Chapter 969 -726: Airplane Expo (1/3 Update)
Compared to the headaches plaguing the British, Arthur was having a much easier time.
The World Airplane Expo was almost ready, and most of the countries had been invited.
In fact, the purpose of the World Airplane Expo was not just to showcase airplanes; it was more importantly to push Australasia’s mechanical industry onto the global stage.
The expo featured not only airplane exhibits but also showcased airplane engines, airplane parts, special glass, and even included areas for pilot training and airplane repair equipment.
There was also an automobile showcase, a mechanical industry showcase, and displays of various home appliances, among others.
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To say it was an airplane expo was somewhat of an understatement; it was more like an industrial expo, with all kinds of industrial products available, though it did lean more heavily on the appeal of airplanes.
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After all, there were countless world expositions hosted by countries, and without a unique hook, it would be difficult to attract more attention.
To make the World Airplane Expo famous, Australasia sent out invitations to nearly every country in the world, except for those African Negroes.
bout the sales of the products on display.
After all, during the economic crisis, even though the situation in European nations had improved, airplanes were not a cheap commodity.
The good news was that the airplanes were selling and in not insignificant numbers.
Europe was the first to purchase them. Capital from Britain and France showed a strong interest in such planes, each buying no fewer than ten.
Along with other small and medium-sized European countries, as well as some European royal family members interested in airplanes, the sales on the first day already exceeded 100 units.
nsport planes has exceeded 2000 kilometers, indicating that the global flight would be quite feasible.
Of course, refueling stops and resupply of supplies are very important prior to the global flight.
“If we carry as much fuel as possible, theoretically we only need to select a few stopover points to complete this global flight,”
Regarding the choice of stopover points, the departure point is Sydney, followed by Hawaii, then Los Angeles, New York, London, Constantinople, Qatar, India, Java, and finally back to Sydney.
This itinerary is farther than simply circling the Earth, but it also serves to prove the safety of the airplane.
The total distance is about 40,000 kilometers, and given the speed of the three airplanes, maintaining 250 kilometers per hour is entirely feasible.
As a result, completing the entire journey would require about 160 hours. Adding refueling, rest, and resupply times, it would roughly take about 200 hours total.
200 hours is not long, amounting to just over eight days. To complete an entire global flight in less than nine days is an enormous leap in speed compared to ships.
For the European Nations, diplomatic visits between European countries have become much easier.
Although Britain and France are only separated by the English Channel, traveling from London to Paris could still take a minimum of two to three days.
By airplane, however, which is just over 300 kilometers, it would take only two hours.
Even adding the time to get to the airport, it would absolutely be possible to travel from London to Paris within five hours.
This efficiency is exceedingly dramatic, and the time saved could definitely be used to accomplish many other things.
Well, perhaps some capitalists only see the civilian benefits.
But for those countries, they see the potential military threat.
Compared to airships, airplanes are undoubtedly safer. If escorted by more airplanes, such transport planes could carry not only ordinary People but also an elite, trained Military unit.
After all, for civilian airliners, a transport plane can only carry 14 people. But in the Military field, the seats can be completely removed, and basically, one airplane can carry at least 30 people.
In addition to personnel, transport planes can also carry a large amount of urgently needed supplies, which is a significant supplement to the poor Logistics in war.
Overall, such airplanes have a tremendous role, which is also the reason Britain, France, and other European Countries decisively purchased them.
Of course, the primary goal for Britain and France is to replicate their own airplanes and master the technology required to build them.
However, this is still quite difficult. For current airplanes, the most core technology is probably the engine.
To replicate the engine is very difficult and would require at least several years of time.
By the time Britain and France take several years to replicate the Australasian engine, Disel would have already developed a new type of engine, maintaining a comprehensive lead in engine technology.
Why was Arthur so confident to bring out such transport planes and even offer them for sale to all countries?
The reason is that he was certain other countries would be unable to develop such engines within a short period; they would need much more time to replicate and explore.
. These transport planes will play an extremely important role in both civilian and military domains and will change the landscape of the World transportation industry.
With the transport planes openly available, Arthur can also rightfully equip the Australasian Air Force with Military transport planes.
Military transport planes are modified from civilian ones, with all seats removed to enhance the efficiency of transporting personnel and goods.
Of course, the engines are also modified. Military version transport planes have more Power, which naturally results in a higher climb efficiency and cruising speed.