fleet."

A few months have passed since the Gulf War. This was the first war of the 1990s, and it was also a high-tech war. This war shocked the entire East.

If you put yourself in, can you block the attack of multinational forces?

Of course it's impossible.

Even Lao Maozi's Pacific Fleet cannot compete with the US Navy. Of course, the US Navy does not dare to do this because Lao Maozi is the master who will throw mushroom bombs if he disagrees.

The entire military was greatly shocked, and it posed a serious challenge to the navy. What should we do if we face an American aircraft carrier?

"If we want to protect the maritime rights and interests of our motherland, then we must have the same weapons. In other words, our navy also needs aircraft carriers to restrain the enemy's aircraft carriers." Zhang Zhen continued: "Currently, the Air Force has already

After negotiating the purchase of the Su-27, we noticed that this fighter also has a carrier-based version. Therefore, our navy can use this fighter as an established carrier-based aircraft. According to the Soviet third-generation aircraft carrier Kuznetsov

We will design our own aircraft carrier.”

In October last year, Lao Maozi officially named their aircraft carrier No. 1143.5 the Kuznetsov, and it will continue to be used for future generations.

There was finally a burst of discussion in the conference room.

"Captain Zhang, your proposal is too bold. With our current industrial base, how can we possibly start building an aircraft carrier?"

"That is, we simply cannot produce the steel we need for the aircraft carrier."

"If you take a big step, it's easy to make mistakes."

"Now we just want to do some theoretical analysis."

Facing everyone's doubts, Zhang Zhen continued to remain calm: "Everyone, I got the news yesterday that Mingzhou Shipbuilding Industry Group is designing an aircraft carrier for Siam. Therefore, we still have this strength in the country."

"What?"

Everyone was shocked.

Of course they know that the shipyard, also located in Mingzhou, is currently undergoing rapid development. Let alone civilian ships, it has recently won a construction contract for the Navy's 051c, which is the Navy's first destroyer with a displacement of more than 7,000 tons.

Everyone is looking forward to it.

But, what about aircraft carriers? Hahaha, let’s forget it. Not many countries in the world can build that thing.

After hearing Zhang Zhen's words, Leader Nie present became serious: "Mingzhou Shipbuilding Industry Group, wants to build an aircraft carrier?"

"Yes."

"Call them and ask them to come to our meeting." Leader Nie spoke.

This meeting was originally a summary meeting of the Gulf War, but now, with Zhang Zhen's speech, the topic of the meeting changed and became the issue of the Navy's aircraft carriers.

Others can't do it, but Qin Tao is different. The major things Qin Tao has done have been spread among the top brass of the Navy. These people in the Mingzhou Naval Base have made up their minds to fully support Mingzhou in the future.

Zhouzhou Shipyard, the future of the navy depends on this shipyard.

At this time, while waiting, everyone was already talking.

"No matter how bold the people are and how productive the land is, there is nothing that Mingzhou Shipbuilding Industry Group dares not do. Mr. Qin is a capable person."

"Yeah, I don't know when the construction of 051c will start. It's really exciting."

"Yes, if it is built, I would like to apply to be a military representative."

"It would be great if there was an aircraft carrier. Our navy has been waiting for it for decades!"

"Do you think this project can be included in our 8*91 project?"

Finally, someone mentioned the 8*91 project. More people fell silent, lowering their heads and thinking about something. Some people also looked at someone present.

For any country with a coastline, it will look forward to safeguarding maritime rights and interests and having a strong navy.

The motherland is no exception.

In the 1960s, when Lao Maozi's Moscow-class helicopter carrier appeared, the country could no longer control its restless heart. In July 1970, it officially began to make a development plan for New China's first aircraft carrier, which was named

For "Project 707".

According to the characteristics of that era, this aircraft carrier was determined to be a 30,000-ton light aircraft carrier. It would be equipped with vertical take-off and landing fighter jets, making it a unique aircraft carrier.

This project undoubtedly bears the mark of the times. The scientific research design was completed at the end of 1972, and construction started in 1973. It was completed and launched at the end of the "Fourth Five-Year Plan" (1971-1975). (It is said that the islanders were very enthusiastic at that time and wanted to build it here.

Aircraft carrier, they sent over their own World War II aircraft carrier design drawings.)

Due to various reasons, this aircraft carrier project ultimately came to an end. Just like the manned space projects at that time, it became a memory of that era.

In this way, until the late 1980s, the Navy still did not give up the aircraft carrier dream. In the late 1980s, it began to recruit pilots to the ships and began to reserve talents. At the same time, on January 7, 1989, the aircraft carrier demonstration

The project was approved and this was the "8*91 Project".

Unlike the lofty ambitions of Project 707, Project 8*91 is more pragmatic. An important principle of this project is to rely on its own capabilities to develop medium-sized aircraft carriers on its own. As for the specifications of the aircraft carrier, it is to build a 50,000-ton aircraft carrier with

Steam catapult conventionally powered aircraft carrier.

