"Nothing much, just discovered some business opportunities. Libya is a great place!"
Xia Yu said with emotion.
As the country with the largest oil and gas reserves in Afica, Gaddafi purchased an enormous amount of weaponry during his presidency.
Even though most of it is outdated, when he came here, it was like a weasel entering a chicken coop, or a garbage collector entering a junkyard.
On the other two sides of the tarmac, out of the couple's sight, there were 15 MiG-25 Foxbat fighter jets parked.
Like the Tu-22Bs, they were not worth the military and the Government of National Accord wasting missiles on, and were retired and became zombies during the colonel's tenure.
The neighboring Algierya still maintains the operation of the Foxbat Squadron, but judging from the situation, it doesn't have many years left. Xia Yu's idea is to take over all the MiG-25s of the two countries.
The Libya batch of drones in poor condition will be used as spare parts, while the batch next door that has been kept airworthy will have their single-seat drones converted into target drones and their two-seat drones converted into operational drones, forming a land-based foxbat squadron.
The stainless steel of the Lida Flying Brick couldn't be put on the ship, so it was left in the Cold War section of the Marie Museum, allowing visitors to experience the Mach 2.65 speed (two-seater).
Needless to say, the MiG-28 is only the Tomcat's officially recognized partner; in actual combat, the MiG-25 shot down more of them.
Old Magnesium's record is rather poor, but Persian Cat has secured several kills.
In pursuit of high-altitude, high-speed performance, maneuverability was sacrificed. Short-range air-to-air missiles with an average speed of around Mach 2 cannot catch up, but medium-range missiles can easily outmaneuver you, not to mention heavy long-range air-to-air missiles like the AIM-54.
Customers who want a deep experience with the F-14D will definitely not be able to resist a MiG-25. If the budget is very generous, it is also possible to choose a full load of Phoenix drones and even get half a dozen target drones.
A sharpshooter can eliminate an enemy with a single bullet, and our ace pilot can also destroy an enemy plane with a single missile.
Once Algilia's batch of airworthy target drones is used up, bringing out Libya's batch of zombie spare parts drones won't attract much attention, since these things are quite difficult to handle.
After settling into their assigned accommodations, the convoy that had set off earlier arrived at Jufra Air Base before nightfall.
Old Ye, who had just finished his work, came to the restaurant and punished himself with three drinks, partly as an apology and partly as a sign of happiness.
"I don't know if they'll come tonight. The last attack was a week ago."
Old Yefu said expectantly as he put down his glass and refilled it.
"Khartaff agreed to send two Wingloongii helicopters to take turns defending Jufra Air Base, so we can all get a good night's sleep tonight."
Both are reconnaissance and strike drones produced in our hometown. The CH-4's performance indicators are slightly inferior to this one, and only the CH-5 can compete with it.
However, after solving the problem of whether or not they had the drones, many users bought both types, resulting in a high-low configuration in their usage.
The military's combat effectiveness is lacking, and major manufacturers prefer to package entire production lines of reconnaissance and strike drones as consumer-grade drones.
We need to use them for homeland defense, as well as for sending troops on long-distance missions to teach the "slipper army" a lesson and to support Libya. The few hundred aircraft we bought are indeed not enough.
Buying parts and assembling them can at least improve the country's industrial level. The risk of an overly simplistic economic structure is too great; oil prices have plummeted before.
"If they don't come today, there's a high chance they'll come back in a week or two. Besides, the Tuerqi people have suffered a loss, and given their nature, they'll definitely seek revenge."
After finishing his drink, Xia Yu continued his analysis for Old Ye.
Operating drones is not difficult, but it's not something you can master just by getting the equipment. Both sides operate the drones using the original drone crews.
If the ground control station and the TB-2 were taken down together, others might swallow their anger, but Turkey would never do that.
They will definitely take action to get revenge.
"These guys won't send out F-16s, will they? My Buks will be waiting for them."
Old Yev doesn't have the word "admit defeat" in his dictionary, but as a businessman who has climbed up from the bottom, he may not have heard the story of Tian Ji's horse race, but he understands similar principles.
Gnat's MiG-29s are no match for the F-16s. To be honest, the domestically developed radar is not yet fully upgraded to phased array radar like Jihuo Defense (after all, they have two aircraft), but the other side has an AWACS aircraft!
If we have no chance of winning, of course we should avoid their sharp edge. There's no shame in using anti-aircraft missiles.
"That's unlikely, but those two Wingloongii might get shot down."
Xia Yu made a bold prediction.
