A strong navy needs strong national power to support it, and now, the British navy no longer has that strong economic source.
Before World War II, Britain relied on its powerful navy and had bases all over the world. By cutting the wool of various colonies, Britain became an empire that never sets. After the end of World War II, Britain was already dying. Independence, Britain lost the conditions for exploiting the colony, and since then it has started to decline.
Without a strong economic foundation, how to maintain a strong army? The navy burns money, especially the aircraft carrier formation. Therefore, the British high-level officials in Parliament clamored to eliminate all aircraft carriers in order to save money.
This Royal Ark aircraft carrier is still alive for the time being, but it is conceivable that its fate is also doomed, and it will be forcibly decommissioned in a few years.
The navy has not gone to sea for three months. This is also the reason why Lieutenant Clive can be sent to the United States to test the MiG-25. On the one hand, it is to master the performance of the aircraft in order to prepare for future confrontations with the Soviet Union. On the other hand, It's also because the aircraft carrier has been docked for several months, and anyway, it can't carry out the take-off and landing training of the carrier-based aircraft, so it's better to go out.
The British navy has been embarrassed to this point.
What should I do, complain to this American, and talk about how we are down and out of money? Admiral John couldn't pull that face off.
"As our friendly country, what we equip, the British navy can equip it, there is no problem with the export of Tomcat fighters." Nathan said.
Even the bs country has ordered a batch of Tomcat fighters. If the British Navy orders another batch, then Grumman will be able to make full profits, and the cost allocated to each fighter will be reduced. At the same time, there will also be funds for continuous support. The Tomcat fighter was improved until the appearance of the powerful stealth cat!
Therefore, Nathan can't wait to promote the export of Tomcats, and the UK is the next goal.
At the same time, on the other hand, the TF30 engine of the Tomcat fighter has always been in an awkward state. It is an unavailable emergency, but it has been forced to emergency for nearly ten years.
If the United Kingdom is equipped with this aircraft, then the United Kingdom must be replaced with a Spey engine, just like the Spey engine used by the current British ghosts.
In this way, the British have solved the problem, and they can use it. The development cost of replacing the engine is not even used, and the British will provide the necessary equipment.
Do multiple things in one fell swoop.
However, there is a direct problem here, that is, the British have no money!
Look at them now, the only aircraft carrier with a catapult is in a state of lying down, because there is no fuel for sailing! So, where do they have the money to order the expensive Tomcat fighters
"As for the cost, you can apply for our US loan." Nathan continued.
loan? When they heard this, everyone looked at Nathan with disbelief. What was this saying? Even Emily didn't believe it.
How could the United States lend to the United Kingdom casually? Moreover, the amount is still so huge? Besides, Nathan doesn't have this connection either. Jenny must have it, but Jenny has disappeared and I don't know if she will appear again. In short, it is impossible for Nathan to contact her casually.
As for the others, Emily really couldn't think of it.
"As long as you can open up your military industry and allow American capital to enter the British financial market, I believe that those capitalists in the United States will be moved by Britain's sincerity, so as to pave the way for loans for the British navy and equipment Tomcat."
The United Kingdom is an old capitalist country, but the United Kingdom has a large number of state-owned enterprises. Until now, these monopoly state-owned enterprises have generally suffered from operating difficulties and suffered serious losses.
Therefore, in history, Thatcher and Finance Minister Nigel Lawson set off the first wave of "privatization" after taking office. From oil exploration and steel to communications, energy and tap water supply, one after another important industries that dominate the "commanding heights" of the British economy have changed their names.
The biggest benefit of privatization is to raise funds. For example, in 1984, the British Ministry of Industry boldly realized the privatization of the assets of telecommunications companies through listing. The enthusiastic 2 million shareholders became shareholders of their own national telecommunications, which made the British government in just three years. During the year, 3.685 billion pounds was raised.
However, these have not brought benefits to American capitalists, who have not been allowed to enter the British financial market.
At present, the UK has not yet begun the privatization process. It is a good time. If US capital is allowed to enter and military industrial enterprises are opened at the same time, those capitalists will surely smell the money. It will be natural to lend the British government to buy Tomcat fighter jets. Up.
Nathan’s suggestion is very lethal. Hearing Nathan’s words, Old General John suddenly felt his eyes shine. This is indeed an idea!
"Especially, if your military industry can open up, then our U.S. capital can also flow in. Take our U.S. Navy as an example. The performance of the Sparrow missiles is very poor. We have long been expecting more advanced missiles. The test of your Sky Flash missile has been completed, and the US Navy can also order a batch."
Who knows, the Sparrow missile is used as an uncontrolled rocket over Vietnam, with an extremely low hit rate. The Raytheon company in charge, however, does not actively innovate. If the Navy can order a batch of sky flashes Missiles can also stimulate Raytheon and let them research and develop them quickly.
Nathan is still just a squadron captain and the rank of major, but Nathan's influence in the Navy cannot be underestimated. Many people are optimistic about his prospects and the future is unlimited.
At the same time, Nathan's speech is also very influential. Maybe he can really urge the US Navy to order a batch of sky flash missiles.
Nathan talked freely and came up with his own proposal, which is good for both parties. Anyway, the UK is about to start privatization. What is the difference between selling to citizens and selling to American capitalists
The United Kingdom has received funds, loans, and improved naval equipment. Isn't this the best of both worlds
Although the person in front of him is only an admiral, since he has become an admiral, it is not only in the military but also in the political world.
As for the benefits to our side, it is of course the Tomcat’s replacement and sky flash missiles. Although this missile uses a sparrow body, the seeker is the best. It adopts a single pulse guidance system, and the performance is finally stabilized. Up.
It can be said that the Sky Flash missile is the first medium-range missile that can be used. (End of this chapter)