Chapter 1736: Aviation Reconnaissance
Chapter 1736 Aviation Reconnaissance
After receiving the order, the Black Hawk long-range reconnaissance aircraft unit has begun preparations for the longest mission ever flown by the Luftwaffe. Such a long-distance flight mission is not to mention the air power of the First World War. Even in the Second World War, there were not many aircraft in the Luftwaffe that could perform missions with a combat radius of more than 800 kilometers. It is estimated that these aircraft such as HE177 and FW200 can perform. But this time, the Luftwaffe faced even more difficulties when entering the sky above the enemy's air base for reconnaissance.
"If we don't want to be sieved, then first of all, we must choose a time when the clouds are relatively low to enter the detection area. Our aircraft is equipped with a supercharging device, so it can fly at an altitude above 5,500 meters. Now whether it is the British DH9 Still camels, their flying altitude is generally around 4,500 to 5,000 meters, if we fly above the clouds, we can avoid their observation posts. We will only lower the altitude and enter below the clouds when we are conducting photo reconnaissance.”
At this time, in the High Seas Fleet Land-Based Aviation Headquarters in the Port of Kiel, Major Knowles, the commander of the Black Hawk Squadron, was communicating with personnel from the Ministry of the Navy, and this time, the person representing the Navy was Admiral Scheer's Chief of Staff Major General Adolf von Trotta.
"I will arrange for the meteorological department to pay attention to the recent weather conditions in the North Sea." The major general nodded and motioned for the other party to continue.
"If the starting position is possible, can we move forward as much as possible, for example, in Denmark or even Norway?" Major Knowles asked. After all, the distance to take off from Germany is too far, and the route almost crosses the North Sea diagonally. So, if possible, he hopes to set the attack location in Denmark.
"This is a bit difficult, and I can't answer it yet, but can we add floats to the K-8 aircraft, and we will refuel your aircraft in the North Sea." Major General Trota asked.
"No, let's not say that the K-8 was not designed to be converted into a seaplane. Even if we can forcefully add buoys, the added weight will be terrible. This will reduce our fuel load, and the most critical Yes, this mission time is our biggest enemy, not counting the previous preparations, just from the time we step on the plane to start the expedition, we may have to fly in the air for 20 hours, we have to fight bad weather, British planes, and Fatigued physical combat, so in order to ensure the detection efficiency, we need to shorten the voyage as much as possible." Major Knowles said.
According to later generations, are you tired after driving a car for 20 hours alone? Must be exhausted. And this plane, you are flying a plane for 20 hours! And it's winter. In an unheated cabin, at an average altitude of 5,000 meters. This TM has to wear a coat, fly a simple plane, rely on very primitive navigation to fly for 20 hours, and always be alert to the British planes and bullets. Let alone technical problems, even those who are not mentally strong can be exhausted and collapse. Yes! Well, add another knife, if you don't want to drive, you can find a place to rest,
Tired of flying in the North Sea, where do you stop? Therefore, this mission is really very difficult, much more difficult than the British bomber force bombing Constantinople back then!
"Navigation problem, how do you plan to solve it? There is one thing I must remind you. The compass navigation system we deployed in various places is not practical in this operation. This is a big killer for the decisive battle. We must guarantee this system It is hidden and safe before the decisive battle." Major General Trota said with some regret.
"It doesn't matter. This point is within our expectations. In fact, the problem of navigation is not difficult. We even have experience in performing missions in the Baltic Sea at night without terrain reference. So for the current Black Hawk team Said, there is not much technical hurdle."
"Relying on our current navigation system, we can safely fly over the southern part of the North Sea, and because we chose to start when the clouds are low, we can also rely on starry sky navigation. As for the British, what should we do? It's very easy. We installed a set of captured British antennas on the fuselage. They can receive the signal of the British. We can follow the signal. When we come back, we can reverse the process. said Major Knowles with a smile.
"We will set up a reception point in the southern area of the Beihai. If you and your plane are damaged, you can make an emergency landing in the predetermined area, and we will rescue you." Major General Trota said with a little embarrassment. Because in his perception, if a plane of this era makes an emergency landing on the North Sea in winter, the possibility of people surviving is really not high. Even if the plane lands safely, even if the personnel are successfully transferred from the sinking plane, Even if there is nothing wrong with the person and you are wearing a life jacket, if you hang up again, the German fleet can take you on board in half an hour, and then prepare warm clothes and a cup of hot chocolate for you. The survival rate of personnel is not high.
The reason is very simple. This is the North Sea in winter. When a person falls into the sea, at most five minutes, all the heat from the person can be taken away, and then freeze in less than a quarter of an hour. Even if your physical fitness is comparable to that of an ape Taishan, so what if we carry it over? Because various diseases caused by the cold sea water may still kill the person who fell into the water, the best result is to spend the rest of his life with ailments all over his body. Of course, there are not no successful examples, but for most people, The result will be very bad.
"Very well, my subordinates will discuss with you about how to contact the signal. Although we are not willing to take a bath in the cold water of the North Sea, we must also be prepared. Please believe in our professionalism. We have already experimented with the training in the Baltic Sea." Major Knowles said.
"Fuck, what's the situation?" Rear Admiral Trotta was really confused. It stands to reason that, as the chief of staff of the German High Seas Fleet, there are few things in the fleet that he doesn't know, but this time, he felt that those The Bavarian from the south always seems to come up with something he doesn't know! For example, if you make a forced landing on the icy surface of the North Sea, rescuers still have an hour to arrive. How to save yourself! Urgently, wait online!
"Generally speaking, it is enough for the navy to provide us with as complete information and weather forecast as possible. Of course, it would be best if we can try to take off in Denmark. At the same time, the fleet is also ready. As for the rest, We can do it well." After some communication, Major Knowles concluded.
"As you wish. We will do our best," said the major general before leaving.
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