How many MQ-9 Reaper drones have been shot down by our fellow countrymen? They're not very mobile reconnaissance and strike drones; they rely entirely on flying high to evade portable air defense missiles.
But when facing fighter jets and proper anti-aircraft missiles, frankly speaking, it's a sitting duck.
"So what if we get rid of it? Let Haltaf ask the UAE for it again. They have production lines to produce it anyway. It's a little painful for me, but don't try to save money for these people."
Old Ye said nonchalantly.
He's being generous with other people's money, though I'm a little envious.
"In Libya, it's just a messy war, exchanging equipment with each other. I feel like this civil war will never end in my lifetime."
After downing another glass of wine, Old Ye, having had his fill of drinks, finally spoke.
Because this is not Syria, a country composed of loosely organized tribes, where without the suppression of a strongman, conflicts break out every few days.
Xia Yu originally thought Colonel Ka was very abstract, but what was truly abstract was actually Libya.
"There's money to be made when there's fighting, and I'm sure Mr. Yevgeny wouldn't want to give up his interests here!"
Xia Yu, who had also finished his last glass, put down his glass and said...
"Yes, business in Libya is not mentally taxing, but other places where cash cannot be paid have to be managed by oneself, which always feels very troublesome."
Old Yef was referring to Zhongfei's business; he had to learn how to run a mine, even though the expected returns would be higher, it would still require a lot of effort.
"It is a bit troublesome, so apart from uranium mines and oil fields, I choose to develop other types of minerals in cooperation with others."
Xia Yu said, deeply agreeing.
Gold and diamond mines are no exception; in his development plans, he prefers energy.
"Haha, I actually prefer these two types of minerals, or rather, PMC Corporation is fond of these two types of minerals. Sherlock, you and Focused Fire Defense are a bit special."
Old Yefu joked with a smile.
But if you think about it carefully, haven't they always been this unconventional?
The museum business is much more profitable than these two. Their foray into the mining business seems more like a diversion of their resources.
Leaving aside the BTR-82S with its new engine, they also equipped the Marder infantry fighting vehicle with upgraded anti-tank missiles. What are their counterparts, who only have light armored vehicles or even just pickup trucks, thinking?
Anyway, Yevgeny followed suit, pairing the BMP-1 with the BMP-2. It was a bit brittle, but cheap and effective.
There's no need to upgrade to a BMP-3, and I heard from China that Xia Yu bought up all the used BTR-80s at rock-bottom prices, so if he wants one, he'll have to get a new one.
That's not as good as the old BMP-1 and BMP-2; the two different firepower configurations are definitely enough.
As for being easily opened by an RPG-7, that's not a problem in front of the bulletproof grille. His only concern is those consumer drones.
He can equip each mine with an armored unit, but he can't equip two armored units with dedicated anti-air units.
It's fair to say that they wouldn't care if the BMP-1 and BMP-2 were destroyed; at most, they would provide high-standard compensation to the crew members who were ambushed and help them get revenge.
As for using Black people like Jihuo Defense... well, they can't find or train that many highly qualified local employees. The labor cost of hiring their own people at a monthly salary of 3000 is also a bit high; it's basically a rotation after high-intensity deployment, since it's not as dangerous as facing direct combat.
The two, having enjoyed their drinks, parted ways and returned to their respective lodgings to rest.
Just as Xia Yu predicted, there was no fighting tonight, and the Government of National Accord's TB-2 missiles did not come to drop missiles.
Just as Hans and his men went out to buy back guns and ammunition, and Xia Yu began his search for enriched uranium, the other side was about to make their move.
"Buzzing"
Two TB-2 helicopters, each carrying four Man-L miniature air-to-ground missiles, took off and flew towards Jufra province.
According to intelligence, two Il-76 transport planes will land at the target airbase today, and the mission of the two TB-2s is to completely destroy them.
"Everyone must be careful. Our only target this time is those two transport planes. Even if they are not there, we cannot attack the areas marked on the map."
In the forward-deployed UAV ground mobile control station, a lieutenant colonel gave instructions to the crew members.
“That area is the operational area of UN and EU-employed teams, and an attack on them could easily lead to international disputes.”
"Yes, sir!"
While Turkish people may be arrogant, they are not as extreme as Jewish people, and they still need to be mindful of their international impact.
However, the territory of the Government of National Accord has been squeezed to the vicinity of Tripoli, forcing them to increase their support.
Two high-flying TB-2s flew over the control vehicle and successfully entered the Jufra province.
If the combat radius is insufficient, this method can be used to extend the strike range. However, if the ground control station is positioned too far forward, it becomes vulnerable to enemy destruction. But what can you do when your drones have short range?
