Compared with the booming light weapons manufacturing industry, which has been growing and growing potential, Xiao Yimin was very dissatisfied with the construction progress of the Army Aviation, which had been preparing for more than three years before seeing initial results.

The world war that lasted more than four years fully stimulated the rapid development of the aviation industry. A large number of new inventions, new technologies and new technologies were used in aircraft manufacturing. The level of fighter aircraft manufacturing in five countries including Britain, Germany, France, the United States, and Sweden has improved greatly compared with the early stages of the world war. Therefore, military aircraft developed from reconnaissance, delivery and other functions at the beginning of the war to later aerial combat, ground shooting and ground bombing.

On the eve of the end of the war, the French, who were full of anger, took the lead in the practice of transforming the aircraft's wooden fuselage into a metal fuselage. Now they have successfully tried to replace the fragile wing skins of the original fighter jets with stronger aluminum plates. The power of aircraft engines in European countries is also constantly increasing.

Next, there will definitely be more aviation manufacturing technologies, advanced processes and new concepts to be applied and promoted. Although with the end of the World War, European countries' energy has shifted to rebuilding their homes and restoring their national economies, aircraft have not yet fully demonstrated their huge strategic position and role in the World War and have not received the attention that countries around the world deserve. This is undoubtedly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity given to the suffering China by God.

Although Xiao Yimin has been no longer the same as before after ten years of training, he does not understand any knowledge of industrial manufacturing, nor does he understand the scientific basic knowledge of advanced materials science and power, but he is very clear in his heart. A few years later, with the gradual recovery of the European economy, especially the rapid development and comprehensive rise of the United States, which made a fortune in the world war, more and more advanced industrial technology and communication technology will gradually enter the aviation industry. The United States' industrial manufacturing technology and overall scientific and technological level will achieve tremendous development, in the face of fleeting huge opportunities. Xiao Yimin must make decisions quickly and seize the historical opportunities. Otherwise, not only will he become a historical sinner, but his descendants will still be controlled by others and rely on others. They will completely lose a valuable opportunity to revitalize the national industry and scientific and technological level.

Therefore, before leaving, Xiao Yimin, who went to the western suburbs of Chengdu again to inspect the West China Aircraft Manufacturing Company, had no smile on his face. While checking the newly built six large production workshops, he listened to the report of General Manager Shen Ruihua.

Seven years ago, Shen Ruihua, who was sent to Germany to study in Germany by Xiao Yimin, has a double degree in mechanical science and master's degree in materials science at Berlin Higher Institute of Technology. She is the nephew of Xiao Yimin's earliest think tank - Zou Wenhan. She is from Chongqing. She is only 26 years old this year. She has a very smart family background and is a famous talent in Chongqing.

At this moment, Shen Ruihua was with Xiao Yimin. He followed him step by step, and the cold sweat was flowing on his chest and back. He did not care about the Chief of General Staff Bao Jiqing and Zeng Chaoran and other generals following behind him, and always responded to the questions raised by Xiao Yimin respectfully.

It was not until he finished walking a long circle that he came to the newly built runway again. Shen Ruihua saw that Xiao Yimin's face turned from gloomy to sunny, and then he felt relieved, and his mind seemed to have returned to his usual keenness.

"Brother, after meeting my fourth brother in Shanghai at the end of last year, I have always had an idea in my mind. In addition, I accompanied my brother to a banquet for the American Industrial and Commercial Tribunal the night before. After listening to the current situation of American industry mentioned by Douglas and others, this idea in my mind was even more tormenting."

Until now, Chen Ruihua still insists on the usual name he used to call him Brother Xiao Yimin and calls Xiao Zhen, adopted by Xiao Yimin, the fourth brother.

Xiao Yimin took his eyes off the painted airport command tower: "If you have something to say, don't always pretend to be pitiful in front of me, so that you can see how much grievance you have suffered."

