Rebirth of the Flying Era

On the third day after Dufy arrived in America, the Hexagon submitted a war surplus material disposal plan to the White House.

It clearly stated that strategic materials in Luzon and Guam should be disposed of as soon as possible in order to reduce unnecessary storage and labor costs.

For this plan, Du Fei spent a total of seven million US dollars through Edward at the Hexagon Building.

Of course, the premise is to obtain Nico's tacit approval and some hints, such as letting his son-in-law serve as Du Fei's matchmaker, which is an attitude.

The Hexagonal Building is full of smart people. If this kind of thing goes according to the wishes of the superiors and can be beneficial, it would be a fool to stop it.

After the plan was proposed, it quickly received approval from the White House.

After getting this result, Du Fei immediately flew to Guam without stopping.

The so-called county officials are not as good as the current ones. Whether they can get these supplies is the key here.

Fortunately, with the above-mentioned rules, as long as you put enough money in, there is a high probability that there will be no problem.

Sure enough, after arriving in Guam, Du Fei quickly obtained the right to dispose of war materials with boxes of US dollars opening the way.

Next, we just need to send ships and transport planes over to transport all the materials America had prepared for the Vietnam War back to Kuching.

According to preliminary statistics, the total value of the supplies stored in the Guam base alone is more than 300 million U.S. dollars, excluding those in Luzon.

I have to say, America is really wealthy.

By this time, Du Fei had spent only thirteen million U.S. dollars on these supplies.

If including those stored in Luzon, the total value of these strategic materials will exceed US$500 million.

However, it's not all plain sailing.

Du Fei stopped briefly in Guam and then went to the America base in Luzon.

Du Fei understood the power of "policies from above and countermeasures from below", and he never thought that Wanshengtun could sit back and relax after issuing orders.

And for a long time in the future, Du Fei will have to deal with the American Army in Guam and Luzon. This is an opportunity to establish a good relationship.

Du Fei arrived in Guam and Luzon and was very generous with his money. Millions of dollars were spent every minute.

But some people are just ignorant wolves.

On the Luzon side, the front foot said well, but unexpectedly, Du Fei turned against him as soon as he left. Not only did he seize the supplies originally given to Du Fei, but he also seized the two Y-8 aircraft that used to transport the supplies.

When Du Fei heard the news as soon as his plane landed at Kuching Airport, he frowned immediately.

After coming out of the airport, we took the bus directly to find Chen Fangshi. This matter must be dealt with as soon as possible.

Sitting in the car, Du Fei covered his face gloomily, thinking that he had a pleasant conversation with those American officers in Luzon. Why did he change his mind as soon as he turned around?

When he saw Chen Fangshi and explained the situation, Chen Fangshi was also confused and suggested: "Why don't you contact America and ask what the situation is?"

Du Fei narrowed his eyes slightly and said in a deep voice: "Don't worry, we can't just point the finger at those Americans. They are unreliable. Besides, in Nanyang, we have to solve some problems ourselves."

Du Fei made up his mind, called Eagle, and ordered: "I'll give you three days to find out this matter and report it to me."

"Yes!" Eagle stood at attention and saluted, turned around and went out.

Du Fei said to Chen Fangshi again: "Old Chen, put aside the problems in Luzon for now. Now you should do your best to transport the things from Guam back to avoid long nights and dreams."

Chen Fangshi nodded. Since there was a problem in Luzon and Guam was not protected, it was better to keep the things in his own hands.

Moreover, Guam accounts for the majority of these supplies.

Immediately, the entire Kuching, including Xiangjiang, was mobilized.

More than a dozen 8-ton cargo ships, plus dozens of Y- transport planes, were operating non-stop.

It is nearly 8 kilometers from Guam to Kuching, and the Y- only makes one trip a day while ensuring safety.

The speed of the freighter is even slower. If you want to transport all the supplies stored there, even if you hurry up, you won't be able to finish it in two or three months.

Unexpectedly, I am afraid of what will happen.

Just two days later, before Eagle found anything, a telegram came from Guam.

Du Fei couldn't help but frown when he received the telegram. The signature on it was Colonel Mike, who had contacted him last time in Guam.

Colonel Mike is the logistics director of Andison Air Force Base on the island. He has great power and a rich background.

Du Fei spent half a million dollars on him alone.

It's only been a few days and something happened?

The telegram didn't say anything specific. It just hoped that Du Fei could take the time to go there again, and related matters needed to be discussed in person.

It's not that this man is arrogant and must let Du Fei go, but as a soldier, he cannot leave his post without permission. If he needs to meet, Du Fei can only go there.

