Rebirth of the Flying Era

Chapter 1365 Gifts and Innate Endowments

 Du Fei arrived at the airport just in time to catch up with a fleet of three Y-8 aircraft that had just landed at the airport.

 What is contained here is the ‘gift’ prepared for Ka Dazuo this time.

●The staff around Du Fei had already coordinated with the airport in advance.

Dufei is a distinguished guest of Colonel Card, and the officials in Libia also attach great importance to him.

When Du Fei came over, the cargo warehouse doors of the three Y-8s had been opened, and the heavy-duty forklifts and cranes at the airport were unloading the cargo.

In one of the transport planes, a large frame was welded to a steel frame, and the contents inside were wrapped with cushions such as quilts.

There are wheels under the steel frame, which are fixed in the cabin. The straps and fixed chains have just been removed, and they are slowly dragged down by a tractor and transported directly to a warehouse not far away.

 This is a warehouse for aircraft maintenance at the airport. It is very spacious and has complete tools.

 Subsequently, the contents of the second and third planes were all transported to the warehouse.

 At the same time, more than a dozen engineers and workers came with the three Y-8s.

These people arrived at the warehouse and started working immediately. Using wrenches and pliers, they first removed the metal frame and then opened the cushioning quilt inside.

 Under the light in the warehouse, a golden light suddenly reflected!

 In the first package, there was a golden tank turret!

But this thing is not made of pure gold. Du Fei doesn't have that much gold. He just spreads a layer of gold foil on the outside. The cost is not high, but it is quite scary.

 Following that, the frame packages were opened one by one, and it turned out to be a firefighting No. 1 modified tank that had been dismantled into parts!

The entire tank weighed nearly fifty tons, and it would definitely not be transported using the Y-8. Du Fei had to dismantle the parts, transport them with three planes, and then assemble them again.

 Fortunately, in order to carry out quick maintenance on the battlefield, Sailian's T-62 itself has the advantage of being simple in structure and easy to disassemble.

It was quickly assembled in the aircraft maintenance warehouse. It was assembled in just over three hours and turned into a dazzling golden tank.

Although it was not the first time for Du Fei to see this "golden" tank, it still felt dazzling under the light.

 Ask someone to light the fire and see if it can start.

This tank is not a decoration. Du Fei insisted on taking the K-8 on this trip and brought this tank as a gift. This was all for purpose.

 The aircraft is intended to open up markets in North Africa and even the Middle East, and so is this tank.

 It must not only be able to drive, but also must show powerful performance.

 A moment later, with the rumble of a diesel engine and black smoke spewing out from the tank's exhaust hole, Du Fei breathed a sigh of relief.

The tank was really going to be installed, but there was a technical failure and it couldn't be started. This would be a lot of fun.

 Fortunately, that situation did not occur. The tracks equipped with protective rubber drove a few meters on the concrete floor. Du Fei was thinking of driving outside to try, but at this time there was a mess outside.

Du Fei smiled and knew who was coming.

 He mentioned it yesterday, but he didn’t explain what it was. I think Colonel Ka was also very curious.

Sure enough, a moment later, Ka Dazuo came in from outside the warehouse with several followers. He was about to open his mouth to speak, but at the next moment, he suddenly froze and forgot to shut up. He stared blankly at the golden tank more than ten meters away from him.

It took a few seconds for him to come back to his senses and look at Du Fei: "Du, this..."

Du Fei went over and put a hand on his shoulder with a smile: "Don't be like this, it's just a gold medal. I don't have that much gold."

 Ka Dazuo came back to his senses and knew that Du Fei could not give him a real golden tank, but even so it was too amazing.

The two of them speeded up and came to the tank. Ka Dazuo reached out and touched the gold-plated tank. Although he knew it was gold-plated, looking at the big shiny golden guy in front of him still made people feel excited.

And Ka Dazo also noticed that this tank was different. He stared at the angular turret and said in surprise: "This... this is not a T-62!"

