Chapter 560 Successful Anti-Submarine Warfare
A black submarine slowly emerged from the water, and then less than two nautical miles away from the nearest helicopter, the bow of the boat rushed out of the sea first. Then it hit the water hard, causing a burst of white waves.
This is the power-floating posture of a submarine in an emergency, similar to the climbing process of a fighter jet. Compared to relying solely on buoyancy, this process is much faster.
The three Frenchmen on AS565 stared dumbly at what was happening in front of them.
The pilot was so shaken that he almost sent the crew and the plane away:
"Is this a Chinese submarine?"
The conscience of heaven and earth, he is just a helicopter pilot.
Not even dedicated to flying anti-submarine helicopters.
In addition, the French Navy has rarely been to Asian waters since it was driven away by the equally powerful Vietnamese. It is normal to not recognize these submarines that seem to be similar at first glance.
Actually, a few minutes ago, he had realized that something was abnormal.
Although Cao Lei does not have a warhead, it may still cause some malfunctions if it directly hits the submarine.
And in the exercise plan, submarine attack and submarine search are also separated.
As a result, as soon as they reported their position, they saw that a torpedo was dropped...
No matter how close the exercise is to actual combat, it should not be possible. As for whether it really comes to this?
Now this submarine suddenly emerged, deepening this ominous premonition.
No, ten or even nine points is wrong.
The anti-submarine sonar operator sitting behind him was completely confused.
Compared to the two pilots, he is the one who is really responsible for anti-submarine warfare.
So, after the splash of water disappeared, I almost immediately recognized the ownership of this submarine:
"filsdepute... This is a Harushio-class!"
The sonar operator also found it unbelievable, so he opened the door on the side of the helicopter and stuck half of his head out to take a closer look.
Then confirm that it is really Spring Tide level.
The outrageous plot development made the two pilots in front of them confused for a moment:
"Can the Chinese invite Japanese as imaginary enemies in the exercise?"
< br>This imaginary enemy is a bit too real.
"What an imaginary enemy? It's real!"
"This submarine was here to monitor our exercises, but it was accidentally discovered by the helicopter responsible for searching for submarines!"
"We Together with the Chinese Navy, we exploded a Maritime Self-Defense Force submarine!"
The operator returned to the cabin and roared to explain to the two companions in front who were still confused.
He was numb all over, and quickly grabbed the radio next to him and put it on his head, preparing to report the incident to the Jean Bart, which was more than ten nautical miles away.
At the same time, the atmosphere in the other two Chinese helicopters was naturally joyful.
In a state of fighting without defeat, there are various types of games between submarines and anti-submarine.
But generally speaking, being able to discover in advance and force the submarine to surface actively basically means complete victory.
This time when faced with the most advanced Harushio-class submarine from Hainan, although the speed of effective response was slightly slower, the response after discovering the target was still quite effective.
Absolutely a big blush.
"Quick, does any of you have a camera?"
The pilot of aircraft 9686 asked on the radio.
Because he saw several crew members appearing in the hull of the submarine, holding a maritime flag in their hands, as if they were preparing to hang it to identify themselves.
Judging from their dejected expressions, it was obvious that they were frightened by the round of gongs and drums just now.
In peacetime, if this scene is filmed, it can be used as a record after returning home.
The few ship-based helicopters that the North Sea Fleet Aviation Force has are actually used more often for verification, search and rescue, and aerial photography than for anti-submarine warfare, so they often carry an ordinary film camera in the cabin.
Unit No. 9696, which was flying around the submarine on the other side, quickly responded in the affirmative.
“The photo has been taken!”
“Today is really a memorable day...”
The pilot looked through the side window at the ship on the water that had already Raising the military flag, the slightly embarrassed submarine sighed.
Soon, the outcome of the incident was conveyed to the two warships that were approaching quickly.
“The pilot reported that he had forced the submarine out of the water. It was judged that it should be the Harushio class of the Maritime Self-Defense Force. However, because there were no marks on the boat, there was no way to figure out which one it was. .”