Tripoli is more than 700 kilometers from Jufra province, and the ground control station is located in the capital. It lost contact after flying very short distances.
Satellite relay communication is really important. For example, the forward base of the old magnesium drone company is basically used to operate drones, and the crew members commute to get off work from home.
In this kind of situation, it's very necessary to get in touch with the US.
"Beep beep beep"
At Jufra Air Base, the search radar of a Tunguska anti-aircraft vehicle reacted, its innate Wingloongii technology detecting the enemy in one step.
This is normal, as the maximum detection range of both electro-optical sensors and synthetic aperture radars is ground-based, and their air-to-air detection range is not as good as that of search radars used in air defense weapons.
However, with radar warnings, it becomes much easier for drones to lock onto targets.
"They came after smelling the fish, but the two Il-76s had already left after unloading the cargo."
Old Yev said, looking at the drone's perspective broadcast on the tactical tablet.
Although those two Il-76s belonged to the Soviet Union, if they were to be destroyed here, it would be the people of Gna who would lose their lives, so after unloading the cargo, he drove them away.
"Two aircraft with eight missiles? The enemy won't take the missiles back with them. Get ready to be bombed!"
Xia Yu, who took a day off, stayed at the base to watch the show and provided some tactical guidance as a military advisor.
This wasn't free; they took the job from Ghena, the middleman, and it had nothing to do with Khartaf or the National Army.
"Understood. Air Defense Units 1 and 2 will return to base. All other vehicles remain stationary."
Old Yev picked up the walkie-talkie and gave instructions.
The two Tunguskas with upgraded radar were not cheap, and it would be a huge loss if they were destroyed by a missile costing tens of thousands of dollars. So they were all moved to the hangar and hidden away.
Those light armored vehicles, with the T-72s deliberately left outside as "target vehicles" to attract fire, are the least costly tactical deception.
You can only defeat your enemies if they follow your lead.
Those two Il-76s were bait that Xia Yu had deliberately set up when he saw that they hadn't made any moves for a long time, and they actually took the bait at the right time.
Indeed, tactical experience like fishing never goes out of style.
"If the target wasn't found, was the intelligence incorrect?"
Inside the vehicle, a crew member reported.
"I will report this situation when I get back. Now we will select high-value targets according to regulations, and we will withdraw after we have finished the operation."
Without much hesitation, the lieutenant colonel immediately issued the attack order to the crew.
"Yes, sir!"
"call out"
The first Man-L rocket detached from its pylon and flew toward a T-72B3 that was locked onto by the drone's electro-optical head.
Having made money, Old Yev also upgraded a batch of equipment. For example, they finally obtained the top-of-the-line T-72 and deployed it in Libya.
It must be said that compared to fossils, Contact-1 is rubbish.
However, the "T-72B3" vehicles on the outside were all empty shells, but the vehicles were still packed with a lot of expired munitions. So when the missile successfully hit the target,
"boom"
Amidst the deafening explosion, the turret flew high into the air amidst smoke and flames.
Cheers erupted immediately from the control vehicle; even if they couldn't destroy the transport plane, destroying a few more tanks and armored vehicles wouldn't hurt.
The targets locked in the field of vision were eliminated one by one until the eight missiles were exhausted. The crew members immediately took control of the two TB-2s to turn around and escape.
At an altitude of 9,000 meters, a Wingloongii drone silently followed.
To extend its range, it only carried two anti-tank missiles for self-defense. However, thousands of miles away, near an air force base close to Aiji, a second Wingloongii took off fully armed.
The six underwing pylons each carry four anti-tank missiles (composite pylons) and four 100-kilogram precision-guided bombs.
The nearly 600 kg payload clearly exceeds the standard payload of 480 kg stated in the manual. But what does the user's overloading have to do with me, the manufacturer? I designed it to be 480 kg!
The drone flew directly toward Tripoli, and when it was halfway there, the first drone, which was following two TB-2 drones, arrived at the capital's international airport, which was closed.
The airport's terminal and runways were severely damaged, yet F-14s could still take off from the taxiways, and the TB-2, with a maximum takeoff weight of just over half a ton, could also take off and land on the relatively intact taxiways.
So, under the watchful eyes of Xia Yu and Lao Yefu, the two TB-2s that had completed their landing were towed by a pickup truck to the nearest hangar.
"Several holes in this hangar have not been repaired; this was intentionally left."
Xia Yu exclaimed in admiration.
Unfortunately, the devil is always one step ahead, and he still managed to catch her by the tail.
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