Don't talk about martial arts, I'm a war contractor

Chapter 424: Aerial gunship, grand opening (please vote for me!)

After all, the operating cost of 2+ dollars per hour is no longer much cheaper than the F-16. No wonder the first-class people always think about retiring, but the Army never agrees.

Not to mention the Su-25 among the Soviet attack aircraft, the MiG-27 with variable sweep wings is also cheaper than the Warthog, but the crash rate is a little higher in the hands of the third brother. Even if it is relatively cheap, the market is not very big.

So Xia Yu had the motivation to change the A-10 to a two-seat version, but the MiG-27 simply ignored it, and even its design blueprint, the MiG-23B ground attack version, was ignored.

It would be great to enter his private museum, but forget about operating it externally.

"Mr. Ellison, attack aircraft only have lower requirements for pilots than fighter jets. If there is a piece of equipment that allows you to easily enjoy the joy of pouring firepower even when you are 90 years old, would you be willing to invest in it all at once? Or rent it at a high price? it?"

Xia Yu raised his hand to look at the time and began to do final market research.

No matter how good your physical condition is, you can only play in the sky until you are over 80 years old.

When you reach the age of 90, it's not a big deal to have a doctor in your pocket, but it's a big deal to just return the ECG to zero. It may be more appropriate to call the health bureau.

"Hehehe, I know what you mean, AC-130, right? Although this thing is not fast, it is really cool!"

If the Chinese people don't sell them, he can still find the Germans. The unit price of the sealed old C-160 can be reduced to less than 800 million in batches.

And this is just the first income. Maintenance, crew members, and ammunition supplies after purchase will provide a steady stream of income.

All Xia Yu has to do is to get the goods at low prices, modify them and sell them.

This is also an important reason why Xiayu has never introduced AC-130.

He didn't want a living target in the sky. Even if one engine was knocked out by a portable anti-aircraft missile, it would be troublesome.

Xia Yu summarized in detail and proposed a new plan.

Then it can be refurbished and converted into an AC-130H type.

Yes, with the continuous military investment in the past two years, the frequency of use of transport aircraft by the Busa military has also increased simultaneously.

It's not that he can't afford to hire manpower, he simply prefers weapons and equipment with a high degree of automation.

"Let's give it another 20 years. Then we will have a magnesium army theme."

If you don't have enough money, you can take out a loan and guarantee Kongluga's financial income in the next few years. As for the retired C-130H, which can also recover its health, Xia Yu is willing to pay a friendly price of US$300 million to take over.

Let the A-10B, AC-130H, and F-14D appear on the same stage and blast the gold coins of these rich guys.

You can't even buy half a yacht for 50 to 60 million, but you can have a privately customized aerial gunboat.

Old Larry could roughly see the profit on Xia Yu's books, but he still underestimated the cheating players, and the bottom line of net profit of 10 billion was still about the same.

If you want to have a lot of fun, the average usage cost is one to two million per time, which is basically 130% of renting an AC-50H. The more you use, the more you save.

Aerial gunships are the world's only food-killing artifacts. Portable anti-aircraft missiles may require multiple rounds of concentrated fire, but those old and outdated heavy-charged Old Sam can penetrate the soul with just one shot.

When it comes to the specific quantity, he has to collect further data, but 5 to 10 should be able to be sold, because the price is really cheap.

Xia Yu said without thinking much.

The civilian market can be developed, and there are a lot of people around the world who like this thing.

"If you say so, I would like to give it a try. The crew can only be controlled by 5 people, and the control of all weapons is integrated into one person's hands. The price is less than a Gulfstream G650. I don't mind having another private jet." "

Old Larry talked to Xia Yu.

"You said there's no rush for the AC-160. It's better to launch the AC-130 as soon as possible."

"I have also dreamed of owning an AC-130, but it is too cumbersome compared to fighter jets and attack aircraft. A dedicated gun squad is required for the 105mm howitzer. The four-engine model is troublesome to maintain."

So when the Busa Air Force complained that their C-130H was becoming more and more difficult to use due to aging, Xia Yu had an idea in his mind:
That's why not take advantage of this opportunity to promote the replacement of old transport aircraft squadrons with new ones, retire this C-130H, and purchase two low-end versions of the Y-8?

Old Larry felt itchy after being told by Xia Yu, but this guy didn't care about putting out the fire, so he could only urge him to work overtime to stock the goods.

"As a small business, we can't make as much money as Mr. Ellison's assets that increase in value every year."

Old Larry smiled meaningfully.

Of course, Xia Yu also made a lot of money.

It doesn't matter in the short term, nor does it matter in the long term. Upgrading the transport aircraft squadron is a hurdle that Busa must pass.

