Chapter 705: Clash of Air Combat Techniques Between Two Civilizations

In the challenge of two, to avoid defeat, one must display exceptional super-maneuverability; otherwise, once the opponent finds a flaw, they will inevitably fall into an irreversible predicament.

This is the battlefield, not a playground; no one gets a chance to start over.

The X-1 forward-swept wing fighter jet immediately deployed its super-maneuverability combat techniques, weaving a perplexing web that entangled the opponent in its attack zone, initiating frequent proactive strikes.

Attacking instead of defending is the true path to victory.

Although both sides were in a war of attrition, becoming increasingly cautious, the frequency of maneuvering attacks outweighed the rate of fire. In the final stages of battle, the one with ammunition held the initiative.

From the very start, the G-forces on the X-1 never fell below 10G. To engage in close combat with the highly agile X-31, super-maneuverability techniques below 9G were nearly worthless.

In close-range scenarios, the U.S. Air Force had already proven through hundreds of simulated combats using F-15, F-16, and F-18 fighter jets that these frontline aircraft could not withstand the X-31, even being classified among the less maneuverable.

If not for the numerous unresolved flaws in the X-31, its official deployment would have posed significant aerial pressure on countries worldwide, as this fighter jet was incredibly formidable.

This aerodynamic design feature resembled the forward-swept wing design, both possessing extreme advantages and disadvantages, which dazzled many aviation experts, drawing them into obsession.

After the probing attack of the first round, in the second round, the Dragon Knight’s opening "Breakthrough Triple Strike," combined with the "Hunting Sparrow Trajectory," took both Eagle King and Orca by surprise, drawing in breaths of cold air. The air combat techniques displayed by the forward-swept wing fighter jet seemed to come from another world, ethereal and elusive, making them nearly impossible to defend against.

For a moment, the dual aircraft team found themselves caught off guard by a single fighter jet.

Although the two quasi-special tier pilots felt that their perception of reality was slightly off, they were not far from the truth.

Usually, when a dual aircraft team faces a lone opponent, they would employ a fishing strategy: one fighter as bait while the other strikes from behind.

However, Lin Mo’s astonishing air combat skills made Eagle King and Orca completely dismiss such conventional bait tactics.

It was no joke; a careless move could lead to their downfall, and the danger was too high. They could only rely on their combined strength as a dual aircraft team to counter him.

Lin Mo challenged the two quasi-special tier pilots single-handedly, not falling into the passive situation many imagined; instead, he unleashed his full potential.

He delivered a series of air combat techniques not found in any textbook of this world, evenly exchanging blows with the opposing dual aircraft team, with offense and defense constantly shifting back and forth, never falling into weakness.

Although the performance of the X-1 forward-swept wing fighter jet did not reach that of the original "monstrous" prototype, it nonetheless imitated about seventy to eighty percent of its aerodynamic layout with all prototype blueprints at hand. Some modifications before the battle also enhanced its performance significantly.

While it could not yet rival specialized pilots like Colonel Jiang or Eagle King David de Hitt, Lin Mo’s personally designed forward-swept wing aerodynamic layout allowed him to become intimately familiar with every component and parameter of the aircraft. Coupled with Dragon Knight’s rich air combat experience, this enabled Lin Mo to reach a comparable level of expertise in a short time.

Only through one or two decades of diligent practice could talented pilots achieve expertise, but the knowledge of aviation experts compensated for Lin Mo’s lack of specialization. After all, fighter jets are complex machinery made up of numerous components, each impacting overall aircraft performance. This familiarity, combined with air combat skills, ultimately led to a convergence of paths.

In modern times, few pilots invest the enormous effort and resources Lin Mo did in crafting fighter jets for themselves, often lacking the time and energy to master both combat and design expertise. There are hardly any pilots who rise from the ranks of aviation experts; the forefather of energy combat techniques, John Boyd, stands out as one, while Lin Mo has also emerged from a modern, orthodox aviation background as a Dragon Knight.

If Lin Mo were flying the J-18 "Red Eagle" instead of the X-1, his combat abilities might have been somewhat suppressed.

The forward-swept wing fighter radically altered many conventional aerodynamic maneuverability characteristics, moving with the fluidity of a giant eagle hunting its prey, mesmerizing all observers in the battle.

As a Dragon Knight, part of the aristocracy, he exemplified the high-end combat class that could elevate the art of battle. Because of this dazzling and aggressive combat skill, people from various societal levels in the other world, regardless of age or gender, were captivated.

