"P-40C Tomahawk, Il-2, Spitfire, Hurricane, FW-190, Zero, Mosquito... I have them all, but this Stuka is the only one that can't fly in the sky."
Of course, there's also the manned Faisal Fi103R (V1 missile). Paul isn't showing off his wealth, but rather expressing regret that even with money, he can't solve some problems.
"Perhaps the production volume was too low, and since it was equipment from a defeated nation, almost all we could find were wreckage. My time is almost up, and Steven, who's in charge of this project, is even older than me."
"Without the original blueprints and intact parts, almost everything has to be reverse-engineered and replicated. The remaining restoration work will take at least 10 years. I fear this will be his unfinished masterpiece."
Paul talked about his old friend Steven, who was sick and hospitalized.
He himself has a terminal illness, but his older friend, who is also quite old, may be nearing the end of his life.
“Since you possess a complete front section of a Ju-87G, I am willing to transfer this semi-finished aircraft to you. Price is not even an issue; there is only one condition: that it take to the skies within one year.”
After rambling on for so long, Paul finally revealed his terms for the transfer.
This condition… how should I put it, it might be a bit harsh for others, but for Xia Yu:
Of course, Xia Yu had to take the lion's share of the inheritance with him, which was also a kind of obsession for this old-fashioned Chinese man.
A P-63 King Cobra took off first, followed closely by a Zero.
Then there's the Pacific Combined Fleet, which was almost completely wiped out. Those ships that were sunk in port and converted into aircraft carriers that could only launch fighter jets and couldn't be recovered were quite interesting.
The MiG-29UB from Wukelan is in very good condition, better than the ones he acquired from Kazakhstan. Its only flaw is that it has been stripped of its weapons.
Xia Yu's idea is that after a few years, when he is no longer on the front lines, he will build a superyacht like Paul did, carrying various submarines and deep-sea submersibles to explore the sea and search for shipwreck treasures.
"My parents met and fell in love at the University of Washington library, where I spent my childhood. But I didn't meet the girl who made my heart flutter until Gates and I founded Microsoft."
If you get it today, you can take off as early as tomorrow; a year is an insult to the system.
He asked for $1, which was purely symbolic.
Disassemble what can be disassembled, fire what can be fired, and there's not much left.
"The day after tomorrow is the FHC Museum's flight performance day. If Mr. Huangyou is interested, you can go see it before returning to Afica."
As a Chinese, Xia Yu was more interested in the officer's knife that the brigade commander wanted, since it might actually be an antique blade with a history of several hundred years.
This is difficult for those who pursue practical combat, but by focusing on flight, such extreme "lightweighting" can fully unleash the maneuverability of a fighter jet.
"Six months, I only need six months. My aircraft carrier museum will be completed and officially open to the public on New Year's Day next year. You will see it landing on the flight deck of the São Paulo."
Xia Yu's child was born into a very good family; the mother was a good student, the father was a good businessman, and the family was quite wealthy.
"Everyone should have the right to choose, and to Mr. Huang You who has chosen to get married and have children, I sincerely wish that your child will be lively and healthy from birth."
Six months is neither a long nor a short time. Paul requested a year because his body could only hold on for a year at most. Any longer and even the old man's medical treatments would not be able to control the spread of cancer cells.
Time quickly came to the performance day. Xia Yu changed into his anti-G suit and went with pilot James to Paul's MiG-29UB.
Besides buying Stukas, he also took this opportunity to do some research.
The next morning, Xia Yu signed a sales contract for only $1.
Xia Yu readily agreed.
He pocketed the gold and silver he found, and prepared submarines, warships, and other equipment. Since the bunkers couldn't hold them all, he built another South China Sea Ruins or a mysterious tomb in the raging sea (he might write a side story after the story is finished, but he doesn't know if anyone will read it).
The entire US Navy had five airworthy Zero fighters, similar to the Type 92 heavy machine guns, and they quite liked these spoils of war captured from the Japanese.
“It would be an honor. I’d love to experience a North American air show.”
Having been diagnosed with cancer three times, the genetic defect is indeed quite significant. Coupled with not having found a suitable partner yet, being single isn't so bad after all.
Even if you don't inherit any of your parents' good qualities, as long as you don't start a business, you'll be financially secure for life.
Humans are constantly repeating the cycle of trading health for money and money for health. Except for those who are born into good circumstances, most people cannot escape this cycle.
