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Russia Doubles Fighter Jet Production
Russian military aircraft production is experiencing an unprecedented boom: fighter jet production has doubled since 2022, reports Military Watch magazine (MWM).
TL;DR
- Russian fighter jet production has doubled since 2022.
- Production of Su-34, Su-35, and Su-57 combat aircraft has significantly increased.
- The surge in production is driven by both domestic needs and a sharp rise in foreign demand.
- Investments in personnel training and infrastructure modernization are accelerating output.
- The Chkalov Aircraft Plant doubled its Su-34 production compared to 2022.
- Su-57 production has reportedly increased more than tenfold from a low base.
- Foreign orders, including from Algeria, Ethiopia, and Iran, are a key financial driver.
- Algeria became the first export customer for the Su-57.
- India is in advanced negotiations for licensed Su-57 production.
- Export deals for the Su-57 have been signed in the Middle East, with Iran being a likely buyer.