Everyone laughed, Chen Ruihua was not at all uncomfortable, and still maintained a respectful and smiling face:

"Brother, I have two ideas that linger in my heart and don't vomit. One: Since we can buy second-hand equipment from two small aircraft manufacturers and design sketches for two seaplanes from the United States, why not just buy better equipment and technology from the Germans?"

When Xiao Yimin saw Chen Ruihua looking at him expectantly, waved his hand and frowned: "Switch on."

Chen Ruihua showed a look of disappointment on his face, gritted his teeth and raised his tone:

"Second: More than a year ago, the fourth brother and Mr. Douglas acquired Santa Barbara Ocean Shipping Company on the West Coast of the United States, and expanded it five times in a year, and it also has its own dedicated docks and warehouse areas. So why not acquire the "Gross Aircraft Manufacturing" company, which is also located in Santa Barbara?

"The fourth brother and Douglas should clearly know that the aircraft manufacturing company accepted the commission from the French team three years ago and used the engine and design drawings provided by the French team to produce a total of 160 "Spark" biplane attack aircraft. It was not until the end of the war last year and the contract with the French ended. The Gross Company could not live the life, and it was caused to lay off employees and resell them.

"At the dinner the day before yesterday, I accidentally heard Mr. Duke of the US delegation talk about this matter, saying that this aircraft manufacturing company covering an area of ​​280 acres, with a full set of seaplane production technology and equipment, more than 300 skilled workers and more than 20 engineers, the transfer price to the outside world is only 150,000 US dollars!"

The surrounding generals suddenly became interested, and Xiao Yimin was also very surprised: "Since you even know, why did the fourth brother and Douglas never mention it to me?"

Chen Ruihua complained angrily: "They are both experts in trade, banking, and investment, but they have specialties in their professions? Where do they have time to understand the science and technology of industry? Where can they have the scheming to study the significance of military equipment to war?

"In my opinion, the current two steel plants in Ma'anshan and Hainan Shilu, as well as the coal mine company in Huaibei will have a headache. If it weren't for the guy, you transferred more than a dozen old seniors from Ya'an to take over, I'm afraid the fourth brother and Douglas would have quit!"

After hearing this, Xiao Yimin thought for a while and pondered for a while, and then let everyone sit down and discuss it on the lawn twenty meters away.

Bao Jiqing didn't have much opinion on this. After all, he shouldered the heavy responsibility of military leadership in the entire Chengdu headquarters and Sichuan-Kang provinces. He also served as the commander of the aviation force and was fully responsible for the West China Aircraft Manufacturing Company. He had no energy or interest in participating in technical affairs.

Xu Xiaogang has been promoted to the governor of Sichuan and has devoted more energy to government affairs. Generals such as Zhong Ying and Zhou Daogang, who have not yet returned to Xikang, looked concerned. Since Kangding Airport was opened, Xikang's officers and soldiers have finally gained knowledge and are very clear about the importance of combat aircraft to the Xikang army.

Years of German career have given Zeng Chaoran a complete transformation. He knows the specific application and development potential of aircraft in war than anyone here, and is more clear about the air-ground collaborative combat method that the German team initially tried in the late war. Therefore, Zeng Chaoran changed his usual steady style of planning and moving forward. He gave high praise to Chen Ruihua's foresight and courage.

"Brother, don't put a high hat on him. Look at how proud he is?"

Seeing Chen Ruihua's smug look, Xiao Yimin couldn't help laughing and scolding, which made everyone laugh. He started to joke with Chen Ruihua. Zhong Ying also said that when Chen Ruihua goes to Kangding next time, he will definitely help him get two of the whitest, tenderest and most beautiful local beauties back to be concubines.

No matter how thick-skinned Chen Ruihua was, he couldn't help but turn red: "Dear uncles and brothers, stop laughing at me. Are you doing business well? Your time is much more precious than I am!"

Everyone burst into laughter again, and even the dozens of guards standing in the distance were on guard couldn't help but grin, but they didn't dare to laugh out loud, their whole bodies were trembling, their faces were red and their ears were so uncomfortable.