"Thank you for your blessing, Mr. Paul."
Paul raised his glass to Xia Yu.
“When I was diagnosed with cancer for the first time at your age, I became even more convinced that such genes should not be passed down.”
Xia Yu made his promise: the world's only airworthy Stuka, combined with this gimmick, will bring even greater popularity to the museum.
Paul extended an invitation to Xia Yu.
He responded in response to the unborn child.
"Buzz"
Paul explained why he remains unmarried and childless despite being so wealthy.
Life is a journey that should be completed without regrets.
Paul has spent several million dollars on this project, but as a wealthy man, the annual maintenance cost of one of his yachts is tens of millions. This unfinished Ju-87R4 can be considered a gift to Xia Yu to fulfill his dying wish.
After learning that Mr. Xia was a self-taught fighter pilot, Paul suggested that he get a flight and experience it firsthand, which of course he agreed to.
That evening, Xia Yu and the other party had dinner together and talked about many things, including marriage and procreation.
"It seems I can take one last voyage in six months, and I will be there in person on New Year's Day next year."
Paul also pledged to support the project, stating that his Octopus would travel through the Panama Canal into the Atlantic Ocean and eventually reach Pointe-Noire.
That's great; Xia Yu can take this opportunity to experience some stunts that he can't fly on the F-4K.
However, before that, he needs to solve the bunker's power supply problem first.
Wow!
Xia Yu, who was busy checking the condition of the aircraft, was attracted by the cheers.
Turning my head, I saw that there were quite a few people here today.
The Museum of Flight Heritage and Combat Armor doesn't usually see many visitors; it's only on days with air shows that it gets this crowded.
However, it was just an air show; there were no bombing demonstrations, simulated air combat, or piloting experiences.
Only by providing services that are close to real-world scenarios can a museum's performance reach new heights. But Paul himself enjoyed himself first, and then let the tourists enjoy themselves too. He never intended to make a profit in the first place.
"Hey buddy, take a break before you take off."
Pilot James raised an eyebrow and asked Xia Yu for his opinion.
He knew the other person was an ace pilot with a combat kill record, but he didn't know that the other person had never flown a MiG-29.
"May I"
Xia Yu asked, understanding the implication.
"Of course, I'll take over if there are any problems."
James took it as modesty and offered him a way out.
"I'll give it a try!"
Xia Yu put on a helmet and climbed into the front cockpit. The instrument panel was still the classic clock shop style. You could say that the old machine is all about the original flavor!
Besides, the boss doesn't operate it, and upgrading the avionics would require modifications for the pilots, so it's probably fine as it is.
"boom"
After taxiing to the runway starting point and receiving takeoff clearance from the control tower, Xia Yu accelerated with fuel.
Before the eyes of all the spectators, including Paul, the MiG-29UB engaged afterburner and sped towards the sky.
Wow!
James usually takes off without using afterburner, but today's simple and decisive takeoff was like that of a completely different person.
They really changed people. Boss Xia doesn't know anything about saving engine life. Every takeoff is either a real or near-real combat exercise. Dawdling is not our style.
Nesterov effortlessly executed somersaults (circular flight) and leaping half-rolls and inverted turns, winning cheers from the crowd below.
James, sitting in the back seat of the plane, couldn't help but think to himself, "Is this the power of an ace?"
He can do those moves too, but his transitions aren't nearly as good.
But this was just the beginning. Xia Yu, having lowered his altitude, entered level flight. Just when the veteran viewers thought that "James" was done for as usual and was about to land after the last ten minutes or so,
"Whoosh!"
Xia Yu quickly pulled back on the stick, and the nose of the MiG-29UB instantly rose high like a cobra, causing the aircraft's speed to decrease rapidly.
It's a Cobra maneuver. This two-seat Fulcrum has never performed a Cobra maneuver since it arrived at Paine Airfield. How did the pilot suddenly become so determined?
The audience, while puzzled, also cheered, for the wonderful performance deserved it.
Unfortunately, Xia Yu in the sky couldn't hear it. In the fighter jet with its tail in front and its nose behind, still maintaining a level flight attitude, he kept his back leaning back against the ground and stared at the airspeed indicator as it dropped to 110 km/h.