 Du Fei smiled and said: "Of course not, this is the brand new Firefighting No. 1 tank developed by my factory, the first in the world. I give it to you, my brother!"

 Ka Dazuo looked at Du Fei in disbelief, and then looked at the "golden" tank in front of him.

With his intelligence, he had already guessed Du Fei's intention. Of course, it was impossible to give him a brand new tank for no reason. It was obvious that he was here to promote new products.

 But Cardano was not at all disgusted with this behavior, because he was attracted by the new welded turret at first sight.

This style is completely different from the hemispherical cast turret of the SMU. The lines are sharp and aggressive, giving people a special sense of beauty at first glance.

There has never been such a tank turret in this era. Not to mention the Speed ​​​​Linker, the traditional tank power, the independent country is still using the Leopard 1 tank designed in the 1950s, and the America is the M-60 type, both of which are curved. turret.

This time Du Fei directly replaced it with a welded turret with straight edges and right angles. It would be a surprise to anyone else, not to mention Cardasso.

After Colonel Kaspersky calmed down, Du Fei began to introduce the performance of this tank. There is not much to say about other power and attack power. In fact, this tank is essentially a T-62. The only thing worthy of special mention is Main armor defense.

Du Fei said: "Omar, look here." Pointing to the armor on both sides of the turret's main gun: "Two pieces of main armor with a thickness of 250mm and an inclination of 60 degrees are welded here. Its defensive capabilities are equivalent to 550mm homogeneous steel plates. It can withstand frontal attacks from all mainstream tank guns in the world at a distance of two thousand meters."

 Ka Dazuo's eyes lit up, and he immediately climbed onto the tank without any nonsense and took a closer look.

Sure enough, I saw the traces on the edge of the main armor. I stretched out my hand to measure it. It was indeed more than 20 centimeters.

Du Fei added: "We have also developed a composite armor that can be externally installed. After equipped with this armor, the defense can be improved by another level."

 The corner of Ka Dazuo's mouth twitched, thinking that this is not enough? It also has external armor!

 I silently calculated in my mind how many of these tanks I should buy.

Du Fei came all the way to deliver one, and even gave it a special gilt to show his respect.

To reciprocate the favor, he would definitely give Du Fei face. There was no need to think about the question of whether to buy it or not. No matter how much it cost, he would definitely buy it. The only problem was to buy more or less.

Thinking of this, Cardano opened the hatch on the top of the tank and looked inside. He suddenly felt a cool breeze with the smell of engine oil blowing out of it.

Du Fei looked down below and smiled slightly. This is what he wanted. Some things need not be said, they have to be felt by themselves.

The blow I received just now is more effective than a hundred of Dufei's boasts.

 Ka Dazuo immediately turned around and said, "Is the tank equipped with air conditioning?"

Du Fei chuckled and said: "Of course, where are you, the Sahara Desert? If there was no air conditioning, it would be a big stuffy tank, and the soldiers would be steamed before they could fight."

Kadazhuo was silent. In fact, he also faced the same predicament as Nachi and Syria. Previously, Sulian had built some tanks, but his situation was different from Nachi. Moscow didn’t think much of him at first. The tanks gave him There are not many of them, but even so, I have learned what it means to be simple and crude in the Soviet style.

Just the cool breeze just now made Ka Dazuo's favorability towards this tank instantly increase.

However, Ka Dazuo also understood that since Du Fei had pulled such a big stunt, the price of this tank would definitely not be cheap.

 But that’s not a problem. Is Colonel Taka a person who cares about money?

He immediately didn’t go into the tank, turned around, got off the tank, and said to Du Fei: “Brother, how much does this tank cost? I’ll buy it!”

