Sky-cracking Rider

Otherworldly creatures often have a very strong sense of territory, even if their numbers are out of control, their behavioral patterns can usually be predicted and judged based on their habits, making them relatively easier to clear out. However, mutants possess a considerable degree of unpredictability, making them very difficult to search for and eradicate.

They are typically more troublesome to deal with, especially the Hive mutants. If we're not careful, their numbers can become unmanageable. Yet often, mutants and other beings end up as hostile groups, particularly when their territories overlap with those of otherworldly creatures, leading to relentless battles between them."

The short-haired girl preparing to be Chen Fei's flight instructor had a very detailed teaching plan. After introducing the main cleaning targets of the 'Genuine Fragrance' Combat Flight Squadron, she began playing a carefully edited selection of combat case studies on the LCD teaching board.

*February 14th, cleanup operation, Target: Mutant, Type "Hive X-19", social group-dwelling, location*, number of primary breeding females 1, breeding males 3, guard individuals 34, foraging individuals 277; Tactical arrangement: ...

; Mission assessment: Complete annihilation, no one left behind; Tactical summary: Using Dizzy Bombs in combination with small Cloud Bombs has a better effect, suggesting the addition of Type-5 Disabling Bombs (loud noise, flash, foul smell, extreme bitterness, concussion) to interfere with the five senses.

*April 17th, cleanup operation, Target: Mutant, codename "Lone Roach", solitary type, quantity 1; Tactical arrangement: ... ; Mission assessment: Successful kill; Tactical summary: For high-mobility ground targets, suggest continuous deployment of Type-5 Disabling Bombs followed by a blanket with Cluster Bombs, White Phosphorus Bombs, and rockets likely to achieve better results.

*July 6th, cleanup operation, Target: Otherworldly Creature Spiny Rockfish (small Earth Elemental Magical Beast), codename "Fish Group 3", small group roaming, quantity 143; Tactical arrangement: ...

; Mission assessment: Successful kill; Tactical summary: Target is an organism active inside rocks, body is fragile, Ground-Penetrating Thermobaric Bombs are quite targeted, suggesting request for high-yield Ground-Penetrating Thermobaric Bombs for blanket bombardment.

*August 2nd, cleanup operation, Target ...

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According to the real combat cases played on the LCD teaching board, the mission completion rate of the 'Genuine Fragrance' Combat Flight Squadron was nearly 100%.

The A-39B "Big Mouth Monster" Light Turboprop Attack Aircraft typically targets terrestrial otherworldly creatures and mutants, where often a single High-Explosive Bomb can turn them instantly into ash. For targets that are well-hidden or have tougher skins, they'd directly deploy Cloud Bombs or even Thermobaric Bombs to ensure a saturated strike for assured destruction.

Occasionally, they would encounter aerial targets, where air-to-air missiles would come into play, swiftly resolving the threat beyond visual range.

The flying species of otherworldly creatures and mutants are after all not Giant Dragons; whether it be flying speed and attack methods, or defense capabilities, they fall far short in comparison and cannot withstand the full power of modern Firearms. Pilots can easily collect their mission bonuses.

While intelligent drones could handle most of the duties of the 'Genuine Fragrance' Combat Flight Squadron, they have always had issues with mutant recognition rates and are susceptible to various electromagnetic interferences.

Some dense mutant areas could even cause remote control devices to lose control inexplicably, and the purchase cost, flight cost, and armament cost of drones are not at all inexpensive.

The more labor-saving the gadget, the more expensive it is; it's always been this way.

Compared to the factory price of combat drones, the mass-provided, fully-equipped A-39B "Big Mouth Monster" Light Turboprop Attack Aircraft is even cheaper, with a factory price not much more than a high-end sports car, and a likewise low hourly flight cost, giving it an overall cost-effectiveness that far surpasses that of drones.

The MiG-28 Jet Fighter, though not cheap and almost worth two "Big Mouth Monsters", boasts combat efficiency far above that of drones, making it the kind of good steel for the cutting edge.

In unexpected encounters that require going all out against the Dragon of Slaughter, drones are basically of no use, leaving only pilots to step up to the challenge.

The folks at the Blue Star and 911 Aircrew Base, along with the neighboring bases, had the misfortune of hitting this special jackpot, with an occurrence so rare that the odds are hardly higher than winning the lottery.