"You know how to do business. The turnover of such a theme activity may be as low as 10 billion."

The overloaded use overwhelmed the already aging C-130H, and had to borrow the C-160, which focuses on fire defense, to make up for the lack of capacity.

And this time we have to buy a new transport plane, one that can fly for thirty to fifty years at a stretch.

The Mini version of the aerial gunship he was referring to is actually the AC-160, a gunship modified from the C-160 platform.

Xia Yu said modestly.

After modification and adding long guns and short cannons, the price is only about 1500 million. After deducting the cost, the profit of one unit is 2 to 3 times.

Yes, what's wrong with having one more private jet parked in the hangar? Isn't it worth fifty or sixty million dollars?
Xia Yu secretly thought, this business can be done.

Of course, before taking action, he had to do market research to confirm whether to operate alone or to manage after sales.

Old Larry showed the calmness and domineering attitude of the top wealthy people when they spend money like water.

I only heard that Mao had the idea of ​​using the An-12 platform to modify the gunship. Not to mention the Germans, the Chinese had no such idea at all, so there is no original AC-160.

"So I prefer to consume and experience Air Gunships rather than buy and hold."

Old Larry is willing to spend two to three million to enjoy an afternoon, and then he can use all the supercars that he has driven and scrapped over the years to use as target vehicles. How fun is this?
"I understand, the AC-130's crew is too bloated, right? The 4-engine platform is not friendly to individual buyers, so there is a highly integrated Mini version of the air gunship, which uses a dual-engine platform that is easier to maintain. Is Mr. Ellison interested?"

Lao Larry's personal worth has increased by more than 100 billion every year, but if all the businesses of Jihuo Defense are added together, it is true that the annual turnover is still less than 100 billion.

"There will come a time when your industry is different from our IT industry."

He opened his mouth to comfort Xia Yu, but more often than not he meant something else.

Private military contractors are indeed different from ordinary industries. At least Xia Yu's name will not be on any rich list. Everyone can only estimate his worth from the size and strength of Jihuo Defense.

"I hope so. It's almost time. Captain Ellison is asked to go back to his room to change into his captain's uniform and attend the opening ceremony in two hours."

Xia Yu said as he looked at the crowd gradually gathering on the beach.

"You are right. As a captain, I will not be able to board the carrier-based aircraft until the afternoon, and I will have to give a speech for you in the morning."

Old Larry was indispensable for being in the limelight, but he was just talking about whether he should dislike it or not. He obviously forgot who took the initiative to make the call.

"Wow~Wow~~"

Soon, the sound of the helicopter's main rotor sounded frequently, and people were being sent directly to the St. Paul from the airport and the tank museum.

Yevgeny also took his Legacy 600 and rushed to Guo from Feifei. He still remembered the first time he met Xia Yu. This guy said that he wanted to build the best aircraft carrier restaurant. How could he have thought that after a few years, he would really Let him get it done. Jumping down from the Super Hornet's cargo bay, Old Ye Fu scratched his bald head and walked quickly towards Xia Yu, who was entertaining guests on the island.

"Sherlock, it's been a long time. I haven't said thank you to you when I helped pull someone in last time!"

He stepped forward to say hello.

It is too difficult to transport the goods by land from Libiya to Afika, and there is only one Il-76 in Ghana, so it takes several trips to mix the cargo and people.

The C-160, which was focused on defense, was free. After delivering supplies to Hans and others in Niriliya, they flew to Lipiya to help them transport personnel and equipment.

"It's been a while. It's just a small thing to attract people. I'm the one you should say thank you for coming today."

Keep in touch, move around from time to time to help, and only speak up when it’s critical.

Based on the relationship between Old Ye Fu and that person, Xia Yu still has many things to ask him for help with!
"Then let's not talk about this. Let's have a drink tonight."

"Okay, I'll treat you to authentic Chinese food and drink the best Maotai."

Xia Yu answered with all his words.

The battlefield diet is mainly about balanced meals and energy replenishment, and taste comes second.

The luxury Chinese restaurant that can be opened on an aircraft carrier focuses on complex dishes, all colors, flavors and tastes. It must satisfy the customers in more than 20 suites.

Both are very authentic, but the budget and dining environment are different.

As for Moutai of various vintages, it is the focus of the restaurant's profit, with a premium of several hundred percent compared to domestic prices.

"Then I'll wait, you get busy first!"

Seeing a handsome general, Lao Yefu said something to Xia Yu and walked over to say hello to him.

In addition to Libiya and Qifei's business, he also wants to develop Hengju's business, such as providing training services for government troops.

