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Chapter 182 The Golden Helmet (1)

"Now you can start asking questions, who else doesn't understand?" Lieutenant Colonel Hermann Maike, the new captain of the 501st "Tonghuashun" Bomber Wing, looked at the group of newcomers behind his back. △↗,.

This newly formed bomber wing, from the captain to the pilot, was all drawn from various aviation teams. Most of the pilots came from the Second Air Force, the Fourth Army and the Fifth Army, and there were also several newcomers transferred from the brigades directly under the Second Air Force. These pilots were actually newly added to the reserve personnel in each army, and it is because of this that the various flight teams released people so generously.

"Is there no problem? Very good. All crews are ready to go out immediately and gather at the runway in fifteen minutes." Lieutenant Colonel Maike nodded with satisfaction. Although these subordinates were all novices, they were as courageous as veterans.

"Captain Film stays here, I have something to talk to you." The wing commander called his own flight captain while packing up the information on the briefing stand.

"Sir, is there any problem?" Film walked forward and asked in confusion.

"I agree to your application report. At the end of this month, you will have fifteen days off. In addition, congratulations, Captain, it's a pity that I can't attend your wedding. Please convey my blessings and apologies to the bride at that time." Lieutenant Colonel Maike placed the folder under his armpit, then picked up the soft combat cap on the table and put it on his head.

"This is so good. Thank you very much, Mr. United Captain, I will definitely convey your blessings to Hilda." Philm was overjoyed and quickly expressed his gratitude to his chief. He has been looking forward to this holiday for a long time and can finally return to his hometown to get married this time.

"I heard that Major Garland is related to you. This time you may meet him in heaven. This time the 26th Regiment will escort us." After packing up his things, Maike began to walk out the door, and the captain followed closely by his side.

"This time, all the first brigade was dispatched. This is the first time that the new aircraft was undergoing actual combat inspection. The upper level of the aviation team attached great importance to this. I want to lead the team personally this time, so I will take your plane. Okay, see you next to the runway later. Captain. I will also go to prepare for flight." The corps leader waved his hand to the commander of the brigade, turned his head and walked along the path to the pilot's garage room.

The current development status of the Luftwaffe Air Force has reached a peak in history. New technologies and equipment are being continuously launched and applied, and various new tactical improvement plans are emerging one after another. The quality of air force personnel and reserve training have also shown rapid development. Some experienced old instructors have been withdrawn from the front line, and various aviation schools have also expanded their enrollment scale. Large-scale aviation popularization activities have also been carried out in primary and secondary schools in Germany.

The bureaucratic style that was originally popular under Gorene in the command organization was completely wiped out, and any intentional delay or malfeasance would be immediately sent to the military court. According to Mirchi, the head of state's eyes were always staring at the Air Force. Those guys who regarded the head of state's teachings as in front of their ears were seeking death, which was not worthy of sympathy.

According to Xu Jun's idea, a large number of units with overlapping functions were abolished within the Air Force, and the entire command system was streamlined to one-third of the previous one. However, efficiency was significantly improved. Some air wings with empty shells were merged, such as the Fourth Army and the Fifth Army. Because each brigade is stationed at different airports in China, the equipment status and training conditions are also very different due to the different environment and conditions. Many squadrons have remote locations and difficult logistics supply, which has caused the units to shrink and smaller, and in the end there is almost only one number left to be used to bluff people.

At the same time, some units with experimental nature were also formed with Xu Jun's personal intervention. The 501 bomber wing is a unit that is organized in this context. The starting point of the establishment is to undertake the training and testing of the latest aircraft models, and at the same time test the use and advantages of some new bomber tactics in actual combat.

In fact, this corps is not fully equipped yet, because the production speed of new equipment is somewhat delayed. Juncker really has no time to expand its production line, so the current corps is only half of that of a regular corps. Since the First Battalion completed all the equipment training first, it will have the opportunity to dispatch in this mission.

The preparation for the dispatch of a bomber squadron is not an easy task. The field airport runway numbered PC3 is now full of ground crew members. The fuel filling trucks rang through the rows of planes with a loudspeaker, and the fuel crew dragged one drained rubber oil bag after another to the truck onto the side. The mechanics conducted the last inspection under the wings, and each inspection port was confirmed to be closed and locked. They also had to ensure that the gas cylinders on the plane were fully charged and the batteries were in the best state. The ammunitioners left the taxiway in a small truck that dragged a long ammunition truck. The trucks were now empty, and all the bombs loaded on it had been hung into the aircraft's ammunition compartment.