This allure attracted countless young talents among the civilian class, drawn to the Dragon Knight as a figure of aspiration.

Clearly, the powerful elites of this world were equally susceptible; on the display walls of the two mission centers, nearly one-third of the screens captured the Dragon Knight’s battle from multiple angles.

Personal heroism transcended races, boundaries, and beliefs; should Lin Mo reveal his frequent operational codename, he would likely attract countless die-hard fans eager to support him.

The host, who incessantly commented from off-screen, even revealed that a young and beautiful princess from the Saudi Arabian royal family was willing to join forces with the solitary Air Knight, Number 13, to create a wonderful tale of knight and princess. This humorously aligned with the host’s earlier teasing about Lin Mo possibly having a princess awaiting him during his first battle participation.

The host had certainly not forgotten their original jest; instead, they flaunted their prescient foresight, for stories of blood and tenderness are timeless topics that delighted the masses.

Yet, some shrewd individuals within various factions scoffed, dismissing it as nothing more than a fanciful match between talent and beauty—plainly an attempt to undermine socialism.

If a royal lady could be won over to align with an Air Knight capable of challenging two quasi-special tier warriors, wouldn’t Saudi Arabia have the power to strike whomever they wished, leaving the air forces of neighboring countries in disarray?!

Even without going to war, the country could gain an immensely powerful ace legacy. This deal is simply too profitable; even if four princesses were involved, it wouldn’t be a loss.

While the gossip on the ground flared up like a blazing fire, Lin Mo unleashed one unique air combat technique after another, unlike anything this world had seen.

After completing the X-8 “monstrous” prototype, Lin Mo pondered how to transplant air combat techniques from another world onto the combat weapons of this world. Given the completely different aerodynamic structures and theoretical bases, this task became a massive undertaking, requiring far more than just supercomputers for assistance.

Blood Fox Nine Steps!

Canglong Wave Strike!

Magical Swallow Through Forest!

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Some of these air combat combos were the first time Lin Mo executed them in actual combat, and nearly all the observers who witnessed these top-tier skills held their breath, eyes wide, fixated on the big screen, afraid to blink lest they miss a single detail.

After this grand competition, the entire military aviation industry is likely to feel a significant tremor, much like the sensation caused when the Su-27 revealed its surgical precision to the world for the first time.

"This won’t do! Does this guy not get tired?"

Suddenly, a half-roll maneuver evaded the attack vector of the forward-swept wing fighter jet. Understanding that their continued entanglement would be detrimental to both him and Eagle King, Orca decisively accelerated away, creating a safe distance before the opponent could counter.

Pilots are not made of iron; they experience fatigue, injury, and ultimately, death.

After several rounds of confrontational maneuvers, Orca was already breathing heavily, like a bellows, with his G-forces and spirit drained, leaving his physical fitness inevitably declining.

Yet, the opponent’s agility and tactical movements seemed as fresh as at the beginning, with no sign of lag or fatigue.

If not for Orca’s swift evasion, the tips of the forward-swept wings of the fighter jet might have sliced through his bubble-shaped cockpit, nearly delivering a deadly blow.

Once a pilot is exposed to the external atmosphere, they must drop to an altitude below 3,000 meters to maintain safety; otherwise, they risk the effects of thin air and low temperatures.

Below 3,000 meters, maneuverability is severely limited, which in this high-level melee means putting oneself right in the line of fire of the enemy.

Everyone knows the four key factors for victory in air combat: altitude, speed, firepower, and maneuverability.

Without altitude, combat effectiveness diminishes significantly, leading one closer to being shot down.

“You keep him busy, and I’ll take out his ally!”

Eagle King wasn’t doing much better. Competing with the Dragon Knight in stamina wasn’t a wise choice.

In their extensive calculations, they overlooked this crucial point, just like many pilots tend to underestimate.

This fatal oversight is nearly undetectable in battle; no pilot can endure over half an hour in a desperate struggle—most only face this issue during air combat.

Rather than being caught in a deadlock, it would be better to open a new front; Eagle King’s tactics were quite ruthless.

Team battles are about teamwork; if one is too focused on solo heroics, they won’t succeed. By rethinking the problem from another perspective, if all participants from the government army are taken down, the combat effectiveness of the anti-government forces would be fully liberated.