Having a large number of retired non-commissioned officers, this backbone of grassroots command, not only ensures Gener's combat effectiveness, but also allows them to accept a large number of regular army training contracts.

The concentrated fire defense that can only train battalion-level units is far inferior to them, but the differentiation in business directions also avoids competition.

There are endless contracts for such a huge Afika, and the next stage of development of Jihuo Defense is to get out of Afika, grab orders from outside, and promote the development of European and Asian branches.

Afika has turned to promoting the development of the private market for museums, supplemented by combat operations in the Sahel region.

For example, the Samari Youth Party, which Xia Yu has been paying attention to, is out of business this year anyway. Let’s wait and see in 19 whether it can bring Kenniya and the African Union together to show their support and vote for them.

If no one pays the bill, concentrated fire defense will definitely not be able to attack on a voluntary basis. After all, all personnel are combined, and the cost of a single dispatch is quite high.

And before going to eat sand in the Sahel, it is most important to get his cornucopia ready.

"Call Fennec Fox, this is Weasel, how is the situation at the scene?"

Xia Yu contacted Lao Ke via radio.

"No problem has been found so far. Tourists have completed the initial security check before entering the beach area."

Christian replied immediately.

The first security check acts as a flow limiter. Pointe Noire Pier can accommodate up to 1 people entering the terminal. When it is full, only one person can leave and then another can enter.

The second step is to ensure the safety of the scene. The secondary security check for boarding the ship is stricter to ensure that nothing that should not be present appears on the St. Paul.

As for the number of people who will visit the ship out of 1 people, Xia Yu can only say that 5000 tickets have been booked. Adding the tickets sold on site, today's ticket revenue will be in the hundreds of thousands.

It seems a bit small, but value-added items other than tickets are the main revenue of the aircraft carrier museum.

Although there are no anti-ship and air combat projects scheduled today, the conventional fighter jet experience project has sold out all sorties in the afternoon, not to mention the air defense department. An artillery shell launched with a magazine of 4 is an item that ordinary people can afford.

Near 10 o'clock, Paul, Boss Huang and his wife, Liv and Xiao Youzi arrived at the scene by shuttle boat.

After they arrived, almost all the guests who were supposed to come arrived. They came from the flight deck to the VIP area on the beach, waiting for the opening ceremony to officially begin.

"I declare that the Afika War Museum and the maritime branch of the St. Paul are officially opened, with a gun salute and a ribbon cutting!"

Xia Yu stood on the podium and announced directly.

"Dong~dong~dong~dong~~"

The twin 128mm and twin 88mm anti-aircraft guns stuffed with customized salute shells made a deafening sound.

He himself, the mayor of Sao Paulo, the Minister of Defense, Paul, old Larry, old Anka... cut the ribbon together.

Is it open for business now?

The tens of thousands of tourists were a little confused about the rhythm of Xiayu, but the roar of fighter jets came from a distance.

It's the Ghost Squadron pulling colorful smoke. They fly from the direction of the sky and do all kinds of cool stunts. When they fly around and prepare to land, the Fulcrum Squadron follows closely.

The Sao Paulo cleared its hangar last night, and all carrier-based aircraft transferred to Pointe-Noire Airport.

It's all for today's opening performance. It's hard to see the fireworks during the opening day, so we can only pull colorful cigarettes.

However, it is still shocking to see the Phantom, Fulcrum, and Super Ensign taking turns, because it is difficult for anyone to come up with carrier-based aircraft from three countries.

"Look, what kind of fighter jet is that?"

There was only one aircraft in the fourth group, but its fat fuselage was as light as a kite.

"It's the Sea Harrier from Yingguo!"

Alvin rappelled down on the flight deck of the St. Paul in the Defense Company's meritorious Sea Harrier.

This brings together 4 types of carrier-based aircraft from 4 countries, which can be said to be quite impressive, but these are just jet fighters.

"Om~~"

World War II electric fans flew over one after another, and the F-4U Corsair, F-6F Hellcat, Sea Hurricane, and B-25 appeared one after another until the very end.

"Woo~~"

A Stuka with an iron cross painted on it swooped in with the BGM of death screams. The pilot Carl, who had been sponsored by Red Bull, pulled up the nose of the plane and passed by at low altitude on the flight deck of the St. Paul.

"Om~~"

Continuing to pass over the densely packed heads on the beach, this operation aroused the emotions of everyone present.

Paul, who was holding Little Pomelo, showed that he was smiling, but his eyes were moistening unknowingly.

It was great. He had been looking forward to this scene and thought he would never see it. It was Xia Yu who fulfilled his wish before he died.

(End of this chapter)