Du Fei thought about the possible situation and had to go.

The strategic supplies in Guam and Luzon are an important part of his entire plan and cannot be given up until absolutely necessary.

Moreover, the vagueness of the telegram sent by Colonel Mack does not necessarily seem to be a bad thing, as it seems to involve the Navy.

America has two bases in Guam, one is Anderson Base belonging to the Air Force, and the other is Apra Military Port belonging to the Navy.

The last time Du Fei went there was mainly to negotiate with the Andison base. This batch of supplies was mainly stored at the Andison, with only a small amount at the Apra Port.

In a sense, Colonel Mike is a representative jointly launched by both parties.

With some doubts, Du Fei set off again.

After a six-hour flight, the Du Fei K-8 special plane landed on the runway of Andison Base.

Colonel Mike did not show off and came to greet him personally.

When he saw Du Fei getting off the plane, he immediately went up to him and shook hands warmly: "Du, I'm very sorry, my friend."

Colonel Mike is about forty years old. He has blond hair and is a little fat. He looks more like a businessman.

Du Fei chuckled and said, "It doesn't matter. You also said that we are friends."

The two of them got into the car parked next to them as they spoke.

The car didn't turn off, and the air conditioner was on, so it was quite cool.

Colonel Mike sat in the driver's seat, turned on the car and said, "Du, there are some things that cannot be explained clearly in the telegram this time. You know that it is not safe."

Du Fei expressed his understanding. After all, this is Guam, and there are many eyes staring at it.

He was even more curious and asked: "Mike, what's going on? Could it be that our cooperation..."

Colonel Mike immediately waved his hand: "Don't worry, there is no problem with our cooperation. It's just the Navy that wants your help with something."

"Navy?" Du Fei raised his eyebrows.

Colonel Mike said: "I think~ this is not a bad thing for you." After saying that, he winked in a pretense of humor.

Then Du Fei's eyes lit up when he heard the other party introducing the general situation in the car.

It turns out that Du Fei was called all the way this time because the Navy had some financial problems and wanted Du Fei to help.

The nature of the problem is similar to the previous situation when Bu Shi purchased a gunship from Du Fei.

After the Vietnam War for many years, everyone was used to stretching their hands, but it suddenly stopped and they were not used to it.

Some are quick to respond and wipe their butts clean early, while some are stubborn and refuse to give up their interests.

As a rear support base for the Vietnam War, Guam certainly had opportunities to take action.

Not only the Navy, but also Colonel Mack, Andison Air Force Base is not clean either. Even this time, the reason for cooperating with Du Fei and sending the stored strategic materials to Kuching also implies that he took the opportunity to settle the account.

Du Fei was very cooperative, saying hello to everyone and hello to me.

But in comparison, the Navy's response was slow.

After everything was settled at Anderson Base, I finally realized that I wanted to find Du Fei.

Du Fei knew that Mike must have benefited from being so helpful.

But that's not important. What's important is what benefits Apra Military Port can bring.

Du Fei would not do anything that was not beneficial.

Guam is not very big, so the two of them drove quickly to the small town next to Apra Port.

This town was established as a vassal port to serve the soldiers on the base.

The car was parked outside a decent-looking restaurant.

Duffy and Mike got out of the car.

Two people were immediately greeted at the door of the hotel.

One was probably in his fifties, wearing a military uniform with half sleeves, and his arms were covered with hair.

The other was much younger, in his early twenties, with a side-parted hair, but a bit arrogant, looking up at people through his nostrils.

Colonel Mike introduced: "Du, this is Colonel Rowena, my good friend and the deputy commander of Apra base."

Du Fei stretched out his hand and said with a smile: "Fortunately, Mike's friends are my friends."

Colonel Rowena shook hands and said, "Mr. Du, I have admired you for a long time. Bu Shi and I are in the same flying squadron."

Du Fei suddenly said: "Then he is no longer an outsider!"

But that's all. If Colonel Rowena was really related to Bu Shi, Colonel Mike would not be allowed to come forward.

With the relationship between Du Fei and Bu Shi, many things can be easily solved with just one phone call from Bu Shi.

Why pay the price to let Colonel Mike pull the strings.

Colonel Mike had no reaction and continued to introduce: "This is Justin, his father is from the Seventh Fleet..."

Du Fei's heart moved. Although he didn't mention the specific position, Colonel Mike specifically mentioned it, indicating that Justin's father's status was not low.

Appearing here must be a stakeholder.

Du Fei smiled and shook his hand.

