Russia can forget about the export of fifth generation fighters Su-57 and Su-75 for 10 years because of sanctions

Before the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Russia had big plans for the future of fifth-generation fighters, but now it can forget about the export of military aircraft for at least 10 years.

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Defense News writes that Russia's plans are now "lying in ruins." This applies both to the already introduced Su-57 fighter jet and the promising Su-75. The only fighter that is being produced in optimal volumes is the Su-35 generation 4++. But due to sanctions, the list of potential buyers has sharply decreased. Indonesia, Egypt and Algeria have already refused to buy the Su-35 due to their unwillingness to be sanctioned by the USA.

Production of the Su-57 has been launched, but the pace is not encouraging. In this connection, the fifth generation fighter will not be available for export until the end of this decade. The situation with the Su-75 tactical fighter is even worse. The aircraft exists only in the form of a demonstration model and has not flown a single flight yet.

Going back to the Su-35, it is worth noting that Russia has lost two squadrons of the planes. This was reported by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine back in summer. This also negatively affects the attractiveness of the fighter-bomber.

The Russian aerospace industry is heavily dependent on foreign components, and as such, it suffers from Western sanctions. In addition, the Russian market for combat aircraft will shrink if potential buyers start investing in drones.

But despite this, unfortunately, the Russian federation will not lose all of its customers. A few months ago it was reported that Russia transferred 60 Su-35s to Iran, but not for money, but in exchange for the drones that are now being used to destroy critical infrastructure in Ukraine.

Source: Defense News