Russia Unveils Upgraded Su-57 Fighter Jets After Ukraine War Woes
Russia has used its Su-57 for long-range operations against Ukraine but kept the jets far away from frontline fighting.
Moscow's United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) announced on Thursday that it had delivered a batch of upgraded Su-57 fighter jets to Russia's air force. These advanced stealth aircraft, which Russia boasts as its most sophisticated fifth-generation jet comparable to U.S. F-35 and F-22 models, have seen limited use in the Kremlin's ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
UAC did not disclose the exact number of upgraded jets or the nature of the improvements. The Russian Defense Ministry confirmed the arrival of the new Su-57s but did not provide further details on the enhancements. The Su-57, known for its stealth capabilities, has been deployed in long-range strikes during the war in Ukraine, though its performance has been criticized by experts.
Russia has plans to further enhance the Su-57's capabilities, including adding a second cockpit for drone control and integrating sixth-generation technologies, which are expected to be even more expensive and heavily reliant on unmanned systems. However, analysts doubt these upgrades will significantly improve Russia's competitive standing among other nations' advanced jet programs.
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