U.S. canceled the F-35 demo at Aero India over concerns of a confrontation with Russia’s Su-57

Russia’s advanced fifth-generation fighter, the Sukhoi Su-57 Felon, made a striking impression at Aero India 2025 in Bengaluru, a development that reportedly unsettled the United States, prompting an unexpected withdrawal. In a surprising turn of events, the U.S. abruptly canceled its plans for aerial demonstrations of the F-35 Lightning II and F-16 fighters, relegating them to static displays. The Su-57 Felon seized this opportunity, showcasing … Continue reading U.S. canceled the F-35 demo at Aero India over concerns of a confrontation with Russia’s Su-57

Su-57 achieved takeoff in slightly more than 11 to 12 seconds from a compact runway.

Su-57 achieved takeoff in slightly more than 11 to 12 seconds from a compact runway

A recent video from the upcoming Aero India 2025 international exhibition, commencing tomorrow, highlights the Su-57’s capability to take off from a short runway. A detailed timing analysis indicates that the Su-57 achieved takeoff from a “short position” in approximately 11-12 seconds. This represents a notable enhancement in the Su-57’s performance, particularly with the AL-41F1 engine featured in the aircraft shown in the footage. Typically, … Continue reading Su-57 achieved takeoff in slightly more than 11 to 12 seconds from a compact runway

Su-75 Checkmate

Russia will showcase the Su-75 Checkmate fighter jet at an exhibition in India

The United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) is set to present its Su-75 Checkmate project at the Aero India 2025 exhibition, commencing on February 10. This marks the debut of the aircraft at this event, which is expected to be more than just a ceremonial occasion. Some analysts from Russia and India view India as a potential purchaser of the Su-75, although there has been no official … Continue reading Russia will showcase the Su-75 Checkmate fighter jet at an exhibition in India