Great Power Fighting Falcon

"It's a street boy, I'm losing momentum."

When Nie Jianfeng and Chen Fei rushed into the control room of the tower, they happened to hear Li Zhan's words from the loudspeaker.

"Check the power system again, I'm on top of the tower, my engine is on fire."

Li Zhan used Mandarin to speak unique Cantonese vocabulary, which was very interesting, but no one found it interesting. But everyone felt Li Zhan's calmness, just like the last time he landed when he ran out of fuel, had strong crosswinds, and encountered turbulence.

Yu Chenglin was right. No. 037 was struck by lightning, causing an engine fire. At first, it was only a few spots, with no actual impact. As the fire expanded, the impact was directly reflected on the relevant instruments in the cockpit.

"Return! Dongsanguai, return!" Fang Chenghe did not panic and decisively ordered Li Zhan to return to the main site. Even at this time, he had already made a decision in his heart. He would rather lose the plane than let Li Zhan risk an emergency landing.

Li Zhan replied, "Received Dong Sanguai, return to the field."

"Report the situation." Fang Chenghe continued to ask.

Li Zhan frowned, looking at the engine speed that was dropping at a constant speed, and said, "The speed dropped linearly. Everything else is fine. It may be that the fuel supply is burned out, but it has not completely failed."

This is a good sign. The most fearful thing is to suddenly lose all power, in which case you will have no choice but to parachute. But he can't serve as a paratrooper twice in the army within half a year.

Planes are equipped with lightning protection devices. The pilot of the plane is embarrassed to say that he is an experienced pilot who has not been struck by lightning several times. Many lightning strikes are trivial. Especially the flying troops that operate in thunderstorm areas all year round have rich experience in dealing with such situations.

The West County area is a famous thunderstorm area.

Li Zhan judged that the cause of the engine fire was probably related to the wiring. After the previous thunder, the fighter plane did tremble, but there was no abnormal behavior. Perhaps it was this lightning strike that caused the line to catch fire, and the fire gradually increased in intensity.

At this moment, the tower commander must unconditionally trust the pilot's judgment, because the tower can't see anything.

"Report the speed and altitude." Fang Chenghe asked.

Zhang Xueyang also came over, standing behind with Nie Jianfeng and Chen Fei. The adrenaline of all the personnel on duty at the tower was soaring, and no one paid attention to their presence. The propaganda officer even used a tripod to set up a SLR camera, ready to take pictures of the fighter jets' emergency landing.

"The altitude is one thousand five hundred and the speed is seven hundred. They are all falling." Li Zhan reported, but instead asked for instructions, "I'm going to push the accelerator."

Fang Chenghe and Yu Chenglin understood Li Zhan's thoughts almost at the same time. Lin Haodong frowned and understood after thinking about it, and couldn't help but give Li Zhan a thumbs up. Since he has the nickname "Yi Ge", he must be capable.

"I agree, pay attention to your motivation." Fang Chenghe reminded briefly.

At this time, the time of expression should be shortened as much as possible. Using keywords to remind the pilot can help the pilot concentrate.

Why push the accelerator?

Under the current situation, the plane will never go back, but if the engine can still work, pushing the throttle to try to increase the speed is undoubtedly the best choice. The reason why Li Zhan didn't do this immediately was because the engine was on fire and he had to get permission from the tower. Otherwise, an accident that could have saved the fighter plane may turn into an accident that crashed the plane. He would not be able to escape an improper operation.

How to handle any kind of dangerous situation? For the J-7 series aircraft that have been used for thirty or forty years, they have the most complete disposal plan among all aircraft models. Li Zhan must follow the plan process.

It looks scary when the engine catches fire. In fact, if it doesn't fail immediately, it will be no problem to fly back to the home field when the distance is only more than 200 kilometers.

Therefore, after understanding the situation, Fang Chenghe was most worried about the weather conditions at the venue - the thunder and lightning rain was not weakening at all.

After pushing the throttle lever all the way, Li Zhan clearly saw that the engine speed stopped falling, and then slowly increased. He breathed a sigh of relief and reported to the tower, "Tower, my speed has increased."

