"The Americans recently made a suggestion to us, a small-scale test of the aircraft carrier's attack power without using our current aircraft carrier team. They will provide us with a miniaturized aircraft carrier. This warship was originally a 7,000-ton light cruiser. After half of the time, the Americans believed that such a small warship could not meet the combat needs. However, this ship did not stop working due to project progress issues, so although it was not included in the combat fleet, it was used as a training ship."

"This aircraft carrier will be camouflaged and will then arrive at our base in the Persian Gulf of the Indian Ocean, where the final flight deck laying will be completed. Then, our aircraft and ground crews will be boarded. We are responsible for the aviation operation of the entire warship, and the Americans will be responsible for the operation of the warship. Finally, this aircraft carrier training ship will attack a suitable target accompanied by two battleships to test the combat effectiveness of our air force and aircraft carrier tactics." Major General Rodhart said.

"Damn, Americans have such a big brain! Having money means doing whatever they want!" After hearing this, the prince said something in his mind. First of all, Ruprecht believed that the Americans would definitely provide an aircraft carrier improved with light cruisers, which was nothing for the Americans who were rich and powerful at this time and were preparing for war. Secondly, the ability of the Americans to get them to the Indian Ocean and then make up this plan is enough to show that they have a lot of ideas.

I have to say that this suggestion is very good. First of all, the Indian Ocean is a relatively remote battlefield. None of the two sides have the energy to pay attention to this matter at the moment. After the Japanese fleet was beaten by Su Xiong once, neither the British nor the Japanese could draw enough troops to deal with Su Xiong. Now, if the Japanese transport fleet goes through the Indian Ocean, it will take a detour and try to avoid the other party's range of activities. Until now, it is difficult for Su Xiong fleet to find a target...

So, if you attack a transport fleet here, even if you use carrier-based aircraft to attack, the results will not be bad. Those crew members who do not have any naval combat experience have probably never heard of what an aircraft carrier is. When encountering an aircraft attack, they are more likely to think that it was a seaplane taking off and attacking. After all, Su Xiong and others have done these things before. What should I do if the attack effect is not good? It doesn’t matter, there are two fast battleships responsible for the final blow! So what if you are afraid of leaking? Isn’t it over if the two fast bbs are solved?!

Although it is certain that the environment in the Indian Ocean is definitely much different from that of the North Sea, it is undeniable that this is indeed a practical test, and if you are lucky, you can also test the waters with a secondary main ship. Because, even if you take a detour, the Allies still use former dreadnoughts or armored cruisers to provide cover for the fleet, because there have always been German camouflage attack ships in this sea area, and this warship with extremely small logistics burdens will be operated at sea much longer than Su Xiong's rapid battleships.

"This seems to be a good suggestion. It is of great reference value for the construction of our future fleet." After careful consideration, Ruprecht agreed in principle. In theory, it is unlikely to leak intelligence. If it is just to attack a transport fleet on a corner battlefield and the participation of a fast battleship, the British are likely to characterize this operation as an ordinary maritime battle, and the aircraft carriers are generally outside the opponent's vision. Under the current circumstances, even if there are fish that escaped the net and sent back the information, they are most considering that the other party is using the aircraft released from the battleship.

If we consider the efficiency of the bureaucratic system itself, the British would probably be too late to get the news, because there is not much time left for the British, and they cannot spend a few months chasing Bavaria's efforts for several years! And this is not a big risk. Even if something happens, at most it will be some planes and an American ship.

As for whether the systems of both sides are compatible, there is definitely no problem. Just like when the American army equipment began in history, it was almost copied to the French. In this plane, the American aircraft carrier design and construction and related rules and regulations were also based on the German high seas fleet. Some people joked that the aircraft carriers of both sides were actually the same from hardware to software, but one was in the English version and the other was in the German version...

"Who is responsible for this matter?" the prince thought about it and asked.

"The commander of the fleet is naturally General Su Xiong, General Redell is the chief of staff. I will be responsible for aviation. The commander of that American aircraft carrier is a US lieutenant colonel named Kimmel. In addition to our aviation personnel, everything else is ready. If our carrier-based aircraft transfers, we can arrive at Port Fao within 3 days."

"Okay, be careful and confidential." The prince thought for a while and said.

"Then, we will prepare. We will make a report on the relevant personnel and equipment information and combat plans and submit it to you." Admiral Schell said.

Therefore, after obtaining the approval of the prince, the combat plan code-named "Operation Monsoon" was officially launched. This time, the main goal of the German Indian Ocean squadron was no longer to destroy the transport fleet, but to test the combat effectiveness of this new army of naval aviation.

The Americans were still very efficient. Two weeks later, the light aircraft carrier named Constellation arrived at the Port of Faa from the United States. On the way, the Americans were not intercepted by the British fleet. The Americans camouflaged the ship, and the large number of wooden buildings made it look like a cargo ship. Because the ship did not go to sensitive areas, even if it was encountered by the British, it was just let go. After all, the American star-stripe flag was hung on it.

Just before the Americans arrived, the elites of the German Navy aviation team had already arrived at Fao through continuous transitions in order to adapt themselves and the aircraft to the climate of the Indian Ocean. After the fleet arrived, a train also sent the accessories and torpedoes needed by the air force. At this point, the entire air force began to officially start its own training in the Persian Gulf.

A total of 28 aircraft of various types arrived here. They were just a squadron in size, but they included all types from reconnaissance aircraft, fighter aircraft to torpedo aircraft. After all the elements were in place, the final combat readiness would also be launched.
Chapter completed!