Preface
In 2024, when we look back at a new historical node, the heroes who have selflessly dedicated themselves to the motherland will become more and more dazzling. Ma Fengshan, the former aerospace superstar, his life is like a bright meteor, short and dazzling. From his first love for the blue sky, to his later technical studies, to his full dedication after returning to China, every step demonstrates his boundless loyalty to the aviation industry. Today, let's relive the glorious life of Mr. Ma Fengshan.
Ma Fengshan's early life and love for aviation
On May 8, 1929, in an inconspicuous small village in Wuxi, Jiangsu, a child named Ma Fengshan was born. Although his childhood was poor, his inner dreams were as lofty as birds in the sky. In 1943, the young Ma Fengshan entered Wuxi Daonan Middle School, and it was there that he heard the word "airplane" for the first time, and a seed full of desire to fly quietly took root in his heart.
Whenever the teacher in the class talked about the magic and speed of the airplane, Ma Fengshan always listened attentively, and his thoughts seemed to fly to the clouds with the teacher's narration. Although he had never seen airplanes in person, he could picture in his mind the magnificence of them soaring through the sky. This innocent love and yearning became the initial motivation for him to devote himself to aviation in the future.
Ma Fengshan's aviation career started
In 1952, Ma Fengshan graduated from the Engineering Department of Shanghai Jiao Tong Aviation University with outstanding grades and was assigned by the state to the Harbin Aircraft Factory, where he began his career. Here, he not only delved into the expertise of aircraft manufacturing, but also participated in the development of the H-6 bomber.
During his years at the Harbin Aircraft Factory, Ma Fengshan demonstrated extraordinary technical talent and leadership skills. With his solid technical skills and keen insight, he quickly stood out in the R&D team and was entrusted with important tasks. He is not only proficient in the theoretical knowledge of aircraft design, but also able to flexibly apply it in practice, and has made important contributions to the successful development of the H-6 bomber. His talent and efforts were recognized by the state and laid a solid foundation for his greater achievements in the field of aviation in the future.
Ma Fengshan studied in the Soviet Union
In order to further improve the technical level of aircraft research and development, the Chinese government decided to send a group of technicians to the Soviet Union to study, and Ma Fengshan was one of them. In the Soviet Union, he devoted himself to his studies, not only systematically learning the theoretical knowledge of aircraft development, but also participating in a number of practical projects and accumulating a wealth of practical experience.
During his study abroad, Ma Fengshan had in-depth exchanges with experts and scholars in the Soviet Union, which not only broadened his horizons, but also made many like-minded friends. This study abroad experience had a profound impact on him, which not only improved his professional quality, but also strengthened his belief in fighting for the motherland's aviation industry for life. After returning to China, he applied the knowledge and experience he had learned to practical work and made important contributions to the mainland's aviation industry.
The development of the Y-10 passenger aircraft was regretted and suspended
The research and development project of the Y-10 passenger aircraft is an important task that Ma Fengshan devoted himself to after returning to China. He is well aware of the significance of this aircraft to China's aviation industry, so he has devoted all his efforts and wisdom. However, just as important progress was being made, the project was abruptly halted.
This decision is undoubtedly a heavy blow to Ma Fengshan. He could not understand why the country would choose to abandon the project at such a critical moment. Despite his repeated efforts and even offered to self-fund the development, he was unable to change the fate of the project being aborted. This became the biggest regret of his life, and it also made him deeply saddened.
Editor's spicy comment
Ma Fengshan's life can be said to be a legendary epic of struggle for the aviation industry. From the first vision of the aircraft, to the later technical further study, and then to the painstaking efforts after returning to China, he has always cherished infinite love for the aviation industry of the motherland. The suspension of the development of the Y-10 passenger aircraft is not only his personal regret, but also a major regret in the history of the development of China's aviation industry. We should bear in mind Mr. Ma Fengshan's contribution and spirit, and at the same time, we should deeply reflect on how to avoid similar regrets in the future development of aviation.