Chapter 171 Tupolev is also an option

"Based on the current situation, we can consider asking the Aviation Technology Group to contact Tupolev personnel and talk about the two models of Tu-27 and Tu-204 based on the introduction of Su-334 technology and production lines. Issues with manufacturing domestically.”

"Compared to Airbus, Tupolev's situation is obviously much worse, which also means that it is easier for them to compromise in negotiations. In addition, we have already had experience negotiating with Sukhoi, and there should be hope that They improve the aircraft in accordance with our country's standards, and our technical personnel can also participate in this process, and we can also give this aircraft our own code name like the J-11."

Obviously, when Chang Haonan said this, Ding Gaoheng's eyes suddenly lit up.

The MD90 produced in China can only be called MD90, but the Tu 204 produced in China can have its own name.

Don't underestimate this difference.

For an era when national self-confidence is at its lowest, this is definitely quite attractive.

So Chang Haonan continued to hit the railroad while it was hot:

"More importantly, the Russians will not restrict the uses of these aircraft we manufacture. Even if the civil aviation side breaks out and refuses to accept these aircraft, the military can be a strong backing. The Tu-204 is a better special aircraft than the Y-8 Platforms, reconnaissance, anti-submarine, early warning, electronic warfare, and VIP transportation can all be modified based on this model."

Obviously, Ding Gaoheng was already moved.

There is another benefit that Chang Haonan did not mention clearly, but everyone knows it well——

Only the trade negotiations with Russia can be fully decided by the Aviation Technology Group and can prevent other forces from intervening.

Because almost all the connections in related industries on the Russian side are in the hands of aviation technology, there is no need to worry about others getting in the way.

And it’s more efficient.

It is already December 12th, and there is only about half a month left before relevant units submit response plans to their superiors regarding the Boeing-McDonnell Douglas merger incident.

Therefore, the sooner the better. If we can reach even the most preliminary consensus with Tupolev on key issues such as model improvement and technology transfer during this period, it can greatly improve the effectiveness of the Science and Technology Commission on this matter. Persuasion and voice.

Thinking of this, Ding Gaoheng could no longer sit still.

He pressed the already burned cigarette butt into the ashtray, then stood up:

"Lao Du, Comrade Xiao Chang, originally I was going to keep you for dinner in the canteen of the Science and Industry Committee today, but now it seems that the situation is urgent and I have to go and prepare for a meeting right away."

"It doesn't matter, business is more important."

Du Yishan smiled and waved his hand:

"But you have to pay for this meal here. After you solve the trouble in front of you, I will bring Xiao Chang over again. You can't default on the bill."

"Not only will he not default on his debt, but if this matter can really be properly resolved in this way, then Comrade Xiao Chang can be said to be a great contributor to our country's aviation industry!"

As he spoke, Ding Gaoheng had already put on his coat and was getting ready to go out:

"When the time comes, I will personally ask for credit from him!"

"That's settled."

"A word is settled!"

……

Chang Haonan was still immersed in great joy until he followed Du Yishan and left the Science and Industry Committee.

Compared to what Ding Gaoheng said about asking for credit, what made him more excited was actually what happened today -

Finally, I had a chance to speak out what was on my mind.

Ever since he saw the Tu-204 at the Zhuhai Air Show, things about domestically produced large aircraft have been lingering in his mind.

If you have unlimited scientific research points and time and energy, the best solution is to put aside all foreigners and build a passenger aircraft series that matches the A320/330/350/380.

But as far as the current objective conditions are concerned, this can only be an idea.

In fact, even if the full set of technical information of the A350 or A380 is presented, China today does not have the ability to manufacture an aircraft of this size on its own.

So you still have to do it step by step.

But overall technical weakness does not mean that some advanced key technologies cannot be developed.

Under Chang Haonan's promotion, Huaxia is fully able to verify some new key technologies in the localization process of Tu-204, thereby improving its capabilities in the field of large aircraft design and manufacturing——

That's right, just like the J-11.

This is another reason why he hopes to cooperate with Tupolev.

After all, you can't expect Airbus or Boeing to allow others to tamper with the design of their aircraft.

At this time, Du Yishan patted Chang Haonan on the shoulder:

"Let's go. I won't take you to have a meal at the Science and Industry Committee this time. I'll treat you to a meal there."

As he spoke, he pointed to a Jin Ju De restaurant across the street.

……

On the other side, after seeing off the master and apprentice, Ding Gaoheng quickly asked his secretary to make several calls in succession.

Later that day, the leaders of the Aviation Industry Group and the Aviation Technology Group, as well as several representatives who had been responsible for negotiating important projects in the past, gathered in a conference room of the Committee of Science and Industry.

It was the same room where the last symposium was held.

"You must all already know about Boeing's acquisition of McDonnell Douglas."

After making up his mind, Ding Gaoheng also took out his card as director of the Science and Technology Commission and said straight to the point:

"We cannot sit idly by in this matter. We must win some benefits for China."

After hearing this statement, the faces of several other people present at the meeting became serious, and they appeared to be sitting upright.

"Comrades from the aviation technology department, I will assign you two tasks now."

"The first is to use some of the contacts we made during the past arms trade to test the European side's attitude towards this matter, and if possible, follow their methods to formulate a negotiation strategy suitable for us."

"I understand, Director Ding, I will personally take charge of this matter."

A senior negotiator from the Aviation Technology Group said while recording:

"However, our country currently does not have an anti-monopoly law and can only consider applying the anti-unfair competition law, so... it may be weaker than the EU during the negotiation process."

Ding Gaoheng nodded:

"The bottom line of our negotiations is to require Boeing to transfer some parts sold to China Airliners to our domestic production. The proportion may not be large, but it must be there. As for better conditions, we will see if we can get them in time."

Obviously, it is impossible for a person who can sit in the position of director of the Science and Technology Commission to have no ideas of his own.

Of course we should seek cooperation from Tupolev, but we should also try our best to recover the losses that can be recovered from Boeing.

After confirming that no one had anything else to say, Ding Gaoheng continued:

"The second is to contact Russia's Tupolev Company as quickly as possible and ask them about cooperation in the production and improvement of passenger aircraft. But don't let them see that we are in a hurry. It will be good if we can confirm our intention before the end of the year. .”

"Comrades from the aviation industry department, I need you to write a report on the development of the civil aviation industry within a week. I don't care what you write in the middle. The conclusion must be to oppose the AE100 aircraft project that Airbus wants to cooperate with us. .”

"in addition……"

As Ding Gaoheng's instructions were issued one by one, the entire Science and Technology Commission system began to operate accurately and efficiently.