Du Fei blinked his eyes, there were still many things to say before he had time to say, why did you buy it? This is wrong! Why don't you follow the routine~

Du Fei said: "What are you buying? Didn't I say it was for you~"

Ka Dazuo said: "Brother, you are wrong. You don't understand what I want to buy? For this kind of tank, no matter how much it costs, you just ask for the price, two hundred... no, three hundred!"

Du Fei was robbed, and said helplessly: "No, you are too anxious, and I didn't say I wouldn't give it to you."

 Ka Dazuo smiled and thought he had guessed what Du Fei meant.

Unexpectedly, Du Fei changed the subject and gave him a "but".

 Kadazoru was stunned for a moment, what does this mean? Ordinarily, he has already expressed his stance. No matter how much money he wants, why is there still a turning point?

 This is not right!

Du Fei calmly took him two steps to the side: "Omar, this is my new tank. Our families are still rushing to get it. Logically speaking, it cannot be exported in a short time..."

Ka Dazuo was not in a hurry. He had dealt with Du Fei a lot and knew that it didn't matter 'in principle' or 'in theory'.

As expected, Du Fei continued: "But the relationship between us is here. If you really want it, I will definitely help you find a way, but I have a better way here. I don't know if you are interested."

 Ka Dazuo raised his eyebrows. He was a little confused about what kind of medicine Du Fei was selling in his gourd, so he asked him to continue.

Du Fei said: "Omar, you said that if we 'jointly develop' a tank, I will provide the first batch, and then you will build your own factory and produce it independently."

 Ka Dazuo's heart moved. Du Fei said that this method was not new. In fact, it had the same meaning as the aircraft manufacturing factory.

But this time it scratched Cardano's itch. What did he need most now? It's about his performance and reputation, so that the public can see what his situation is like after he comes to power, how he compares to the past, and how he compares to others.

 The aircraft manufacturer is certainly at the king's level, but it needs more achievements besides that.

The temptation to be able to build a factory and manufacture tanks independently is great, of course it is very great!

Even though Cardano understands in his heart that this tank production plant is an assembly plant just like the aircraft manufacturing plant. All kinds of parts, technology and management have to rely on Huaguo, but no one can deny that this factory produces The tank is the 'Merde Enribia'.

From airplanes to tanks, it seems that Libya has transformed from an agricultural country with only oil resources to a powerful industrial country overnight.

 What does this mean? It was under the leadership of Colonel Thakar that this country was able to achieve such great achievements.

Thinking of this, Ka Dazuo's eyes became brighter and he patted Du Fei on the shoulder: "Du Fei, just do what you think. You will always be my best friend, closest comrade-in-arms and brother!"

Du Fei struck while the iron was hot: "Of course, we are brothers! However, the cost of this new type of tank is higher than that of the original Fire No. 1. I can give you 600,000 US dollars for each of the first 100 tanks. Afterwards, the After our factory is built, the price of the tanks you produce yourself will be higher due to operating and procurement costs. You must be mentally prepared, and don’t say I cheated you.”

Kadazuo blinked, but he didn't expect this.

 Logically, it should be cheaper to produce it yourself than to buy it from outside.

 Du Fei said helplessly: "There is nothing we can do about it. When we introduced the T-55 production line from SMU, our cost was higher than their export price."

 Ka Dazuo nodded, he knew that Du Fei did not need to tell such a lie.

 The core of independent production is not cost, but improving one's own industrial capabilities, so that in the future there will be an opportunity to actually produce one's own tanks.

As for Du Fei, why did he propose to build a factory in Ribia again? In fact, he didn’t think much about it. To put it bluntly, he just wanted to make money, and make money twice.

 Similar to the aircraft manufacturing factory, you earn once for building the factory and once for the parts. Producing tanks also means the same thing. Ribia has no supporting industrial foundation at all. If you want to produce a tank, you have to buy even a screw from Du Fei. After all, selling parts is actually no less than selling complete vehicles. .

 Then we need to further cultivate the pro-flower faction here. The more similar interests intersect, the larger the interest group formed and the greater its energy will be in the future.

