allonlinenovel Chapter 851: Thrilling Close Combat
Chapter 851: Thrilling Close Combat
At this moment, the Chinese reconnaissance formation successfully completed the assigned mission. The pilots breathed a sigh of relief and immediately reported to the commander Li Hui of the ground command center through the encrypted channel: "Commander Li, we have completed the reconnaissance mission and found no abnormalities. Please return immediately." Li Hui's voice came through the radio waves: "Return approved, please pay attention to flight safety and remain highly vigilant."
However, just as the Chinese reconnaissance formation was about to turn around and fly towards the base, a shadow that did not belong to this sky suddenly flashed on the edge of the skyline. It was a Fuso Type 95 reconnaissance plane, approaching silently, and its radar system was flashing with light spots representing unknown flying objects. The Fuso pilot was instantly alert and quickly reported the situation through the internal communication system: "Headquarters, headquarters, this is the No. patrol formation, No. aircraft, we have found traces of suspected Chinese reconnaissance aircraft, coordinates XX.XX, altitude YY meters, speed ZZ knots, requesting instructions."
When Yoshiyasu Tsukagawa, commander of the Kamikaze Wing of the Fuso Air Force at the ground command center, heard this report, a cold light flashed in his eyes.
He quickly gave the order: "Immediately start the emergency interception procedure and have the patrol team go to the designated coordinates to intercept. At the same time, notify the Stormbird fighter formation to enter the first level combat readiness and prepare to take off. We must not let any enemy intelligence leak out!"
As the order was issued, the air defense network of the Fuso Air Force responded quickly. Several fighters of the patrol team rushed to the airspace where the Chinese reconnaissance formation was located like arrows from a bow. At the same time, the Stormbird fighter formation was also nervously conducting the final inspection before takeoff. The pilots put on their flight suits and helmets, and their eyes were filled with fighting spirit.
"Stormbird formation, this is the ground command center. Your mission is to confirm the identity of the target. If it is confirmed to be an enemy reconnaissance aircraft, strike it immediately to ensure the safety of our airspace." Tsukagawa Yoshiyasu's voice was clearly transmitted to the ears of every pilot through the communication equipment.
"Received, the Stormbird formation is ready and about to take off," the formation leader responded. Then, accompanied by the roar of the engines, one Stormbird fighter after another took off, cutting through the sky and heading straight for the target.
The pilots of the Chinese reconnaissance formation also sensed the danger behind them at almost the same time. They quickly adjusted their flight attitude and turned on the electronic warfare system to try to interfere with the radar signal of the pursuer. At the same time, they urgently asked for help from the ground command center: "Commander Li, we have been spotted by the enemy reconnaissance aircraft. The patrol team is approaching. Requesting support!"
Li Hui's heart tightened when he heard this, but he responded quickly: "Hold on, we are mobilizing the nearest fighter formation to reinforce you, you must use all means to delay time and wait for the arrival of friendly forces."
A thrilling aerial duel quietly kicked off under the blue sky. Pilots from both sides demonstrated superb flying skills and tactical qualities. The final outcome will depend on who can judge the situation more accurately and respond more quickly.
Li Qiang, the captain of the reconnaissance formation, quickly regained his composure after realizing the severity of the situation and issued instructions to all pilots through the encrypted channel: "Attention everyone, our current situation is unfavorable, and the enemy fighters are about to form a siege. Please remember that our reconnaissance aircraft are not superior in speed and firepower, and a head-on firefight is not a wise move. Now order all crews to immediately adopt a roundabout and interspersed tactic, use clouds and small air currents for concealment, keep a close distance from the enemy, try to avoid direct conflict, and delay time to wait for support."
"Mountain Eagle No. 1 understands and begins to implement roundabout tactics."
"Haiyan-2 received, looking for cloud cover."
The pilots responded one after another, each flying their reconnaissance aircraft, and began to flexibly shuttle between the clouds, using the cover of the terrain to minimize the chance of being locked by the enemy's radar. At the same time, they also turned on the electronic warfare system to try to interfere with the enemy's communication and navigation, and buy more space for their own escape.
At this time, the Fuso Stormbird fighter formation was approaching like a wolf or a tiger. Ten Diamond fighters served as the vanguard with their excellent speed and maneuverability, while ten Hayabusa fighters were responsible for providing long-range fire support in the rear.
The formation leader, Masayasu Yamamoto, sat in the command plane, staring at every blip on the radar screen. His voice spread throughout the formation through the radio waves: "Rhombus crew, maintain high speed and force the enemy to reveal your whereabouts; Falcon crew, prepare to lock on with long-range missiles. Once there is an opportunity, launch immediately!"
"Rhombus One is tracking the target, but the opponent is very agile and difficult to lock on."
"Falcon Team Three, received. We are adjusting missile parameters and preparing for long-range strikes."
The Fuso fighter formation demonstrated a high degree of coordinated combat capability, with each aircraft being precisely commanded by Yamamoto Masayasu like a chess piece on a chessboard. However, the Chinese reconnaissance formation did not sit still and wait for death. With their excellent flying skills and tactical wisdom, they constantly moved between enemy aircraft, looking for opportunities to escape.
"Captain, we are being watched closely, but it seems that the enemy is also confused and they can't lock on to us." A pilot reported.
Li Qiang was delighted, knowing that this was exactly the effect he wanted. He immediately replied: "Keep doing this. We need to force the enemy into a war of attrition while waiting for reinforcements to arrive. Remember, our goal is to return safely, not to fight the enemy to the death."
Over a rough sea, the Arado Ar 196 seaplane, with its unique float design, proved particularly difficult in the fierce battle between the enemy and our side.
Faced with the enemy's well-equipped Diamond and Hayabusa fighters, their speed, maneuverability and firepower were at a clear disadvantage, but the pilots of the reconnaissance formation relied on their extraordinary driving skills to make this seemingly one-sided battle thrilling.
"Arado One, be careful to evade. The enemy's Diamond fighter is approaching at high speed. Use your floats to make a sharp turn!" Li Qiang, captain of the reconnaissance formation, gave urgent commands through the encrypted channel.
Although the Arado Ar 196 is not fast, its float design gives it the flexibility to take off and land on the water, and at this moment it also becomes a powerful weapon to avoid pursuit by enemy aircraft.
The pilots gripped the joysticks tightly, and every turn was accompanied by a violent shaking of the fuselage. The bullets from the onboard machine guns intertwined in the air into a dense barrage, and every shot was an attempt to find the fleeting fighter plane.
However, the enemy's fighter planes were obviously not to be trifled with. Relying on their speed advantage, they constantly shuttled around the reconnaissance planes, looking for opportunities to deliver a fatal blow.
"Falcon 5th Squadron, lock on to the target and prepare to launch long-range missiles!" The voice of the enemy formation leader, Yamamoto Masayasu, came through the radio waves.
But the pilots of the reconnaissance formation did not panic. They knew very well that when they were inferior to others in speed and firepower, they could only rely on tactics and teamwork to have a chance of survival.
"Arado formation, adopt a dispersed tactic, use the cloud cover to disperse and break out!" Li Qiang issued another order. The reconnaissance planes responded quickly, changing their flight paths one after another, some soaring into the sky, while others flew close to the sea, trying to find a chance to escape in the chaos.