Whether the combat effectiveness of an aircraft carrier is strong or not depends not only on the performance of the aircraft carrier itself, but more on the performance of Carrier-based aircraft. The Carrier-based aircraft used by German Navy is basically the Navy version of the Air Force model.
For example, German Navy's current main fighter is the carrier-based version of the BF-109 fighter, and Bomber is the carrier-based version of Stuka dive bomber. Even Torpedo bomber is improved on the basis of Stuka Bomber. The advantage of this is that it can ensure the performance of the Navy's Carrier-based aircraft, and at the same time, it can also save a lot of design funds. Even a large proportion of parts can be used in common, further reducing costs. At the same time, it can also reduce the pressure on logistical supplies during wartime.
In another time and space, although German military's weapons are very advanced, they are also very sophisticated. This also means that manufacturing these weapons and equipment requires greater costs and more man-hours. In addition, repair and maintenance are also very difficult.
Therefore, Oscar requires that the weapon of German military in this time and space must meet the two elements of simplicity and reliability. In this way, not only mass production can be achieved, but the cost can also be reduced. The difficulty of maintenance can also be greatly reduced. This will be very helpful in improving the soft power of German military.
Whether it is a tank, an aircraft, or a warship, it all needs to adhere to this design concept. In this way, the weapons and equipment of German military can be made simpler and more practical, as well as more reliable and powerful.
After participating in the launching ceremony of the aircraft carrier 'Zeus', Oscar went to a nearby base to watch the flight show of Naval Aviation. A fleet of carrier-based BF-109 fighter jets performed an aerial combat performance. Another team, Carrier-based Stuka dive bomber and Torpedo bomber, launched an attack on the target ship at sea.
When the heavy aviation Armor-piercing Shell dropped by Dive Bomber and the heavy aviation Torpedo dropped by Torpedo bomber hit the target ship. Amid the violent explosions and flames, the target ship fell apart and sank into the sea.
Although, this is nothing more than a live-fire attack drill. However, the combat effectiveness of German Navy's Carrier-based Aircraft Unit can be seen from this. The heavy aviation Armor-piercing Shell dropped by Dive Bomber weighed 500 kilograms. Moreover, each Dive Bomber carries two such heavy aviation Armor-piercing Shell. However, when the first aviation Armor-piercing Shell was launched, it could not dive at a large angle. In other words, the dive height needs to be further increased. Otherwise, it would be impossible to recover from the dive course, resulting in a plane crash and fatalities. Only after the first bomb is dropped and the weight is reduced, can the second bomb dive at a large angle, thus improving the hit rate.
Although, this design method is somewhat wasteful, because the hit rate of the first bomb is not high. However, if an attack is launched against ground targets or large surface ships such as aircraft carriers, the hit rate can undoubtedly be guaranteed. In that case, the combat effectiveness of Dive Bomber carrying two bombs is definitely only more powerful than that of Dive Bomber carrying one bomb. After all, when fighting at sea, after dropping the bombs, you need to return to your own aircraft carrier to remount the bombs, which takes a lot of time. In a naval battle, fighter planes are fleeting, and you must seize them as much as possible. In that case, the possibility of Imperial Navy winning can be greatly improved.
"The Air Force's FW-190 fighter jet is expected to be mass-produced soon. What is the development progress of the Navy's FW-190 fighter jet?" Oscar asked.
The performance of the Air Force's FW-190 fighter is more advanced than that of the BF-109 fighter. After the Air Force model was finalized, the Navy also began to develop a carrier-based version on this basis.
"Your Majesty, the navy version of the FW-190 fighter, is slightly behind the development schedule. It is not expected to be mass-produced until the year after next. It is estimated that the second batch of 'Sovereign-class' aircraft carriers can use the carrier-based FW-190 fighter." Marshal Raeder said.
Oscar nodded. Compared with Carrier-based aircraft of Americans in the same period, Carrier-based aircraft of German Navy is undoubtedly much more advanced. If a war breaks out between the navies of both sides, the battle will definitely be one-sided. German Navy's Carrier-based Aircraft Unit will gain an overwhelming advantage. In this case, even if American Navy is crazy about equipping more new aircraft carriers, but Carrier-based aircraft is not good enough, they will not be able to defeat German Navy and take the sea control away from German Navy.
Oscar's inspection of the navy only stopped at Home Fleet. The home port of Atlantic Fleet is at Azores, the home port of Mediterranean Fleet is at Gibraltar, and the home port of Indian Ocean Fleet The port is at Mumbai, India and is expected to be moved to Diego Garcia in the future so that Imperial Navy can further strengthen its control over Indian Ocean. At the same time, your own safety can also be guaranteed. The home port of Pacific Fleet is located at Singapore.
Oscar doesn't have that much time to inspect fleets stationed overseas. Especially now that the international situation is becoming increasingly tense, for the sake of Oscar's safety, if he wants to leave the country, the ministers will fiercely oppose it.
Therefore, after inspecting Home Fleet, Oscar directly returned to Berlin to inspect the Air Force.
Berlin In an air force base on the outskirts of the country, the Air Force's most advanced FW-190 fighter jet is undergoing its final test flight before mass production. Basically, the model has been determined. In previous test flights, the defects had been almost found.
"Your Majesty, this fighter is close to being finalized. It is expected to be mass-produced starting next month. Compared with the BF-109 fighter, the FW-190 fighter has been greatly improved in terms of maximum speed and endurance. In addition, we have also modified the 1 The 2.7 aviation machine gun was replaced with a 20mm cannon to further enhance the fighter's attack capability. However, after the cannon was replaced, the bomb load was limited and it was unable to carry out sustained attacks." Air Force Minister Air Marshal Catherine said with a smile.
Before the war broke out, if German Air Force could be equipped with FW-190 fighter jets, it would mean that they would have more powerful air power. In this regard, other countries will not be able to compete with German Air Force.
Oscar Put down the telescope in your hand, and the performance of the FW-190 fighter jet in the air is indeed very pleasing to the eye. Whether it's climbing, diving, or circling, it's all good. Compared with the clumsy American fighter jets, it is undoubtedly much more advanced. This means that in this aspect, Germany is still in the leading position. In future air battles, the possibility of Germany gaining air superiority will undoubtedly be greater.