And Ka Dazuo can completely become a springboard.

 Ka Dazuo’s ambition is destined to prevent him from remaining contented. As his strength expands, he will definitely expand.

 The difference is only in the direction of expansion.

 Duffy can take advantage of this opportunity to promote more "high quality and low price" products.

 After seeing gold-plated tanks and deciding to build a tank factory in Ribia, Du Fei and Cardano left the airport together.

 For the two of them, the tank covered with gold foil was a reason. Now that the matter is over, the tank is not that important anymore.

In Cardano's luxury Mercedes-Benz, Du Fei saw the scenery and development of Tripoli along the street and couldn't help but admire it.

 This is a quite beautiful city. The intersection of the desert and the Mediterranean Sea gives it a unique scenery.

　　It was Ka Dazuo who started to talk about the current situation in the Middle East after a few casual conversations.

Du Fei retracted his gaze outside and glanced at Ka Dazuo: "Are you talking about Bastain and Youtai?"

 Ka Dazuo took the lead and said, "What do you think?"

Du Fei smiled, but he didn't hide it. It wasn't a big secret at the moment.

Anyone with a discerning eye knows that a war may break out here at any time, it just depends on when and who takes action first.

As for why Ka Dazuo asked Du Fei, it was because from the first time he met Du Fei in Xiangjiang, Du Fei showed outstanding vision in every step he took to today, otherwise Du Fei would not be able to sit in front of him today. .

 Ka Dazuo is a little confused now, and he has no clear direction and positioning for the future.

 Around him, most of the sounds that can be heard are flattering voices.

Du Fei said: "I don't need to say this, everyone can see that there is going to be a battle here."

 Ka Dazuo frowned: "Can't it be avoided?"

Du Fei said resolutely: "It can't be avoided! And... once the fight starts, your side will lose 90% of the time."

 Ka Dazuo frowned and disagreed: "This time is different from last time. We have united a stronger force. Youtai will definitely not be able to stop it!"

Du Fei smiled: "You are right, Youtai may not be able to stop them, but America will not allow them to fail."

 Ka Dazuo’s expression changed slightly.

Du Fei continued: "I don't need to tell you how powerful America is. They don't even need to intervene directly. As long as they show a clear attitude, some people will take advantage of the situation. And what you call unity, in my opinion, is not unity enough. If The Arab Empire is still there, or the Ottoman Turks are still at their peak, and they may be able to compete with America. But now, believe my brother, there is no suspense in this war."

Ka Dazuo pursed his lips, obviously still disapproving of Du Fei, but he did not continue the debate, and instead asked Du Fei what he thought of Ribia.

Du Fei thought for a while and said: "Omar, since you asked, as a good friend, I can honestly say that you are an ambitious leader, but your family is not enough to carry your ideals and ambitions."

 Ka Dazuo's brows furrowed even deeper, feeling unhappy.

If his subordinates had noticed his eyes and expression at this time, they would have shut up immediately.

But Du Fei didn't care. Ka Dazo was not so intimidating in front of him, and continued: "Omar, you don't have to look at me like this. I can guess what you are thinking, but your population in Ribia is too small. Less than one-tenth of the size of Babylon, less than one-third of Babylon, and one-half of Syria, am I right?”

 Ka Dazuo was speechless, these are all facts.

Ribia’s area is not small, but most of its land is desert. Its current population is less than three million, which is not even as large as the city of Huaguo.

Du Fei added: "And you are located on the edge of the Alabai world, so whether it is in terms of population or geographical location, you are destined not to be the protagonist on that card table."

Ka Dazuo was silent. He was not yet the madman who couldn't listen to any opinions.

He is very young, has a very active mind, and has received modern higher education. He is only a few years older than Du Fei. He is in his early thirties and is far from being immersed in the fantasy world he created.

His idol is Nasser, and he hopes to be such a hero, leading the Arab world to fight against the powerful and seek rejuvenation.