At first glance, Justin comes across as a bit arrogant, but he is reliable in what he says and does, otherwise he would not be here to represent his father.

After a brief exchange of greetings, the four of them entered the store and went directly to a room on the second floor. The window faced the sea next to the harbor. The sea and sky were the same color, the wind was warm, and the scenery was quite good.

"Du, here is the best steak in the world." Colonel Rowena introduced in an exaggerated tone, which was America's habitual way of speaking.

Du Fei has long been used to it. After all, this country has little historical deposits.

After the steak was served and a bottle of red wine was opened, Colonel Rowena started the topic: "Mr. Du, I invite you here this time because I hope you can help..."

Du Fei just got the general idea from Colonel Mike's mouth, but now he looked embarrassed after hearing it.

Shen Sheng said: "This... can help my friends solve some troubles. I am personally very happy, but... the premise is that it cannot harm my interests."

America never minds talking about interests. This is a country of merchants.

Rowena immediately said: "Of course, in order to reach a deal, both parties must benefit, otherwise the deal will fail."

Then he took out a stack of photos from the leather bag at hand, put it on the table and pushed it in front of Du Fei.

Du Fei glanced at it and saw that the photo was in color and very clear.

At the top is a picture of a gray warship parked on the dock. In front are two triple main guns. The bridge is very tall. Compared with the cars on the shore, this should be a heavy cruiser or a battlecruiser.

Du Fei reached out and picked up the photos and looked through them one by one.

In addition to the ship in the first photo, there is another one behind. These dozen photos are all of these two warships.

Rowena waited for Du Fei to finish reading, then squinted and said with a smile: "How is it? Are you satisfied, Mr. Du? Although these two cruisers were built during World War II, they were both launched into service after 1949 and are of different ages. To thirty years.”

As he spoke, he pointed at the top photo: "This Newport is the third Des Moines-class heavy cruiser and the last one built. It has a standard displacement of 17000 tons and a full load displacement of 21500 tons. It was 49 years old. Officially in service, he has been retired this year. He participated in the South Vietnam War in 1972, and an explosion occurred in the No. turret..."

Du Fei is not familiar with this type of cruiser, but judging from the year, the quality should not be bad.

The 1940s and 1950s were the peak of America's industrial manufacturing. Most of the warships built at this time were conscientious products.

As for the explosion of the cannon's chamber, this is nothing. Especially in wartime, the barrel lacks maintenance and serious wear and tear can easily cause accidents.

Rowena continued: "Although the No. 2 turret is damaged, there are no problems with other parts of the entire ship. It has been maintained and maintained as an active ship."

Du Fei curled his lips slightly and just listened to these words.

Anyone with a discerning eye would know that an old ship that had a blown barrel and had not been repaired in time would definitely be decommissioned. Not to mention being properly maintained, it would be considered good if the parts could not be dismantled.

Even so, Du Fei was a little tempted.

The Newport is larger than the Kuching, which has a full load displacement of less than 15,000 tons.

Even if the No. 2 turret is useless and it happens to be dismantled directly, and converted into a guided missile ship according to Kuching's routine, it can still work for another twenty years.

Moreover, the condition of this ship is much better than that of the Kuching, which even had its boiler exploded.

The Yingguo people decided that it would be difficult to repair, so they just didn't want it.

The Newport had basically no major damage except for the blown turret.

However, Du Fei remained calm and asked about another ship.

Rowena said: "This is the Worcester-class light cruiser Roano, with a standard displacement of 14000 tons and a full load displacement of 17500 tons..."

Du Fei listened, blinked his eyes quickly, and almost blurted out the words 'fuck me'.

Why do you call a ship of more than 17,000 tons a light cruiser?

However, when Rowena said that this ship was equipped with six twin 152mm naval guns, he suddenly realized it.

152mm main gun, it is indeed a light cruiser.

There is no way, this is the magnificence of Peak America. Only they can install such a small cannon on such a big ship.

Then Rowena came to the key point: "Mr. Du, you can register a scrap material recycling company in America. We will give you these two ships at the price of scrap iron. As for what you do with them after that, that is your business." We have nothing to do with it.”

Du Fei secretly took a breath of air.

Although he already knew it, hearing it from Rowena's mouth still made him a little excited.

Today, 80% of Kuching's deterrent power at sea lies on the Kuching.

Although the modified Kuching has powerful firepower, it is a single weapon. If something goes wrong, the consequences will be unbearable.

I can really buy these two big ships and install them with anti-ship missiles.

Three missile cruisers with a displacement of more than 10,000 tons, these are the offspring of a heifer - so awesome!