A couple of taps on the blackboard made it clear to Chen Fei what the daily missions of the 'Genuine Fragrance' Combat Flight Squadron entailed: to search for out-of-control otherworldly creatures and mutants roaming the Kush Mountain Range, identify the targets, and then launch an airstrike to completely eliminate them to prevent future troubles.

All these were aftereffects of the great war that took place thirty years ago and side effects of close interactions between two realms. As long as the Dimensional Gate remains open, invasions by otherworldly creatures are inevitable. If they don't come today, they may come tomorrow; it's just a matter of time.

If otherworldly creatures and mutants were left unchecked, they could easily form large-scale troubles that would eventually become unmanageable, and also cause damage to the natural environment.

Using Nuclear Weapons for cleanup might act as a quick fix, deciding the matter with one stroke, but it could never be a permanent solution and would instead create endless future problems.

Therefore, in sparsely populated areas around the world, aircrew bases like 911 are scattered about, conducting regular patrols and cleanups to keep these potential threats within a certain safety threshold.

And in densely populated economic zones and frequently traveled planting areas, the ample human security forces alone are sufficient to maintain routine sweeping cleanups. The omnipresent surveillance systems are extensive yet thorough, and human activity naturally repels the living space of other species, making the actual situation somewhat better.

Moreover, not all small otherworldly creatures pose problems for the people of the Blue Star Realm. A few species have even established new symbiotic relationships with humans, allowing for harmonious coexistence.

"911 doesn't have a flight simulator, so before you read the 'Big Mouth Monster' technical manual, play with this!"

Irinei Rusios brought over a large box and handed it to Chen Fei.

"Genuine Fragrance" Combat Flight Squadron's pilots are all seasoned drivers, each with a minimum of 500 hours of experience. They can fly as soon as they get on a plane, and there's absolutely no such thing as training for rookies.

If the Aircrew Base hadn't been short-staffed and the Big Bear Squadron Leader hadn't taken a shine to Chen Fei's incredible luck, they would never have come up with the dodgy idea of internal recruitment.

However, the entry-level difficulty of turboprop aircraft isn't high, which is why executive manager Morris Morgan approved it so easily.

"SVR helmet?"

Chen Fei felt somewhat embarrassed.

The model number on the packaging box seemed to be the same as the one used by the medical team's stud doctor, William Jackson, which made him think of scandalous possibilities.

"Yes, SVR, 3D vision, and I've prepared three flight games for you to practice. The other two boxes are the game console and the flight joystick kit, be careful not to break it."

The SVR helmet is just an external audio-visual device, and Iline gave him two more boxes, as a complete rookie is not yet suited for direct machine operation.

The three boxes stacked up like a pyramid in Chen Fei's hands, and considering the Big Bear Squadron Leader's lesson with an original AK-47, she gave an extra word of caution.

The SVR helmet, game console, and flight joystick kit aren't actually worth much, equivalent to Chen Fei's full month's salary, but ever since the crafty dealer Piao Aihua was caught by the Ministry of Internal Affairs, there's been no sign of him at all.

Apart from this guy, no one else has a way to get a new set in this rugged, remote location.

Compared to the straightforward and violent Deputy Squadron Leader Chekhov, co-deputy squadron leader and short-haired girl Irine Rusios is more meticulous in her work.

If the former were to coach Chen Fei in flying, there'd be no point in practicing with games; just show off and learn by flying directly.

Stacking up 30 hours of flight time, if he's still alive by then, he definitely knows how to fly.

If Big Bear was really designated as Chen Fei's flight instructor, the aircraft maintenance and "Genuine Fragrance" Squadron might end up brawling.

"Thank you, Deputy Squadron Leader Iline!"

Chen Fei held the three boxes gratefully, and naturally, he would be extra careful.

"Call me 'Devil Pepper', Rookie!"

Irine Rusios once again haughtily posed with her hands on her slim waist.

A base security personnel stood outside the hangar door shouting, "Chen Fei from the maintenance team, someone's looking for you!"

"Who's looking for me?"

Chen Fei responded just as loudly.

That security personnel pointed outside the door, seemingly in the direction of the apron.

"Crafty Dealer!"

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