But Du Fei's words poured cold water on him.

Although he didn't want to admit it, Du Fei was right. The population of Ribia was too small.

People are the foundation of everything. Without people, many things would not be possible.

 Ka Dazuo had enough time to calm down and said: "Du, what suggestions do you have? Encourage childbirth? Or some other method?"

Du Fei shook his head: "It's useless, Omar. The reason why there is a population explosion is because they have the Nile River and build water conservancy projects to increase food production. What do you have? If you are given 10 million people now, what will you take? feed?"

Ka Dazuo Moran, this is an innate talent of a Guo family and there is no way to change it.

The richest place in Ribia is the line next to the Mediterranean Sea, where countless large cities are located.

Even now, with less than three million people, food still needs to be imported every year.

Ka Dazuo was silent for a while and said: "Is this the only way? Is there no other way?"

Du Fei said: "That's not necessarily the case."

 Kadazao suddenly became energetic.

Du Fei continued: "It's very simple. When we enter the casino and we can't win at poker, we will play other games, such as Russian roulette, slot machines, and competitions. There is always something suitable."

 Ka Dazuo reacted very quickly: "You mean to change the track?"

Du Fei nodded: "I don't have the advantage of going east, so look in other directions. There will always be suitable opportunities."

 Ka Dazuo said in a deep voice: "You mean...to the south?"

This is not difficult to guess, as Ribia’s location determines it. To the north is the Mediterranean, to the north is Europe, and to the west is Algeria.

There, including the entire Xifei, is the territory of the Faguo people.

 At present, Ka Dazuo has not become angry enough to be angry with Wuchang.

After much thought, it seems that if we change the direction, we can only look towards Africa in the south.

 In fact, this is also Ka Dazuo’s future choice.

After his attempt to become the leader of the Arab world failed, he chose to go south and tried to become the leader of Africa.

But at that time, Ka Dazuo was old and his mind was no longer very clear.

 In the end, apart from the ridiculous title of "King of Kings", there was no real progress.

 On the contrary, Tanzanianism has become a joke.

 Ka Dazuo fell into deep thought and said no more.

  As for Du Fei, he didn’t say anything more.

 In fact, the reason why he said this was not to show off in front of Ka Dazuo, but had a deeper purpose.

 Ka Dazuo is definitely a talent who can stir up troubles.

 …

 The next day, Du Fei did not meet with Cardano again, but went to the aircraft manufacturing factory.

This is located in the eastern suburbs of Tripoli. It can be seen that a lot of money was spent. It covers a very large area and the factory building specifications are quite high.

The style completely imitates the workshop of Jingfei Factory, and the color tone inside and outside is all white.

Beside the factory building, a high-standard aircraft take-off and landing runway was also built, with a separate control tower.

Du Fei took a battery car to the assembly workshop in the factory area.

 The inside of the workshop is exactly the same as that of the Beijing Aircraft Factory. Because it has sufficient funds and was originally designed to produce large aircraft such as the H-8, the assembly workshops here are very large, just like the No. 1 and No. 2 workshops of the Beijing Aircraft Factory.

However, the equipment inside is not yet fully in place, and it is not yet capable of production.

Du Fei circled around and called several flower and fruit personnel in charge here to inquire about some situations.

 We did not return to the palace where we stayed until evening.

　　Unexpectedly, I met an unexpected acquaintance here.

"Du, it's not easy to meet you. I've been waiting here for you all afternoon." Natasha spoke English with a strong accent, and it was easy to tell it was her.

Du Fei was surprised, smiled and said "Sorry".

Looking at Natasha, who was wearing a white skirt with blue flowers, he really didn't expect to see her here.

Natasha stepped on her high heels, making a "click-click" sound on the marble floor, and her skirt swayed with it, which was quite swaying.

At this time, the setting sun shone from behind, reflecting her delicate face and the thin golden hair on her arms.

 (End of this chapter)