The plane flew around the R&D center and then landed. The whole process was very safe and there was no problem.
After the test pilot got off the plane, he was warmly greeted by Oscar. For such Valiant, Oscar is undoubtedly very appreciated. It is precisely because of these people that Germany's aviation industry will develop rapidly.
Although, Oscar really wants to experience the fun of flying in person. However, he did not say it in the end. Because he knew that once he said something, he would be strongly opposed by others. Today's airplanes are really too dangerous. Oscar But Imperial Crown Prince, how can you just make fun of your own life?
After the test flight, Oscar and everyone went to the conference room. Although he was very satisfied with the progress of the R&D center, the fighter jet in front of him, codenamed F1, was still far from his expectations.
"Everyone, first of all, I want to congratulate you on your success. It is undoubtedly not easy to develop an excellent aircraft according to my requirements in such a short period of time. I know that you have worked very hard these days. For this, on behalf of the Empire, I would like to thank you for your efforts. It is precisely because of this that Empire can be at the forefront of the world in the aviation industry!"
After hearing what Oscar said, many Germany engineers and experts had red eyes. Isn't the reason why they work so hard just so that Germany can become stronger?
Even those non-Germany engineers and experts were very moved. Of course, because of the success of the project, they also received a lot of bonuses.
"Your Highness, this is what we should do." Gustav? Lilienthal said.
"However, what I want to tell you is that although you have achieved initial success, there is still a big gap between the real actual combat standards. Therefore, I hope that you can continue your efforts and develop a fighter with better performance as soon as possible." Oscar said.
"Yes, Your Highness." Gustav? Lilienthal and others replied.
"Almost all aircraft in various countries are biplanes. Although biplanes have great advantages in flight stability and hovering performance, they have fatal disadvantages in terms of speed. Next, I hope that everyone will conduct research on monoplanes. In the future, the fighter aircraft equipped by the empire will be fighters with a speed of more than 200 kilometers per hour and a range of more than 500 kilometers. I know that this requirement is somewhat difficult for everyone. But I believe that everyone will be able to achieve it." Qin Tian said.
Oscar is talking about Fokker E of Germany in another time and space, the advanced fighter jet that created the Fokker disaster. After German Air Force was heavily equipped with Fokker E, the pilot of Allied Powers could not survive more than six weeks, also known as Widowmaker.
Now, with the full support of German Engine Manufacturing Company, at least in terms of engines, Germany is already at the world's leading level. Therefore, Oscar requires them to develop an aircraft that is slightly ahead of Fokker E. There should not be a big problem. What's more, Germany's current Aircraft Research and Development Center has gathered the best people in Germany and even the world. There should be no big problem in allowing Germany to achieve leapfrog development in this aspect.
"Your Highness, the request you made is indeed very difficult. However, we will go all out and strive to achieve Your Highness's request within three years." Gustav? Lilienthal said.
Oscar nodded. Although three years is not a short time, it would not be bad if it can really succeed. By then, as long as Germany is mass-produced, even if it is equipped with only a few hundred new fighter jets in the early stages of the war, it will be enough to defeat the air forces of other countries.
"In addition to fighter jets, we also need to develop bombers. Bombers are divided into land-based bombers and carrier-based bombers. Land-based bombers have a larger bomb load and a longer range. As for other aspects, they can be slightly worse. However, carrier-based bombers are It requires high strength, short take-off distance, and the bomb load needs to be increased as much as possible. I hope you can succeed in these aspects in the next few years, and everyone will receive a valuable bonus." Qin Tian said.
"Yes, Your Highness." Everyone replied.
Although, many of the requests made by Oscar are really unbelievable to them. However, after they thought about it for a moment, they had to admit that the requirements put forward by Oscar were too far-sighted.
Especially Carrier-based aircraft, while all countries are still using aircraft in land airspace, Oscar has already begun to plan to use it at sea. Once it is truly successful, this will undoubtedly further improve the strength of German Navy.
Oscar hopes to at least develop Torpedo Bomber before the war breaks out. In this case, German Navy can build several aircraft carriers carrying these Torpedo Bomber in the future. Even if it can only carry light Torpedo or medium Torpedo, once Encirclement Offensive is launched against the enemy's surface warship, it can still achieve very good results. Of course, Oscar also knows that it is unrealistic to develop a Torpedo Bomber that can carry heavy aviation Torpedo before World War I. Even if it is developed, it cannot take off and land on an aircraft carrier. The deck of an aircraft carrier is only that long. An aircraft that is too large cannot take off over such a short distance.
After leaving Oranienburg, Oscar began to plan the development of the Air Force. When you have an airplane, you need people to do it. Although the performance of current aircraft is not up to standard, these aircraft can be used to train pilots first. Only after more advanced aircraft are developed will Germany have enough pilots to fly these aircraft in combat.
It is unrealistic to directly establish the air force in one step. Even establishing Army Air Corps or Naval Air Corps is unrealistic. On the one hand, there will be a lot of obstacles, and not everyone knows the role of airplanes. On the other hand, it is also easy to leak secrets. Oscar regards these aircraft as Germany's trump card. Whether it is the land-based Air Corps or the aircraft carrier Carrier-based aircraft, they must be kept highly confidential.
After much deliberation, Oscar decided to establish a Air Corps within 8th Army Corps, and at the same time select qualified people from 8th Army Corps for training, striving to train as many pilots as possible to prepare for future wars. Of course, once the time is right, 8th Army Corps Air Corps will develop into Imperial Army Air Corps, and then Imperial Air Force in the future!