"We should continue to prepare for landing in western Guangxi. This field still does not meet the conditions for landing." Lin Haodong made a suggestion.

Since the power can be maintained, flying to Guxi, more than 500 kilometers away, is the best choice. Even if you return to this field, you still won't be able to land.

Yu Chenglin immediately raised objections, "There is an engine fire. Can you guarantee that we will be able to make it to Guixi? I ​​suggest a forced landing here."

He didn't say the second part of the sentence, "If that doesn't work, abandon the plane and parachute." The chief of staff was here, so it was not his turn to make the idea.

Fang Chenghe turned to look at the weatherman. The major weatherman shook his head, "There is no window and it does not meet the landing conditions."

The meteorological department gave a negative answer. In other words, if the commander ordered the pilot to make an emergency landing, the meteorological department was not responsible. If the meteorological department gives advice on the direction of takeoff and landing but the commander does not adopt it, all responsibility lies with the commander.

"I support the alternative landing plan in western Guangxi." Zhang Xueyang, who was standing behind with his arms folded, walked up without any hint of stage fright. He said to the other party, "Chief of Staff, Dongsanguai is 200 kilometers away from this site and 200 kilometers away from western Guangxi. The airport is 300 kilometers away, and the flight time is not much different. It is safest to make an alternate landing in western Guangxi."

Nie Jianfeng and Chen Fei didn't have the guts to make suggestions, so they could only act anxiously. Although they are both squadron commanders, he is the squadron leader who flies the SU-27 and is the youngest ace pilot in the Second Division. Counting the flying hours before joining the army, many squadron commanders cannot catch up with him.

However, Fang Chenghe did not make an immediate choice, but asked Li Zhan, "Dong Sanguai, we do not have the conditions for landing in this field. Do you want to consider continuing to make an alternative landing in western Guangxi?"

Everyone was waiting with bated breath for Li Zhan's answer.

The person who knows his situation best is Li Zhan.

Amidst the electromagnetic interference sound, Li Zhan actually said with a smile, "I am basically certain that I will not be able to fly to Guixi. The speed has dropped uncontrollably. I request an emergency landing."

Zhang Xueyang curled his lips slightly. Since there were no landing conditions in this field, the only option was to make an alternative landing in Guixi. In the final analysis, he, like everyone else, simply did not believe that Li Zhan could land unscathed.

He believed that few people in the Second Division could do it.

"Agreed, get ready for parachuting." Fang Chenghe made up his mind.

Everyone was in awe when they looked at the Chief of Staff.

Li Zhan said, "Understood, I will park the plane on the ground, please don't worry, chief."

"Don't be reckless, follow my instructions." Fang Chenghe did not doubt Li Zhan's determination at all.

"Understood." Li Zhan said.

Fighter No. 037 is very close, but nothing can be seen. It was dark outside, with dark clouds overhead, lightning, thunder and heavy rain.

The major weatherman continued to report, "The wind direction is 277, the wind speed is eight meters per second, and the gust is twelve meters per second."

Nie Jianfeng and Chen Fei looked at each other and whispered, "The tank can't be lowered either."

"The gust is more troublesome. Once it stalls, there is a high probability of entering a tail spin." Chen Fei said in a low voice, his face solemn.

Time was measured in seconds, and everyone's nerves entered an extremely sensitive state. There was nothing else in the huge command room except the voices of Fang Chenghe and Li Zhan communicating.

"Tower, I will clear the area once." Li Zhan reported.

"Okay, the height is 200, pay attention to the speed." Fang Chenghe agreed, but limited the height for Li Zhan.

There are two purposes for flying through the field at this time. The first is to observe the wind speed and direction to personally feel whether it can fall under the current environmental conditions. The second is to allow the tower to observe the condition of the fuselage at close range. He has no way to completely observe the engine fire. of all circumstances.

A few seconds later, everyone saw the No. 037 fighter plane dragging flames through the clouds in the west and entering the field, and its altitude continued to drop. Fang Chenghe, Yu Chenglin and Lin Haodong all held up their binoculars and watched carefully the fighter jets flying over the main runway in front of the tower at a height of about 200 meters.