"boom"
Push the stick forward and accelerate to escape the post-stall state. After adjusting its attitude, the MiG-29UB continued to fly forward.
Maneuvers like the Cobra, which are more for show than for actual combat, are generally not a problem for third-generation fighters. While they are less common on second-generation fighters, the Saab-35 can also perform them.
The F-4 Phantom could easily go from post-stall to true stall, something Xia Yu had never tried.
As the fuel gauge needle entered the warning line, he remarked on his short legs before contacting the control tower to join the landing queue.
Without high-speed rail, people in the US rely entirely on driving and commercial flights to get around, so its airports are really busy.
With a bunch of old planes still hovering in the air, queuing up to land was inevitable.
However, even if everything is done according to the rules, these kinds of air shows are prone to accidents, since there are a lot of old men flying vintage planes.
As people get older, their reactions become slower, so Alvin will have to switch to flying propeller planes in museums after a few more years, and then officially retire at the age of 65.
Xia Yu hoped that his old buddy could retire smoothly after serving his full term, rather than be shot down by the enemy one day.
As the combat environment becomes increasingly competitive, the threats they face will not be limited to portable air defense missiles; proper medium- and short-range air defense missiles will one day emerge.
The Red Falcon can still evade by relying on its own maneuverability, but the Spey Phantom, which is an interceptor, and the transport plane, which has no maneuverability at all, can't be fooled by heat decoys and chaff. They can only eject or parachute.
Xia Yu will provide professional training in this area.
For example, after a C-160 is hit, all personnel, including the pilot, will parachute in a drill.
Liv, who has just returned from maternity leave, also wants to participate. Even if they all fly on private jets in the future, it's always good to learn a safety-avoidance skydiving skill.
"A truly spectacular performance, Mr. Weasel. It was like two airplanes when you were in the hands of James and when James was piloting them."
As the sun set, Xia Yu changed back into her own clothes and approached Paul, who then said the following.
"My moves have taken a lot of toll on your machine. James probably just wants to conserve your machine's lifespan!"
Xia Yu spoke up in favor of the guy from earlier.
"Even if this saves tens or hundreds of thousands, this MiG-29UB only cost 6 million. If this illness hadn't come on so suddenly, I probably would have already bought an F-16!"
Paul said with some regret.
He also saw the second-hand Fighting Falcon listed for sale, but his worsening condition prevented him from making the purchase.
"I traded two for the Yokohama, but these things can't be modified like the MiG-29s for shipboard deployment. If Mr. Paul is coming to Koh on New Year's Day next year and is willing to stay an extra month, he can see them after the modifications and delivery."
They were willing to sell him a Stuka for $1, and in return, he was willing to fly two F-16s alongside them to escort them away from Afica.
"Really? That's amazing! My body can only cross the Atlantic once at most. I can only go back by plane. If I can be escorted by fighter jets, my life will be worthwhile."
Paul's voice was filled with longing at that moment.
Fighter jet escorts are a privilege reserved for presidential travel; even the wealthiest man in the US cannot bribe the Air Force.
As for the fighter jets you bought, the escort missions need to be armed. You've already de-weaponized them, so the escort missions are pointless.
"Of course it's true. If your heart can take it, I can even arrange for one to attack your target drone, and have an F-16 shoot it down."
Xia Yu continued.
Since the two F-16s did not have many hours of actual combat use, providing escort services within Afica was the most suitable option to maximize profits.
The entire process is safe. If you feel it's not exciting enough or that you've wasted your money, there's also a simulated attack service as an added bonus. We definitely need to make sure our high-roller clients are taken care of.
Offering Paul's full service as a gift is also for promotional purposes, to avoid any concerns consumers may have.
"My heart is fine, so come on boldly when the time comes, the closer the better."
Paul was certainly unwilling to give up such a service, but to be honest, this guy was a genius, having developed so many new uses for weapons and equipment.
Xia Yu can only be described as a peace lover at heart; using and consuming weapons and equipment in this way is better than using them for war.
Moreover, given the current unequal distribution of wealth, the super-rich have too much money. It's better to legally and legitimately take from them than to profit from ordinary people's grocery money.
Xia Yu still has some ambition and a sense of mission, provided that his abilities allow.
"Don't worry, I will personally pilot the plane and shoot down the incoming target safely. If the view through the window is not clear, we also have special equipment to broadcast the fighter jet's first-person perspective."
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