Warlords: Rise of the System

Chapter 284 Battle of Ming Island 4

While bombing the first line of defense of the bandits and the multinational coalition forces, the National Salvation Army suffered some losses of carrier-based aircraft.

The six aircraft carriers suffered losses, with the least loss being six or seven and the most being nearly 20.

The carrier-based aircraft on each aircraft carrier headed straight towards their respective targets.

With the experience of the first bombing, the pilots were more cautious in the second bombing.

They carefully observed the situation below, looking for the best time to attack.

When carrier-based aircraft evaded heavy enemy fire.

When they arrived over the second line of defense of the bandits and the multinational coalition forces, the pilots pressed the bomb button without hesitation.

Bombs fell like raindrops, instantly engulfing the entire position in a sea of ​​fire.

The explosions resounded through the sky, flames shot up into the sky, and the bandits and soldiers of the multinational coalition forces were frightened and fled in all directions.

They tried to escape from this sudden disaster, but there was nowhere to escape.

Some soldiers were blown to pieces, while others were engulfed by the burning flames. It was a horrible sight.

The second line of defense of the bandits and the multinational coalition forces was cleverly positioned, basically out of the artillery range of naval warships.

This way, they could avoid attacks from the sea and focus more on defending against attacks on land.

After losing the bombardment of the navy fleet's large-caliber naval guns, the situation on the battlefield became complicated.

The enemy's second line of defense became the key, and this time, they could only rely on carrier-based aircraft to bomb and destroy it.

This undoubtedly increased the difficulty and risk of the attack, but it also demonstrated the wisdom and determination of both sides in the use of tactics.

On the enemy's second line of defense, there are still many sturdy fortresses standing. They hold their positions like steel behemoths, bringing huge pressure to the attackers.

These fortresses not only have heavy armor protection, but are also equipped with powerful firepower systems that can pose a serious threat to incoming carrier-based aircraft.

Faced with such a tight defense system, carrier-based aircraft pilots need to rely on superb driving skills and courage to break through the enemy's air defense network and complete the bombing mission.

However, despite the difficulties, the carrier-based aircraft force did not back down.

They are fully aware that they are shouldering a heavy mission and must go all out, otherwise the entire battle situation will be affected.

When carrying out bombing missions, half of the carrier-based aircraft carried one-ton heavy bombs.

These bombs have enormous power and can cause fatal damage to enemy defense facilities.

However, due to the heavy enemy anti-aircraft fire, direct delivery of these bombs would likely result in the aircraft being shot down.

Therefore, it was necessary to weaken the enemy's air defenses before launching the final attack.

The first batch of carrier-based bombardment was mainly against enemy anti-aircraft fire.

After the first round of carrier-based aircraft bombing, the enemy's anti-aircraft fire was greatly weakened.

Next, it was the turn of the carrier-based aircraft carrying heavy bombs to appear.

The aircraft carefully approached the enemy's second line of defense, making sure not to be hit by enemy anti-aircraft fire.

Once they reach the right location, they drop their one-ton bombs without hesitation.

One-ton heavy bombs fell like raindrops, and with great inertia they headed straight for the enemy's strong fortresses.

Although these fortresses were carefully designed, they still appeared vulnerable in the face of such powerful explosive force.

As earth-shaking explosions sounded, many sturdy enemy fortresses were blown to pieces and turned into ruins.

When all carrier-based aircraft completed their bombing missions, they quickly returned to the naval fleet to replenish fuel and ammunition.

Then, these carrier-based aircraft took off again and continued bombing the second line of defense of the bandits and the multinational coalition forces.

The carrier-based aircraft repeated this process three times in total, and finally succeeded in completely destroying the enemy's second line of defense.

However, due to repeated sorties, the carrier-based aircraft consumed a large amount of ammunition.

Although the enemy's second line of defense was successfully destroyed, there was not enough ammunition to bomb the enemy's third line of defense.

This makes the next battle even more challenging.

Du Xiaowei, the commander-in-chief of the naval fleet, reported the problem of ammunition shortage to the Marshal's Office.

After receiving the news, Lu Tianhao immediately summoned several core figures including Wang Hui and held an emergency meeting.

At the meeting, Lu Tianhao explained in detail the severe situation currently facing the naval fleet.

And asked if anyone had any good ideas to solve the problem of ammunition shortage.

Wang Hui spoke first, "Marshal, this matter is actually not difficult to handle.

We don’t have to send the fleet back to base to restock or send supply ships out to deliver ammunition.”

Lu Tianhao was puzzled after hearing this. "Since they don't allow them to come back to replenish their ammunition, and they don't send supply ships to deliver ammunition, then their carrier-based aircraft can only serve as reconnaissance aircraft, right?"

Wang Hui smiled, "Marshal, although the bandits and the multinational coalition handed over the three southern provinces to those warlords.

But our National Salvation Army acted quickly, seized a lot of territory, and even took control of several intact airports.

Today, these airports are home to a large number of our aircraft.

Marshal, do you know how far these airports are from Mingdao Province?"

Lu Tianhao perked up and understood what was going on. "Don't play dumb. Just tell me how far the two places are from each other."

Wang Hui said with a smile on his face, “These airports are less than a thousand kilometers away from Mingdao Province.

What does this mean? It means that all our planes can easily reach Mingdao Province!

In other words, our Army Aviation aircraft can bomb the enemy's defensive positions in Mingdao Province at any time and anywhere.

Especially our large bombers, which carry a large number of bombs and have the ability to drop bombs from high altitudes.

These big bombers of ours have been sitting on the airfield for too long, now is the time to get them moving!"

After he finished speaking, his eyes revealed a look of anticipation and excitement.

Lu Tianhao and several others also smiled.

Since the Army Aviation aircraft can easily complete the mission, the carrier-based aircraft can take a break.

Although those carrier-based aircraft will not be used for the time being, Lu Tianhao still dare not take it lightly.

After all, war is cruel and things can change at any time.

Therefore, he decided to send several supply ships, escorted by an aircraft carrier, to deliver supplies to the joint fleet led by Du Xiaowei.

These supplies include important materials such as ammunition and fuel, which will enable the combined fleet to better respond to possible situations.

Lu Tianhao had his concerns, worried that the enemy would send a fleet of reinforcements.

If the joint fleet led by Du Xiaowei was attacked by the enemy due to lack of ammunition, the consequences would be disastrous.

Therefore, he must ensure that the combined fleet has sufficient combat power and resources to deal with any possible threats.

The National Salvation Army bomber fleet, which had not carried out a mission for a long time, finally set sail again.