This project fell on the Huating Naval Academy. They began to conduct feasibility studies on the design and construction of this project, and also planned to build related models for testing.

At this time, at today's meeting, there was Zhang Yang, a representative of the Huating Naval Academy, who is also one of the leaders of the 8*91 project. (Some information came from Baidu, but after checking, it seems that there is no Huating

Naval Academy unit.)

Zhang Yang felt extremely emotional.

Back then, when he had just graduated and started working, he was fortunate enough to participate in the 707 project. Later, although the project was terminated, his dream of an aircraft carrier was not shattered, and he still persisted in his ideal.

After teaching at Huating Naval Academy, I actually got such an opportunity!

He was extremely excited, but at the same time, he also knew that this project was not at the national level, but was initiated by the Navy itself. The Navy's annual military expenditures were so tight that it would be difficult to raise funds to build an aircraft carrier. At present, only

It’s just about being able to conduct basic theoretical research.

That's it, I don't know when I will dismount.

What now?

Now Mingzhou Shipbuilding Industry Group actually wants to build an aircraft carrier for Siam? When he heard the news, he was extremely shocked.

Perhaps, by cooperating with Mingzhou Shipbuilding Industry Group, we can actually build a navy aircraft carrier?

Half an hour later, Qin Tao appeared in the conference room.

Thanks to his Santana car, and also thanks to his big brother who can be contacted at any time, so he can be at your call at any time.

When he was called over, Qin Tao didn't know what was going on. He was a little curious. Could it be that the Navy wanted to rush 051c? That's a good thing.

"President Qin, I heard that you are designing an aircraft carrier for Siam. If Siam places an order, it will be built by you. Your Mingzhou Shipyard is really awesome!" Leader Nie said.

Qin Tao suddenly realized: "So, you just called me here to hear about us building an aircraft carrier for Siam? I'm sorry, this is a commercial secret. Unless our navy also orders one, I can't use this aircraft carrier."

The details are made public.”

"Mr. Qin, let us listen, and we won't lose a single hair, so what are we afraid of?" Zhang Zhen said from the side.

Qin Tao shook his head: "You are not afraid, I am. Our aircraft carrier is going to Siam to bid for it. I am not afraid of foreign shipyards competing with me. I am afraid that our domestic shipyards will maliciously lower the price with me.

.If I tell the details here, I’m sure my design will be copied by others. Once bitten by a snake, you will be afraid of well ropes for ten years. You also know about the missile boat.”

Everyone present looked a little embarrassed. This matter was something Zhongjiang Shipyard did wrong and had nothing to do with their navy. However, the Navy did not pursue the matter and just deprived Zhongjiang Shipyard of its qualification to bid for warships. This was because the other party had done so for the second time.

The reason why he came to steal the design drawings.

Therefore, there is a reason why Qin Tao is so precious here.

"President Qin, don't worry, we are all members of the military here. If anyone dares to leak secrets, I will personally send them in." Leader Nie began to comfort Qin Tao: "Your Mingzhou Shipyard has been working with our navy.

We have a good relationship. Our Marine Corps is still working as a security guard at your place. The military and civilians are a family, so don’t hide it and talk to us about this project."

Qin Tao thought for a while: "If you ask me, it's okay. The Navy will have to announce to the public that it will order one."

"What?"

Leader Nie frowned a little, how can this be done? Does the Navy have the funds? Besides, the Navy has produced two 051cs with you, which is already very good.

"Mr. Qin, do you want us to build momentum?" At this time, Zhang Zhen reacted first.

Qin Tao nodded: "Yes, we are going to bid. The biggest flaw is that it is purely for foreign trade and there is no one for personal use. Therefore, the Navy needs to announce to the outside world that it thinks our design of this aircraft carrier is very good and it will also purchase one. That's it.

It can relieve customers’ concerns.”

The biggest competitor is Spain. The opponent's advantage is that it has already built one for the Spanish navy and has experience.

We also have experience, and our navy is also going to place an order!

All you have to do is fool the country of Siam, and wait until the other party pays the deposit and the aircraft carrier starts to be built. At worst, it can be said that the navy is short of funds and will not build it in the end. The navy is very regretful and so on.

Leader Nie thought about it and then said: "Our Navy should be able to help with this. I can ask my superiors for instructions. As long as my superiors approve it, we can announce to the outside world that the Navy will also order a ship of the same model."

"It is not necessary for the Navy to publicly announce that we have a very good relationship with Siam. We have many naval officers and have good personal relationships with Siamese naval officers. As long as we reveal it intentionally or unintentionally, it can also play a role in building momentum.

"Qin Tao said.

This is even better! Leader Nie nodded immediately: "Well, this matter will be taken care of by me. I am very familiar with their naval officers. Next, it's time to talk about your aircraft carrier plan, right?"
To be continued...