Milan is a paradise for aviators because here they can find the best aviation engines in the world. Therefore, Milan residents are blessed to see these aviators tinkering with their new toys and debuting them in front of the Milanese people from time to time.
Of course, the performance of the aircraft at this time was extremely poor, and the reliability was also poor. Putting a correction tool, wrench, and pliers in the cab were all basic operations, because the engine needed to be repaired in the air from time to time. So flying was also a very risky thing.
, we can see the casualties caused by plane crashes from time to time.
However, the charm of flying is still a longing for most people. Although there are safe airships available now, the adventurous gene can encourage those brave enthusiasts to personally control the stimulating senses of flying in the sky. This is
It looks like something a slow airship cannot give.
Of course, Milan has become a holy place for aviators, not only because of the Milan National Power Laboratory, but also because it is home to the world's largest aircraft manufacturing factory, the Siegel Aircraft Factory.
That's right, it's the aircraft manufacturing factory founded by Sir Siegel, the world's first man to fly an airplane into the sky.
Since it is the world's largest aircraft manufacturing factory, it has its own pride.
Siegel Aircraft Factory can now produce twelve aircraft per year for use by the Navy, Army and private buyers. At least one advantage of buying aircraft from Siegel Aircraft Factory is that these aircraft have been specially tested
, its reliability is much better than that of a self-built aircraft. However, repair tools such as knives, wrenches, and pliers must also be carried, and you will also be taught how to perform emergency repairs.
Of course, in this era, if you want to fly an airplane, you must be prepared for accidents. On the one hand, the controllability of the airplane is extremely poor, and on the other hand, the failure rate is very high.
In fact, it is much better now. Since the Milan Power Laboratory launched the radial engine last year, the aircraft failure rate has been reduced. And because of the excellent power of this radial engine, the aircraft can carry more fuel. This
It greatly increases the aircraft's time in the air and also increases its flight mileage in disguise.
You must know that before this, all pilots used heavy cast iron engines. This kind of engine was not low in weight, and its power transmission was weak. This also caused the aircraft performance to be unable to improve, whether in terms of speed or flight mileage.
This is all true. Previously, in 1908, the aviator Blériot caused a sensation by flying a self-made airplane across the English Channel. The airplane that caused the sensation only flew 35 kilometers.
Before the advent of the radial engine, the longest one-time flight record was only 48 kilometers.
Now that there is a radial engine, those pilots are constantly setting new records for the furthest flight. Just last month, the furthest flight mileage was achieved by Italian pilot Sousa Pereira, flying a self-designed aircraft, reaching 118 kilometers.
new record.
Of course, in the process of constantly challenging the longest flight distance, the practicality of aircraft is also constantly demonstrated. The Italian military has a high awareness of this, so it began to form its own flying team as early as 1905.
Of course, due to the poor failure rate, poor operability and poor performance of the aircraft at this time, it was more about letting military pilots become familiar with this machine.
After the advent of the radial engine, of course the military's flying team also needed to re-purchase it, after all, this is more practical.
So today, officers from the navy and army came specifically to see the Albatross aircraft produced by the Siegel Aircraft Factory.
In the sky, a graceful biplane was hovering, climbing, and descending, performing various maneuvers that were difficult in this era.
This is a test pilot from the military testing the performance of the Albatross.
At the ground test ground, a group of navy and army officers, accompanied by senior officials from the Siegel Aircraft Manufacturing Factory, watched the test flight.
"Everyone, the Albatross aircraft manufactured by our Siegel Aircraft Factory is currently the most outstanding aircraft. Its performance is not only excellent, but its reliability and operability are much higher than those of previous aircraft."
As the head of the Siegel Aircraft Factory, Siegel was promoting his own aircraft to the military officers next to him.
"Sir Siegel, we need to wait for Lieutenant Pryor's test flight to make a clear conclusion on the specific performance of the new aircraft. Please rest assured that if the aircraft produced by your factory are indeed excellent, then our Army will definitely purchase a batch of them."
"The same goes for our Navy."
Although officers from both the army and the navy have made promises, it is impossible to say that they are not worried.
You know, this time the army and navy plan to purchase a total of 48 new aircraft, which is a huge order. If someone else takes it away, Siegel will definitely be so angry that he vomits blood. And his own Siegel aircraft factory
, we can’t keep our No. 1 spot in the world, and the loss would be too great.
Speaking of this aircraft manufacturer, Siegel's hard work and most of his net worth are in this factory, so he is determined to win this military order. The Albatross aircraft developed is also completely designed to fit the military's long range.
, designed for long airborne time, easy operation, and strong reliability.
However, his ups and downs did not last long. After about half an hour, the test Albatross aircraft landed smoothly on the ground.
A test pilot wearing a fur hat, leather jacket and scarf jumped out of the plane.
"How about that, Lieutenant Pryor."
Faced with the inquiry, Lieutenant Prior took off his gloves, goggles and leather hat and said, "Lieutenant Colonel, according to my driving experience, this aircraft is far superior to our aircraft in terms of maneuverability, and its airborne time is also long.
, it has great controllability and is a very good aircraft.”
Lieutenant Pryor spoke highly of Albatross, which made Siegel breathe a sigh of relief. He knew that 80% of the time this order would fall on his company. Although he did not know whether the military would go to other companies.
Take a look at the aircraft manufacturer, but in terms of aircraft design and manufacturing technology, this is not his boast. If his Siegel Aircraft Factory claims to be second, absolutely no one dares to claim to be first. Not to mention that he has a trump card.
Didn't use it.
"Everyone, our Albatross aircraft is definitely a very good aircraft. In addition to this one-seat Albatross, we have also developed a two-seat Albatross. You can take a look at our two-seat Albatross. It definitely meets your requirements.
"
When Siegel said that a two-seater Albatross had also been developed, the eyes of the officers present lit up. Everyone present knew the difference between a single-seater and a two-seater. Everyone present knew how to fly.
The biggest role of the current aircraft is to provide reconnaissance. The advantage of the two-seater is that a dedicated person can be responsible for the reconnaissance to avoid the driver's distraction. After all, flying an airplane is not an easy job nowadays, and a slight mistake may cause the risk of a crash.
"Very happy, please let us have a look."
…
A week later, an order for forty-eight Albatross was handed over to the Siegel Aircraft Factory. Winning this largest aircraft order for the military allowed the Siegel Aircraft Factory to once again consolidate its position in the industry.
status.
Of course, Albatross can also be sold externally, whether to individuals or abroad, but an order as big as the Italian military's is definitely impossible now.
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