The radio liaison officer turned around and reported the news to everyone in CIC.
Everyone was naturally refreshed.
“Okay!”
Captain Luo Zhangming made a fist with his right hand, smashed it into the palm of his left hand, and made a "pop" sound:
"Just catch it!"
The contest between the surface and the underwater is generally in favor of both sides. Things that are kept secret. In fact, China has not even solved the most basic fleet air defense this year, and anti-submarine treatment is almost completely abandoned.
Except for the two 052s, there is basically no third warship that can pose a threat to modern submarines.
In fact, to expand the scope, these two 052s are the only two warships of the Chinese Navy that can barely be called "modern".
As a comparison, just last month, the Maritime Self-Defense Force just commissioned the fourth Kongou-class destroyer Chokai equipped with the Aegis system, which is directly ahead of the Chinese Navy in terms of equipment level. Difference.
For the Chinese naval officers of this era, not to mention the other side of the ocean, even Haizi can be regarded as a first-rate powerful enemy.
However, no matter what the overall strength is, at least today, a win is a win.
If you don’t like it, practice more. If you can’t afford it, don’t play it.
However, the surprises are not over yet.
After a while, the radio operator continued to report:
"In addition, No. 9696 also reported that they had taken photos for evidence and left image data."
This time, Even Yang Shuyu, who had been sitting firmly next to the chart table, clenched his fists excitedly and said to Luo Zhangming next to him:
"When I go back, I will personally ask for credit from you!"
You must know that in similar confrontations in the East China Sea in recent years, limited by the gap in equipment levels, there were not many opportunities to take advantage.
Let alone a complete victory like today.
"The French asked us, what happened to that submarine?"
Just then, the liaison officer turned back from not far away and asked the people who were celebrating here. .
Everyone’s eyes were focused on Yang Shuyu.
Now that the anti-submarine operation has been successfully concluded, the command has naturally returned to him.
The truth, of course, cannot be told.
But you can’t just talk nonsense.
After thinking for a while, the latter raised his head:
"Tell them that we don't know yet and need to go back and investigate slowly. We have always regarded this submarine as a The imaginary enemy of this exercise is ”
...
When Lieutenant General Vojour on the Jean Bart received this answer, he almost laughed.
According to the report from the helicopter just now, after finding the target, the Chinese Navy's anti-submarine helicopter dropped a torpedo almost without hesitation.
Even if it is not loaded with explosives, it is definitely not the attitude towards facing an "imaginary enemy".
So, perhaps at the beginning, the Chinese Navy did not know the situation clearly.
But then they must have known better.
But this kind of thing cannot be revealed after seeing through it.
While in submersible mode, I ran to the area where others were exercising to conduct reconnaissance. If I was discovered, I would have to consider myself unlucky.
It’s embarrassing to ignore it. It’s too late to cover it up, so it’s impossible to spread it around.
With this reply from the Chinese, at least he won't have to take the blame after he returns, and he can even let his superiors cause trouble for the Japanese.
You must know that this is a joint military exercise.
Being approached by a submarine for reconnaissance within 20 nautical miles is not only a provocation to the Chinese Navy, but also to the French Navy.
"It's okay, it's not like our French navy has never fought against the Japanese."
Someone next to him whispered.
"Huh? There is such a thing? When?"
Obviously not everyone is very familiar with the history of their own military.
“In 1944, the battleship Richelieu bombarded Sumatra. Unfortunately, the Jean Bart had not been completed at that time, so she did not catch up...”
“Speaking of which , Our No. 1 ship is not called the Richelieu."
"..."
The conversation in a low voice, but one that could be heard by everyone, made the entire CIC angry. The atmosphere became much more relaxed.
After all, the French in this era are thinking about being on an equal footing with the United States, so naturally they cannot regard Japan as a true ally.
Anyway, he didn’t suffer any loss in this matter. If he polishes the report a little when he returns, it might become a capital for his future promotion.
Thinking of this, Lieutenant General Wojru's mood improved a lot.
"Okay, just write the memo as they say..."
(End of this chapter)