After everyone calmed down, Xiao Yimin informed everyone of the rapid shrinking of the American war industry after the World War. He also matched the US envoys to China and took out the process of many equipment such as two machine rifle bullet production lines bought back at low prices by Remington and Colt.

Zeng Chaoran then introduced the catastrophe facing the German industry, and also told the secret of several major naval shipyards in northern Germany transferring advanced shipbuilding equipment and technology to the Netherlands, Belgium and other countries in advance, as well as the Chengdu Optical Instrument Factory jointly invested with West China Group through technology and equipment transfer, and finally said an incisive summary of "seizing the opportunity and strengthening yourself."

Seeing that everyone did not raise any objections, Xiao Yimin made a preliminary decision: "Xiaohua. When I go back, I send a telegram to Lao Si, asking him to come back from Nanyang as soon as possible. You bring a few skilled people and go to Shanghai to find Lao Si's brother-in-law Peter Lov. If you can't find him, you can go directly to the headquarters of Lanqi Bank. The visit of the US delegation in Changsha will soon end. It is estimated that it will return to Shanghai in seven days, and you will be waiting to see them there. However, you must arrange what you have at hand, and the equipment installation progress of the first and second workshops must be ensured, and the eight trainers at the Phoenix Mountain Training Base, and the two two-seater transport aircraft at the regular Feikangding are used normally."

"clear!"

Chen Ruihua was very excited. As long as he could buy the American Gross Aircraft Manufacturing Company, he could quickly improve the overall level of West China Aircraft Manufacturing Company and be one step closer to what Xiao Yimin said of "becoming the father of China's aviation industry and leaving his name in history."

Xiao Yimin then turned the topic to the short-term goal of military construction: "Everyone, for aviation construction, we have invested 4 million yuan in real money so far. The only result we have seen is an adventurous attempt to suppress bandits in southern Shandong. In addition, the aircraft production base and six airports distributed along the Yangtze River, all seaplanes, trainers and training reconnaissance aircraft have only 42 aircraft in total, and they are all backward aircraft that European and American countries are about to be eliminated. Now, I have been preparing for three years and working hard for two years. Every step I take is extremely difficult! It is comforting that the most difficult first step has been taken."

Everyone sighed, and Xu Xiaogang couldn't help but sigh: "What the Grand Marshal said is that in addition to the aviation army, the navy we secretly built in Hainan is also a bottomless pit. Is it probably twice the amount invested in Hainan this year?"

Xiao Yimin smiled bitterly and slapped her. Xu Xiaogang and everyone were shocked: "Five times?!"

Xiao Yimin nodded: "Not counting the investment of Shilu Steel Plant, the total amount of funds invested in the navy in the past year is five times that of the aviation force. However, one-third of the investment is used to counterfeit marine engines and the establishment of the Ship Research Institute. As we all know, more than 500 German ship experts and retired German naval officers have moved into the Linggao base with their families. Before the end of this year, thousands of German technical experts, designers and retired officers will arrive.

"At that time, Chengdu Aviation Corps Training Base, West China Aircraft Manufacturing Factory and Sichuan Army Officer School will welcome the talents they need. This is a shortcut for our development. This path must be taken. For this reason, I will offend European and American countries. I have formulated a local regulation to recognize dual nationality through the Nanjing Camp, and made concessions in the investment markets of Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Jiangxi provinces, so that I can barely block the mouths of European and American countries."

Everyone was deeply moved, and they could understand Xiao Yimin's good intentions and efforts. Only Bao Jiqing shook his head and smiled bitterly. He knew that he would try every means to raise a large amount of funds for Xiao Yimin... Thank you for Tian Dabang, Shan Qingying, Zi Tianyun, Qiliang of eels, flower-like rats, 70-year-olds of life, thank you for your subscription, recommendations and monthly tickets!

The emperor continues to ask for subscription and other support! Thank you! (To be continued) rq
Chapter completed!