Chapter 591: A battle hero upgraded to 2 levels in a row

It can only be said that it is worthy of being a flight academy. The campus area is indeed a bit exaggerated for a university.

The open-top jeep went around and around several turns on the internal road until the wind made Chang Haonan want to sneeze, and finally stopped in front of an inconspicuous building.

"Today, superior leaders came to inspect. If we go directly to the teaching area, there may be extra security. We have to get out of the car and walk in. It's too far there and it's inconvenient."

Zhang Jiujiang explained while pushing the car door open:

"But they are about to finish class anyway. I will take you to my office to sit for a while, then go to the cafeteria for a meal, and then ask their life teacher to contact your sister to come out."

"No problem, this is your territory, it's up to you."

Chang Haonan, who was in the passenger seat, also got out of the car.

Because I haven’t had much to do these past few days, I don’t mind waiting a little longer:

"However, if your superiors come to inspect the internal units of your army, do you still need to set up security?"

He just recalled that when he entered, he didn't seem to find any signs such as Welcome to Guidance, and the sentry didn't seem to make any extra moves (of course, he still didn't know the other person's inner theater at that time).

"Usually it's not necessary, but the situation is different today. You can see that there was no movement outside just now. It's just loose on the outside and tight on the inside..."

Zhang Jiujiang, who was walking next to him, replied somewhat vaguely:

"Of course, it doesn't really count as extra security. It just prevents vehicles from entering so as not to block the road and affect the trip."

Seeing that he didn't explain it more clearly, Chang Haonan also knew that the matter was finished here, so he didn't continue to ask more questions.

While talking, the two of them had arrived at the door of a four-story office building.

Zhang Jiujiang's office is on the second floor, which is very convenient.

"Sit down wherever you want and I'll get you something to drink."

Chang Haonan noticed that there was a photo next to the other party's desk, but it was not a common family photo or travel photo, but about this time last year, he, Zhang Jiujiang, Lu Yuying and others were in front of the J-7F. A group photo was taken.

Although it has only been a year, when I see this photo, I still feel a sense of illusion that time and space are intertwined.

First of all, too many things have happened in the past year.

Secondly, the J-7F is, after all, the first model he built after his rebirth.

Although there is a bit of a coincidence.

Now the first batch of 24 units of this model should have been delivered to the Pakistan Air Force, and there seem to be small batch orders from other countries being scheduled later.

But Chang Haonan has indeed not paid attention to it for some days.

It wasn't until a steaming white porcelain cup was placed on the coaster in front of him that his mind was pulled away from the memories brought by the photo.

"By the way, Instructor Zhang, did you participate in the test flight of the J-7F later?"

Chang Haonan picked up the tea cup, blew it gently, and then asked.

"You mean after that air show?"

Zhang Jiujiang sat down on his office chair holding the same cup:

"I flew a few more target tests at the Dingxin base, with the 23mm cannon, as well as the PL-5II and PL-8. I haven't flown any other subjects. I was originally going to fly the PL-11, but the flight school's transfer order came in advance."

"It's a pity, otherwise we would have had the opportunity to shoot a beyond-visual-range missile, and we would have been able to brag about it when teaching students..."

Although the equipment of the Chinese Air Force has improved a lot compared to the previous generation, the main force today is still the J-6 and J-7, and it can be said that there are very few pilots who have fired medium-range bombs.

Still worth talking about.

Zhang Jiujiang had previously known through Lu Yuying that Chang Haonan had been deeply involved in the J-7F and even participated in the design of the J-10.

Although I still don’t understand why one person can participate in the projects of both 601 and 611 in a short period of time, in short, I can talk about it with confidence and boldness.

So after pausing for a moment and taking a sip of water, he continued to add:

"After all, we were temporarily seconded to the flight test center because of a lack of manpower. The establishment is still in our own army. Although they don't say it, they are not very good at arranging for us to recover from the spin or stop and restart in the air. It’s a high-risk project like this. If something goes wrong, it’s difficult to explain. Of course, to put it bluntly, there are concerns about our level.”

