Chapter 574

Other technicians also spoke in turn, reporting their work progress and putting forward some follow‑up optimization suggestions; everyone chatted back and forth, and the discussion was very lively.

There were no barriers between superiors and subordinates, no restraint; everyone spoke freely, solely to do the work better and to ensure a smooth, successful test flight.

"Everyone spoke very well," Lin Zhengcheng said after hearing everyone's reports, a satisfied smile on his face. "Over the past two days, you've all been diligent, your work has been thorough, and there have been no oversights. Based on your suggestions, I'll summarize: we need to focus on three things moving forward. First, conduct a full test of all systems each day to ensure stable parameters and no abnormalities. Second, strengthen integrated testing among systems, especially the avionics, navigation, and coating—three key systems—to ensure smooth coordination without interference. Third, work with Uncle Lin to finalize the test‑flight plan, train the test‑flight personnel, and inspect the test site, ensuring the preparations proceed in an orderly manner.

"Understood!" everyone replied in unison, their tone firm, eyes full of determination. Although they had been working intensely for the past two days and were somewhat fatigued, their enthusiasm showed no sign of waning, because they knew that every extra effort brought them one step closer to a successful test flight.

The debriefing meeting lasted a full hour, during which everyone clarified all details and laid out the follow‑up work clearly, leaving no questions unanswered.

After the meeting ended, no one rested; they immediately returned to their posts and dove into new work—Xiao Zhang and Chen Mo coordinated to test the coordinated performance of the avionics and navigation systems; Lin Qinhua focused on monitoring the coating around the engine bay, checking for potential hazards in the high‑temperature environment;

The other technicians, following their assignments, carried out routine tests on each system and organized the test data.

Lin Zhengcheng then took the debrief report to Lin Shengli's office to report on the meeting's outcome.

Lin Shengli was organizing the test‑flight plan when he saw Lin Zhengcheng enter; he put down his pen and said with a smile:

"Has the debriefing meeting ended? How is everyone's work progressing? Any problems?"

"Dad, the debriefing meeting is over," Lin Zhengcheng said, placing the report on the desk. "Everyone's work has been thorough; the fine‑tuning over the past two days has kept all parameters within requirements, with no major issues. In the meeting just now, everyone also raised some follow‑up optimization suggestions, which I have already collated. Going forward, we will continue the work according to the plan."

Lin Shengli picked up the debrief report, examined it carefully, nodding as he read, and a relieved smile appeared on his face:

"Excellent, excellent, you've done an outstanding job. Details decide success or failure; only by solidifying this foundational work can the test flight proceed smoothly. By the way, I've almost finished drafting the test‑flight plan—come over and take a look, see if anything needs to be added or refined."

Lin Zhengcheng walked over to Lin Shengli's side and bent his head to look over the test‑flight plan.

The plan detailed the test flight's time, location, personnel assignments, procedure, and emergency response measures for various contingencies, all thought out very thoroughly.

Lin Zhengcheng studied it carefully, occasionally marking something on the plan and putting forward his own supplementary suggestions:

"Dad, I think we should add a pre‑test‑flight segment to the procedure—first conduct a low‑altitude, short‑distance trial run to check the status of all systems, confirm everything is normal, then proceed with the formal test flight; that would be safer."

Lin Shengli nodded approvingly:

"You've thought this through thoroughly; that's an excellent suggestion—I'll add it right away. Anything else?"

"Also," Lin Zhengcheng continued, "the emergency response plan should include procedures for coating damage and navigation signal interruption. Although we've already optimized thoroughly, we must still prepare for the worst case, ensuring that if any problem arises we can handle it promptly to safeguard both the test‑flight personnel and the bomber."

"Exactly," Lin Shengli said, nodding and immediately picking up his pen to annotate the plan. "You're right—the emergency plan must account for every possible contingency, with no omissions. We need not only to ensure a successful test flight but also to guarantee the safety of the test‑flight personnel; that is the bottom line."

Father and son worked together on the test‑flight plan, repeatedly discussing, adding, and refining it; before they knew it, over an hour had passed, and the plan became much more detailed and complete.

Looking at the revised test‑flight plan, Lin Zhengcheng felt more at ease:

"Dad, now the test‑flight plan is more comprehensive; if we follow it step by step, we will surely ensure a smooth test flight."

"Hmm," Lin Shengli said, rubbing his throbbing temples. "You've worked hard—this period you've been busier than anyone, coordinating the team's work while helping me finalize the test‑flight plan. You must look after your health and not over‑exert yourself. By the way, why hasn't Xiao Zhang brought breakfast today?"

When Zhang Xiaoran was mentioned, Lin Zhengcheng's eyes filled with tenderness and the corners of his mouth turned up slightly.

"She let me sleep in an extra half hour this morning, saying she'd bring breakfast later—it should be here soon. During this time she's also been working hard, bringing us breakfast and dinner every day, taking care of the house, and helping Aunt with logistics."

"Xiao Zhang is a fine girl—gentle, kind, and very sensible," Lin Shengli said with a smile. "You really ought to cherish her; once this busy period is over, spend more time with her instead of always focusing on work and neglecting her."

Lin Zhengcheng nodded: "I know, Dad. Once the test flight succeeds, I'll spend good time with her and properly thank her for her support and companionship these past days."

Father and son chatted a bit more about work, then Lin Zhengcheng rose and returned to the workshop.

Just as he entered the workshop, he caught a faint aroma of food; Zhang Xiaoran and Zheng Juan were together placing the warm breakfast on the makeshift table, their faces showing gentle smiles.

"Uncle Zheng, Xiao Zhang, you're here," Lin Zhengcheng said as he walked over, smiling.

Zhang Xiaoran lifted her head, saw him, and her smile grew warmer.

"You're done with work? Come eat breakfast quickly—I made the meat buns and soy milk you like, plus Aunt's pickles; eat them while they're hot."

Zheng Juan also said with a smile:

"Yes, Zheng Cheng, hurry over and eat; after breakfast you can get back to work. You kids work so hard every day—you really need to keep up your strength."

Lin Zhengcheng nodded, picked up a meat bun, took a bite—the familiar flavor instantly dispelled his fatigue and warmed his heart.