Flashy Su-57 remains a combat effectiveness mystery

Russia’s newest export capable Su-57E fighter jet is undertaking its own “tour de world”, as the fifth generation, high-performance aircraft pushes a global sales pitch despite relatively unknown combat effectiveness.

The United Aircraft Corporation-manufactured multirole fighter, code-named “Felon” by NATO designation, has already completed trade show rounds to the 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition in Zhuhai during November 2024 – its first display abroad – and, more recently, to Aero India 2025 in Bangalore during February this year.

Sukhoi Design Bureau test pilot Sergey Bogdan has spent much of this year showcasing the aircraft overseas, with its appearance at Aero India 2025 capturing headlines before returning to Russia via a stopover in Iran.

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