"But to be honest, regardless of other subjects, if it's just about recovering from stalls and spins, no test pilot can fly better than instructors like us..."

Stall and spin recovery are necessary subjects in the flight training process. Of course, students only need to operate them once, but instructors need to fly them day after day, year after year. It is definitely not an exaggeration to say that.

It can be seen that although Zhang Jiujiang chose a relatively stable job in an aviation school, he still has aspirations for a more challenging job.

Perhaps he also realized that he seemed to be complaining just now, so he changed the subject:

"Sigh... let's not mention this. Although it's just a dull life here, my wife and children don't have to worry about it. It's good to be able to go home on weekends."

"Of course, at your age, you shouldn't feel this way, hahaha..."

It was not easy for Chang Haonan to accept this.

Mainly because his actual age is actually not much different from Zhang Jiujiang.

But because I never got married in my previous life, so...

It really doesn't feel that way.

So I had to carry out a tactical drink of water to cover up this slight embarrassment.

Fortunately, the topic was quickly dropped, and the two began to talk about serious things that should be discussed between parents and teachers.

Such as academic performance and so on.

……

"Okay, it's almost time. I'll take you to dinner."

After chatting for a while, Zhang Jiujiang looked at his watch, stood up, put on his coat again, and prepared to go out with Chang Haonan.

But when the two of them went downstairs to the lobby on the first floor, they happened to meet a group of people who were about to go upstairs.

The leader is carrying a gold star, with a stern face and wind-like steps.

Chang Haonan thought for a moment and realized that this should be the "superior leader" mentioned by Zhang Jiujiang just now.

The rank of major general also meets this security level.

If he were at a higher level, if he didn't take out the letter of introduction today, he might not be able to get in.

With this thought in his mind, he prepared to step aside and let the other party's group pass first.

Zhang Jiujiang naturally stood at attention and saluted.

When the figures of several people intertwined, Chang Haonan glanced at the face of the officer at the front.

In this place, the appearance of a young man in casual clothes is not particularly common, so it will inevitably attract more attention.

As a result, the two people's eyes intertwined for a moment.

Then, the steps stopped almost simultaneously.

Chang Haonan was already shocked.

I just came to see my sister, how could I meet an acquaintance?

Zheng Liangqun, the pilot who piloted the J-8C to win the first victory, had met before when he received the award at Sandaomen.

Because this fact is so big, it leaves a deep impression.

"Comrade Chang Haonan?"

The visitor obviously recognized him.

"Zheng..."

Chang Haonan got stuck before he could pronounce the first syllable.

In his impression, Zheng Liangqun was still the commander of the Kongyi Division.

But the general title on the other person's body clearly shows that he has been promoted again.

In the end, I had to choose a title that would not go wrong:

"General Zheng, what a coincidence. Long time no see."

Chang Haonan felt that he might not be able to hide his identity.

Sure enough, the other party doubted almost without thinking:

"Comrade Haonan, you are here..."

"My sister goes to school here. I came to see her during my vacation."

After giving a vague answer, he quickly changed the topic:

"I just heard from Instructor Zhang that a leader came to inspect today, but I didn't expect it to be you."

"Oh, why don't you think it's yours? It's out of sight..."

For Chang Haonan, Zheng Liangqun is still grateful.

In the past year, he has directly participated in the bat hunting operation that shot down the MiG-25, and indirectly participated in the embankment operation to deter the Royal Navy fleet.

It can be said that he has been involved in the two biggest jobs of the Air Force in the past 30 years.

He also received the honorary title of "Air Force Combat Hero" and was promoted two levels in a row, crossing the most critical general officer threshold for a mid- to senior-level commander.

Although this is inseparable from his own efforts, after all, the improvement of the equipment level of the PLA Air Force must also be taken into consideration...