At this sight, cold sweat broke out all over their bodies.

Fighter No. 037 flew by unsteadily, but the most frightening thing was not the flying attitude, but the severity of the fire that exceeded everyone's expectations!

Even without binoculars, Nie Jianfeng and Chen Fei could clearly see that the entire engine compartment of Li Zhan's plane was burning, and the long flames were extremely eye-catching in the dark sky. Zhang Xueyang's eyes widened in surprise. If he followed his suggestion and planned to land in western Guangxi, Li Zhan might not be able to fly anywhere!

Sometimes it’s just a minute or two!

When he grabbed the microphone, Fang Chenghe realized that his hands were shaking. He decisively ordered Li Zhan, "Can Dongsanguai be lowered? Your entire engine room is burning!"

I can't care about anything else. If I can't land, I have to parachute.

At this time, Li Zhan pulled out of the turn and left the take-off and landing route, intending to re-enter.

The wind direction was favorable, but Li Zhan had just clearly felt the power of the downdraft and strong crosswind. However, he had no choice. The entire engine bay is burning and may turn into bricks in the next second.

"The speed is still falling and the power has declined significantly. There may be only one chance. The downdraft is very strong and the crosswind is very strong. I am not sure, but I will try my best." Li Zhan answered matter-of-factly.

Fang Chenghe gritted his teeth and ordered, "Execute the parachuting plan and abandon the plane!"

"Chief of Staff, let me try once. If it doesn't work, I will parachute." Li Zhan said, adding, "The plane is not out of control, there is a chance. Besides, I don't want to be a paratrooper twice."

It was obviously very humorous, but no one was smiling at all.

“I went right in.”

All the second and third turns were omitted, and Li Zhan entered directly. The dark sky affected the sight distance. He opened his eyes wide and carefully identified the surface and ground buildings, and found the main runway.

Fang Chenghe said solemnly, "Be prepared for rescue!"

"yes!"

Yu Chenglin immediately launched a plan.

Nie Jianfeng and Chen Fei looked at each other, then turned around and ran away. They didn't wear their raincoats anymore. After getting off the tower, they plunged into the heavy rain and ran toward the firefighting train. They jumped on the car and followed the officers and soldiers of the emergency rescue team to the ready position. , looking up at the No. 037 fighter plane swaying down in the heavy rain.

The leading edge movable flaps are raised upward, and the main flaps are also raised to the maximum angle to achieve the purpose of descending altitude. Li Zhan has made full use of the performance of this fighter plane. Maybe it depends on God whether he can continue to eat this bowl of rice?

No, a pilot is born to fight against God, and he will never compromise!

Compared with the crosswind encountered last time, this time it was a real test of life and death.

Fighter No. 037 was like a small boat in the turbulent ocean. Countless lightnings flashed overhead, and the torrential rain fell down. It was nothing more than a lone dead soldier in the storm. Compared with Zhang Xueyang's heroic demeanor before when he drove the SU-27 like a samurai returning from the setting sun, Li Zhan at this moment may only be described as a homeless dog facing a life and death test.

Embarrassed cannot adequately describe his state.

But everyone saw the tall Li Zhan, who was getting taller and taller, with his head held high in the face of death. Isn't it just like the nose of a fighter plane raised high at this moment, as if he was yelling at God to shout out him? Declaration - I have no control over my destiny!

Li Zhan stumbled to the ground, his vertical tail was burning, and there was a problem with his brakes. He lost control and rushed straight to the end of the runway. Fire trucks, ambulances, and engineering vehicles rushed over with their lights flashing and sirens blaring. They were all in place before Li Zhan even opened the canopy, and the rescue was immediately launched.

Before the boarding stairs even went up, Li Zhan jumped out of the cockpit, took off his helmet and threw it to the doctor who rushed over, pushing aside the nurse who was trying to pull him away. He walked to the tail of the plane in the heavy rain and stood there looking at himself. Less than half of the landline was burning.

Nie Jianfeng and Chen Fei rushed over and laughed when they looked at Li Zhan, who was completely beard and tail.

From then on, "the first brother" was really the first brother.