Rebirth of the Military Industrial Overlord

Since you want to start an airline, everyone here has already learned some of the most basic preparations through their own channels. Although they are not very comprehensive, they still know the general situation.

For example, the purchase of aircraft is such an important thing.

So, in the 1980s, how long did it take to wait between the purchase order issued by the airline and the formal delivery of the aircraft by the aircraft company?

The answer is at least three years.

This is not surprising at all. In the 1980s, the total number of airlines in the world exceeded 1,000, and at least more than 400 of them were operating jet airliners. How many companies could produce these aircraft? Both hands counted, and among these companies, there are very few companies that can truly supply more than 100 passenger planes. Therefore, passenger planes have actually become a scarce resource.

What's more, for a successful passenger plane, its production and testing can never be accomplished overnight?

Take Boeing as an example. In this year, in 1982, the Boeing 737-200 passenger planes that have been signed for delivery have been queued up to 1986, and the number of deliveries has exceeded the 1,000 mark.

As a matter of fact, as of 1988 when the Boeing 737-200 was discontinued, a total of 1,114 aircraft of this type had been produced and delivered. At this time, the 737-300 that replaced it had actually been produced for 4 years.

Cao Guangbiao frowned and asked, "Zhenhua, you can't just talk about it at this time. I know you are anxious, but building an airplane is not a simple matter. In fact, we all know that the purchase of new airplanes requires a long queue, so, We have discussed this in private on the way here. Our original plan was to obtain ready-made aircraft by leasing so that we can start business quickly, and at the same time place orders for new aircraft from passenger aircraft manufacturers, so that neither side will be delayed. Of course, from the perspective of the company, different time schedules have a great impact on our funding arrangements."

Tan Zhenhua shook his head and said, "Cao Lao, of course I am not making a confession, but your opinion is actually quite right. For Dragonair, of course, it is necessary to start from the maximum benefit and use the method of walking on two legs and lease the plane first. Start your business, and then consider the purchase of aircraft. However, for this 24-month time schedule, I am really sure about it. Of course, that has to be counted from the official landing of the project."

He dared to declare this, of course he has his certainty and reason.

Tan Zhenhua clearly remembered that in his previous life, in February 1985, China’s most tragic aircraft "Yun X" ended its last flight in the blue sky in its life, and on April 13 that year, only two A month later, the Modu Aircraft Manufacturing Plant signed a contract with “Mai-Dao” to produce the “MD-82”, and immediately carried out an amazing efficiency on the workshops and workshops originally belonging to the “Yun Ten” in compliance with the American “FAA”. "The reform of airworthiness certificate standards.

The renovation took only 4 months to complete. "MD-82" was riveted in August of that year, and in June 1987, that is, only 22 months later, it took off the production line and obtained the "FAA" "Airworthiness certificate. Two months later, the first "MD-82" aircraft assembled in China was delivered to the newly established "China North Airlines" with the airframe number B-2106.

There is no reason why Xifei Factory could not do what the Modu Factory can do. Really speaking, the strength and foundation of Xifei Factory are much stronger than Modu Factory.

Hearing this, Shao Yifu nodded slightly and asked: "So, Zhenhua, I also have a question. Have you ever calculated how much money will it cost if you invest in a full set of "BAC" production lines?"

Tan Zhenhua replied: "Grandpa, of course I have calculated this. According to the calculations of Ma Fengshan, who has conducted in-depth negotiations with the "British Aerospace Company", the total investment is about 130 million pounds, which is worth about 2 at the current exchange rate. $20 million."

This number burst out, and there was another tusk in the house. Everyone was amazed by Tan Zhenhua's decisive courage and adventurous spirit.

This was more than 2 billion U.S. dollars in 1982. I think the people in their room have been thinking and discussing for a long time for an airline that invested 100 million U.S. dollars, and they have attracted such a large number of people to participate in this matter.

Of course, in order to use the connections of these shareholders is definitely one of the reasons. However, there is another important reason that everyone did not say but they are all tacitly concerned, and that is-sharing investment risks.

After all, if there are more people involved, the absolute amount of investment that each investor needs to bear will be less, and the corresponding risk will be smaller, right?

This is actually just a tacit approach to dealing with large investment projects. It is an open secret. However, look at this young man Tan Zhenhua, he is not taking the usual path. He is ready to independently carry this investment of more than 200 million yuan. U.S. dollars, and no matter how you look at them, they are risky projects!

Shao Yifu hesitated for a moment and asked: "Zhenhua, I am not advising you, but if this happens, won't your "Red Flag Fund" be emptied?"

Everyone here does not know that the "Red Flag Fund" under Tan Zhenhua's name is simply a money printing machine that can upset the financial world in just a few months, and it has become a reality. The vane of the market.

Of course, with the exception of Huo Zhenting, the rest of you have also gained a lot of benefits.

However, once these more than 2 billion US dollars are withdrawn from the "Red Flag Fund", there is no doubt that the strength of the "Red Flag Fund" will immediately be greatly damaged, and its influence will be reversed by several steps.

After all, the "Red Flag Fund" is still too small. Together, there are now only four billion-dollar plates. Compared with other Xiangjiang veteran family-controlled plates, which are often more than a billion or even billions, It's just a small thing.

Tan Zhenhua smiled and said, "Grandpa, you don't have to worry too much about this. In fact, he is very particular about this investment, and he doesn't need to spend so much money at once."

"Oh? Come and listen."

"First of all, of the total investment of 130 million pounds, about 30-40 million pounds is estimated to be used to purchase production equipment for key components and investment in the upgrading and transformation of cooperative factories, and if it is only the assembly line , Plus the necessary drawings, authorizations, and other expenses, it is only about 60 million pounds. That is to say, the first phase of investment of 60 million pounds is basically enough, and the rest can be invested slowly ."

Cao Guangbiao asked: "This number is wrong. You just said that the total investment should reach 130 million pounds. According to your calculation just now, it is only about 100 million pounds. Where did the remaining 30 million go? "

Tan Zhenhua smiled and said: "This 30 million pounds is the estimated money for the purchase of two "BAC" and "One-Elevens" kits, that is, a complete set of spare parts for the two aircraft. Then, as long as I find a company willing to do When the airlines of the “project start-up customers” order these two aircraft, the money does not need to be included in the investment amount. The so-called “project start-up customers” mechanism is one of the most common among airlines and aircraft manufacturers in western developed countries. It is a common practice. For example, the "Airbus A-300" aircraft, which is now hot in Europe, was ordered by "Gaul Air" and "West Hans Lufthansa" as the project startup customer.

Cao Guangbiao immediately interrupted and said, "Good boy, you are waiting here. You are planning to use your identity as a shareholder of "Dragon Airlines" to forcefully sell your own aircraft!"

Tan Zhenhua smiled shyly: "Yes, Mr. Cao, I didn't intend to hide it from everyone, and for "Dragonair", this is certainly not a disadvantage."

"Oh? How can you not suffer?"

"Because, as a project startup customer, I have prepared an ultra-luxury three major gift package to give away!"