When he heard that the Soviet aircraft fleet was over the JG52 Wing, the commander of the JG51 Wing, Major Friedrich Beck, would have been furious if he had not been sitting in the fighter jet.
Even though he couldn't jump violently, he kept cursing, calling the Imperial Air Force's scouts a bunch of losers.
In such a clear sky, it is impossible to accurately judge the movements of enemy aircraft. These losers should be sent to the forefront infantry positions.
He had just received reliable news that a big shot was most likely sitting on the Soviet bomber.
It is not yet known who the big shot is, but being able to shoot down or capture this big shot would be a great achievement.
Now, he can only watch helplessly as this piece of fat falls into the bowl of the JG52 United. Steinhoff has been playing well recently, and judging from the momentum, it looks like he will surpass the JG51 United.
This made Friedrich Beck feel uncomfortable the most.
During his time on the Western Front, his record had always suppressed Steinhoff's. Unexpectedly, less than three months after entering the Eastern Front, his opponent's record soared and was about to catch up with him.
You know, not long ago, Steinhoff's JG52 Wing was called the "most unique" unit by the Imperial Air Marshal.
"Sir!" A squadron commander who was ignorant of current affairs asked Major Friedrich Beck, "Should we move closer to the JG52 Wing to defend the border line between the two sides that was breached by the Soviet aircraft fleet early this morning?"
The squadron leader was about to be changed. Friedrich Beck looked at his squadron leader and said calmly: "If the JG52 wing can't even get 9 Spitfires, then all of them should take up the task of herding sheep." The whip instead of the joystick.”
The dedicated squadron leader thought he was giving advice to his commander and continued: "But sir, if the Soviets still break out from the route this morning..."
Major Friedrich Beck interrupted the squadron leader in a deep voice: "The Soviets don't have three heads and six arms, so it is impossible to break through the encirclement of JG52 Wing.
If my judgment is correct, the Soviets will definitely send fighter jets from the direction of Moscow to attack and contain us, so our responsibility now is to repel the Soviet attack.
Of course, you can lead your squadron to reinforce the JG52 Wing. "
Hearing the displeasure in the commander's tone, the squadron leader seemed to have thought of something, and suddenly felt panic in his heart...
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The two sides are getting closer!
Steinhoff, who was leading a squadron to meet the Soviet aircraft group, did not need a telescope to see that the Red Star No. 9 bomber suddenly broke away from the straight-moving group of aircraft and changed its course, followed by three fighter jets to protect it.
There is also a big surprise.
The Soviets did not have 9 fighter escorts, but 14.
This further illustrates the importance of Red Star 1, which was escorted by 11 fighter planes.
Moreover, "1" has a particularly prominent status among Soviet officers.
For example, in Moscow, number 1 can only represent Stalin, and others can only use the title of number 2 or 3.
After the above speculation, Steinhoff made what he thought was the correct judgment three seconds later: "Everyone, pay attention, this Red Star No. 9 bomber wants to attract our attention and cover the Red Star No. 1.
Second Lieutenant Hermann Graf, you lead 5 fighter jets to shoot down the escort fighter jets. The bombers try to capture them alive, but the premise is to ensure your own safety first. "
Since shooting down an I-153, Hermann Graf's record, which he found his shooting skills, has soared rapidly. He was appreciated by Steinhoff and is now the deputy squadron leader.
"Understood!" Hermann Graf replied to Steinhoff. He pressed the lever and the fighter plane's trajectory changed. "Team 4 and Buckhorn are following me."
Immediately, Team 4 and Gerhard Buckhorn followed Hermann Graf towards the route of Red Star 9.
Buckhorn made a cross with his left hand as he pressed the bar to catch up: "This is my 120th fight, may God bless me!"
Seeing Hermann Graf leading the 4th team to intercept the Zvezda 9, Steinhoff continued: "The remaining fighters keep their formation unchanged and attack the Zvezda 1 bomber with all their strength.
Dear gentlemen, according to reliable information, there may be a Soviet big shot sitting in this Red Star No. 1 bomber. For catching this big fish, the headquarters will reward us all!
The order given to us by the headquarters is that it is best to capture the bomber. If that fails, shoot it down. So we first kill the Soviet fighter jets and then force the bomber to land. "
Now, the Soviet fleet is on the territory of the JF52 wing, and Steinhoff is full of confidence, so he is more inclined to capture the big shots on the Red Star 1 alive.
"clear!"
The three squadron leaders answered almost simultaneously.
I heard that there was a big shot in Red Star 1. I was envious and jealous of the JG51 team members just now. They were in a good mood. As expected, they were so lucky that no mountain could stop them.
If we could capture a Soviet general or marshal, it would be a great achievement.
Steinhoff's eyes were sharp, and his face was suddenly full of murderous intent: "Also, if there is Spitfire No. 214 in the opponent's formation, let me deal with it. I would like to see if this person has three heads and six arms. "
The two sides were getting closer and closer. Since they were flying head-on, the collision speed was astonishing. The Soviet pilots could already see the increasingly larger orange nose of the Messerschmitt in the sight of Baal Straw's GM2, and the The murderous muzzle.
The Red Star 1 bomber was flying at an altitude of 4,200 meters at this time. There were three Spitfires on each side of it and five Spitfires on the top, protecting the bombers in a semicircular high-altitude formation.
Zhou Zhihan watched the six Messerschmitts pounce on Red Star 9 and the others, and felt a little at ease. This showed that the Germans were fooled and focused on Red Star 1.
Naitenko, Yumashev, and Pisanko fought tooth and nail to protect each other, and the bomber's rear gunner was the only sharpshooter in a thousand. Their joint defense should be able to hold on for a while.
"Only by attacking with all our strength can we attract more enemies and allow Marshal Zhukov to retreat safely. Heroes of the Soviet Union, show your momentum and courage, stabilize the fighter planes, and kill one with the muzzle. Never give way, move forward Charge, the two armies face each other, the brave one wins!"
Zhou Zhihan knew that when the enemy was outnumbered, the morale of the pilots must be improved and the enemy's advantage must be suppressed with bravery and fearlessness.
At this time, they knew clearly that boosting morale would lead them to die, but there was no other way.
These Soviet pilots are considered the best in the Soviet army, but they are still a little immature compared to the experienced and skilled German aircraft veterans. When they are at a disadvantage in both technology and experience, they can only make up for it with courage.
The Soviet pilots all knew this. Encouraged by Zhou Zhihan, they all moved forward firmly with ferocious faces and the intention of fighting to the death.
"Everyone, raise the fighter planes, speed up, increase energy, try to kill a few enemy planes in the first wave, and suppress the German momentum first!"
"clear!"
"Ula!"
"Ula!"
"Never give way!"
"Go forward bravely and never give in..."
Under Zhou Zhihan's sensationalism and encouragement, all the Soviet pilots screamed and their blood surged up, with no fear in their hearts. They pushed the throttle hard, pulled the joystick, turned on the accelerator, and the Spitfire accelerated forward with all its strength while raising the altitude. Fly towards the German plane which is several times larger than your own.
At this time, the speed of the fighter must be increased to increase the energy of the fighter, otherwise the escorting Spitfire may be disrupted by the first wave of Messerschmitt's impact.
The opponent had too many Messerschmitts, 31 against 11 Spitfires.
Spitfire must show the courage to kill the enemy and then survive, so that he can avoid suffering a big loss in the first wave of flying.