Just as the preparations were about to end, the pilots came to the apron in groups of three or three with their own equipment on their backs.

These pilots were carrying the latest equipment flight helmets in their hands. It is said that there is a tortuous story behind the birth of this helmet. This thing was the inspiration that the Head of State accidentally obtained when he was free of work, so he drew an exquisite design sketch on a napkin. The Head of State seemed a little absent-minded at the time, but did not take away the work after the meal. How could the Head of State's handwritten design be left out? So Mirchi, who was lucky enough to eat with him at the time, took it into his hands quickly.

After returning to the Air Force Command, he took out this item and handed it over to the Air Force Technical Bureau for research. As a result, the group of experts were all shocked by the advanced design in the sketch. With Mirchi's full efforts, this batch of trial versions was created within two weeks.

Over the past six months, various miracles have proved that God's apostle is not a false reputation. The pilots soon fell in love with this handsome helmet. It is also equipped with a pair of cool-shaped shading goggles and a fully-covered oxygen mask. After the full set is equipped, the appearance alone can be daunting.

According to Mirchi, when the head of state was extremely happy after seeing the sample for the first time, the corners of his mouth trembled due to excitement and remained silent for a while at the helmet. Mirchi swore to the sky and even saw the head of state with shiny tears in his eyelids at that time. Think about it, what could make the head of state cry excitedly must be a great thing.

Xu Jun was indeed shocked at that time. He never thought that Mirchi would put down a Star Wars Imperial Army flying helmet in front of him.

Under the strong request of the head of state, the second batch of helmets were ordered to change their appearance. This batch of test items became out of print and were equipped in only a few experimental corpses. The first batch produced only one hundred.

Because of the particularity of the background of this helmet, it was once regarded as a proof of recognition among pilots by the head of state. Some ace pilots pointed out that their superiors should use this helmet as a prize for military achievements. Of course, this helmet was proven to be ineffective and far from being as improved versions in the later period. However, because it was designed by the head of state and its appearance was murderous, even if the pilot did not wear it, it would put it in the room as a decoration.

Xu Jun was amused and finally agreed to create a batch of replica versions as a reward for the trump card. At the same time, he ordered the pilot to be regarded as a symbol of honor and not used in combat. These dark helmets are painted with dazzling golden stripes on the outside, so they are called golden helmets by pilots. Only the pilots with the best skills can the ace among the trump card be qualified to hold them.

After losses in the war, the number of the first batch of original helmets left was very rare, and they were highly sought after in the collection industry in the future. The auction price of each top was far beyond the gold of equal weight, which was considered to be a real name from another angle.

The pilots completed the final preparations next to their respective planes and carried their own umbrella bags with the help of the ground crew. As they had to pass a large area of ​​water on the way, everyone also had to bring a full set of water life-saving supplies. One and two of them looked a little bloated.

Under the command of the wing captain, all the pilots started boarding the plane. After a short while, the entire apron was filled with blue smoke sprayed out when the engine started. The powerful horsepower engine roared unscrupulously, and the hurricane blown by the huge propeller swept across the open runway. Fourteen ju88-b3 bombers with beautiful streamlined cockpits slowly drove into the taxiway. The ground crew confirmed that the runway was ready and there were no obstacles, and then waved the command flag to the lead plane.

"This is a red tie. Please note that this is a red tie. I have already taken the seat and requested to take off." Lieutenant Colonel Maike pulled down the communication switch and asked the podium to take off. His flight captain was driven to the position of the radio operator, and the original operator was now waving his military cap on the side of the runway to see him off.

"You can take off, get the red plane, I wish you all the best." The podium sent a reply signal.

"Very good, let's go." Maike gently pushed down the throttle lever and skillfully controlled the tail rudder. After reaching the take-off speed, the Air Force Lieutenant Colonel decisively pulled up the joystick, and the ju88 double wheels left the runway lightly. After adjusting the balance slightly, Maike put away the landing gear and the plane began to slowly climb around the airport.

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