So fast?
Wait, speed doesn't seem to matter.
Where is the gentleness?
Where is the tenderness?
When refueling in the air, which pilot would not be careful and cautious, and move gently and gently, for fear that there would be the slightest problem and the connection would not be possible. The entire aerial refueling process simply exceeds the level of caring for his own wife.
As a result, the pilot controlling this new high-security fighter jet was doing well. He accelerated forward without any intention of treating it with caution. From allowing the refueling operation to successfully docking, it took less than ten seconds.
"What the hell?"
Su Peng, who was flying in the right airspace to accompany him, watched the No. 012 J-10d accurately dock with the hose refueling probe, and the corners of his mouth twitched.
Is this the first time for aerial refueling?
Skilled, smooth, and the process was perfect, as if he had experienced hundreds of aerial refuelings. He was no worse than the veteran pilots at the base, and even slightly exceeded it, which made Su Peng a little embarrassed.
Zhou Hai followed the operating procedures and checked the comprehensive data displayed on the sharp eye sight to confirm that it was correct. He clicked on the automatic flight mode, released the light transmission joystick with his right hand, opened the fuel receiving lock of the refueling pipe, and called to the IL-78 tanker: "Report to Cow No. 1 that the refueling probe has been successfully docked, the oil pipe lock has been opened, and refueling operations are requested."
"Cow No. 1 has been received and is performing refueling operations. The estimated refueling time is 4 minutes and the refueling volume is 4,100 kilograms." The command prompt of the mission commander came from the encrypted radio channel.
After the words fell, after the refueling operator turned on the fuel delivery switch, streams of high-quality aviation fuel flowed like a rushing turbulence through the soft refueling pipeline more than ten meters long, passed through the refueling connection probe and the nose refueling pipe, and surged crazily. Into the internal fuel tank and conformal fuel tank of the body.
"drop!"
The multi-function screen in the center of the cockpit immediately gives a green prompt signal that it is receiving fuel.
Time gradually passes by, and as more and more aviation fuel is injected into the fuselage, the weight of the fuselage changes one after another. While the thrust remains unchanged, the overall flight performance and maneuverability show a decreasing trend, and it is in automatic flight. In the J-10D Fire Dragon mode, the central computer of the avionics system corrects the flight attitude based on the center of gravity change data and maintains a stable connection with the IL-78 tanker.
Four minutes later, aviation fuel with a total mass of 4,100 kilograms was poured into the internal fuel tank of the aircraft body, and the aerial refueling was completed.
"Call zero, the refueling operation has been completed, refueling has been terminated, and separation is allowed." The command voice of the Niu Niu No. 1 mission commander came from the radio encrypted communication channel.
"Zero received, ready to disconnect."
Zhou Hai took advantage of the situation and regained control of the optical transmission control stick, released the automatic flight mode, took over control of the aircraft, replied with a reply, and started operating.
"Ding!"
The metal refueling pipe on the nose and the funnel-shaped refueling connection probe were unlocked and separated, and a slight sound was heard, hidden in the sound of the turbofan engine that resounded throughout the world.
The entire J-10D left the refueling position, turned to the right, and flew away safely.
"Full marks for first aerial refueling."
Su Peng, who was controlling the No. 008 J-10d, picked up the tactical tablet and recorded the comprehensive score of Haiyan Squadron's new flyer Zhou Hai. Then he pulled the lever back, turned the rudder to the right, and issued a new order: "Zero, prepare to execute the two-plane formation. For the training mission, I will be the lead aircraft and you will be the wingman. We will train ultra-low-altitude penetration techniques in mountainous areas. The route data has been transmitted."
"Zero received."
Zhou Hai responded, checked the training route, controlled the War Eagle beneath him, maintained a compact two-plane formation with Su Peng, and quickly flew away from the target area for aerial refueling, preparing to launch ultra-low-altitude penetration training in complex terrain.
As a third-level top-secret unit of the Air Force, Pengcheng Base is completely different from ordinary aviation units and second-line aviation units. The training content for pilots is closer to the actual combat level in all aspects and focuses on combat. It is by no means an ordinary cruise without technical content.
Ordinary flight cruising can only increase the number of flight hours and has no substantial meaning.
"Call Overlord, call Zero. This is the highest combat command center in the Western Theater Command. Please report the remaining fuel level and weapons carrying status on the aircraft immediately." At this moment, another clear and melodious female voice came from the encrypted radio communication channel. .
Command center?
Could it be that something happened again?
Hearing the sudden call, Zhou Hai frowned slightly, feeling confused.
"The Overlord has been received. The remaining fuel on board is 89%. It carries 300 rounds of 23mm standard ammunition and two PL-8B combat missiles. Please give your instructions."
"Zero has been received. The remaining fuel on board is 95%. It carries 300 rounds of 23mm standard ammunition and two PL-8B combat missiles. Please give instructions."
Immediately afterwards, after Su Peng reported his fuel data and weapon carrying status first, Zhou Hai followed closely and quickly gave his own situation.
"The two planes of yours are performing an air escort mission. They will immediately go to the target airspace, meet up with our military Y-20 transport aircraft, and escort the entire journey to the Jiucheng trial training base. Route data and mission details have been transmitted."
After the female operator in the command center obtained the reports of her body condition from the two people, she issued the relevant tasks, tapped the keyboard with both hands, and transmitted a series of instructions: "Task level two top secret."
"Overlord has received it and is turning to the target airspace." Su Peng felt solemn in his heart when he heard this, with a solemn look on his face, and said seriously without any hesitation.
Zhou Hai checked the latest transmitted relevant data and reported: "Zero has been received and is turning." He pulled the lever and stepped on the rudder, following the lead aircraft No. 008 J-10d to change course.
This sudden temporary full-range escort mission has a dignified atmosphere and is anything but ordinary.
What is the Liquor City trial training base?
It is located in the first experimental training base of the Air Force system and the largest air force base in Asia. It is known as China's '51' Area. It is located in the hinterland of the Badain Jaran Desert to the southwest of the Jiucheng Satellite Launch Center. It complements and complements the entire satellite launch center. connect.
In addition, the Jiucheng trial training base is a testing center for cutting-edge weapon systems and tactical tactics. The internal confidentiality level is as high as Class 1 top secret, which is two levels higher than the Pengcheng base.
"Zero, route northwest, climbing to an altitude of 12,000 meters, the escort target is climbing, and they are expected to rendezvous in 5 minutes."
Su Peng pulled the lever toward the hazy sky shrouded in clouds, checking the route flight data and mission details. There was a trace of curiosity in his words, and he said slowly: "I wonder what new toys the military industry system has come up with this time."
"Zero received, we are climbing. You will know when you should know, although I am also curious." Zhou Hai pushed the throttle valve to increase the thrust. Hearing Su Peng's words, he responded.
Mission level two top secret!
The Y-20 strategic transport aircraft flying to the Jiucheng trial training base was escorted by two J-10D 'Fire Dragons' equipped with live ammunition. Its importance is self-evident.
