Su-57E’s Izdeliye 177S thrust-vectoring turbofan

India Secures Historic Russian ToT for Su-57E’s Izdeliye 177S Engine, Reshaping Asia-Pacific Airpower Balance

In a breakthrough with far-reaching consequences for Asia-Pacific airpower dynamics and the global fighter-engine ecosystem, Russia has approved a sweeping Transfer of Technology (ToT) arrangement that will enable India to indigenously manufacture the Su-57E’s Izdeliye 177S thrust-vectoring turbofan. The agreement—finalised...
Sukhoi Su-57 fifth-generation Fighter jet

India Likely to Decline Russia’s Su-57E Proposal as IAF Evaluates Development of Indigenous Twin-Seat Sukhoi Variant

In a dramatic escalation of its strategic outreach to India, Moscow has proposed one of its most sweeping defence offers in decades: full licensed production of the Su-57E fifth-generation stealth fighter in India, complete technology transfer, and even the development...
Su-57E Stealth Fighter

India’s Su-57E Dilemma: Stealth Fighter or Heavy Strike Platform?

India’s potential acquisition of Russia’s Su-57E fifth-generation fighter have reignited one of the most consequential debates within defence and strategic circles. At a time when the Indian Air Force (IAF) grapples with a chronic shortage of fighter squadrons and faces...
Su-57E Stealth Fighter

India Eyes Su-57E Stealth Fighter and Zircon Hypersonic Missile in Game-Changing Defence Talks with Russia

  India is reportedly engaged in advanced discussions with Russia over the potential acquisition of the Su-57E, the export variant of Moscow’s fifth-generation stealth fighter jet. If finalized, the deal would mark a watershed moment for the Indian Air Force...
AMCA Stealth Fighter jet

India Rejects US F-35 and Russia’s Su-57E, Launches Full-Throttle Indigenous AMCA Jet Program to Achieve Strategic Airpower Autonomy

India has taken a decisive stance that signals its rising confidence and ambition in building indigenous military capabilities. Amid mounting speculation and lobbying from both the United States and Russia over potential deals for their flagship fifth-generation fighter jets—the Lockheed...
Russian Su-57E fighter jet

India Pushes for Indigenous Radar on Su-57E Jets, Sending Strategic Shockwaves Through Russian Defence Circles

India’s potential acquisition of Russia’s Su-57E fifth-generation stealth fighter, as New Delhi demands the integration of its own indigenous radar and mission systems—an ultimatum that has reportedly unsettled Moscow’s defence establishment and sparked intense behind-the-scenes negotiations. At the heart of...
Russian Su-57E fighter jet

Russian Su-57E fighter jet: India May Choose Su-57E as Interim Solution Against Pakistan’s J-35 Threat Until Indigenous AMCA is Combat-Ready

India may be poised to make a crucial strategic decision to maintain its aerial superiority. Amid unconfirmed but increasingly credible reports of Pakistan potentially inducting two squadrons of China's fifth-generation J-35 fighter jets by the end of 2025, a prominent...
Su-57E stealth fighter

Algeria’s Bold Bet on Russian Stealth: First Foreign Su-57E Deal Marks a New Chapter in Fifth-Generation Air Power

Algeria is officially the first foreign customer of Russia’s Su-57E stealth fighter, a fifth-generation jet developed under the PAK FA program by Sukhoi, marking a significant shift in the global arms landscape and the evolution of air power in North...
Su-57E

Su-57E Impresses India at Aero India 2025 Amidst Renewed Russian Pitch for Co-Production

The Russian Su-57E has captivated Indian defense scientists and aviation enthusiasts alike at the ongoing Aero India 2025 air show, where Russia has renewed its pitch for India to co-produce the fifth-generation fighter.  The aircraft’s cutting-edge design, gravity-defying stunts, and technological...
Russia Su-57E Fifth-Generation Fighter, Zhuhai Airshow 2024.

Russia Signs First Export Contract for Su-57E Fighter Jet with Undisclosed Foreign Client

Russia's state defense agency, Rosoboronexport, announced a groundbreaking development in international defense trade during the Airshow China 2024, held in Zhuhai. For the first time, Rosoboronexport has signed an export contract for its Su-57E, the export variant of its fifth-generation...
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