United Aircraft Corporation (part of the Rostec State Corporation) has begun flight tests of the Su-57D, a two-seat multirole fifth-generation fighter.
The aircraft was flown by Sergei Bogdan, Sukhoi Design Bureau Chief Pilot and Hero of Russia. The flight was successful and went in accordance with the flight mission requirements.
“Flight tests of the Su-57 fifth-generation two-seat fighter prototype have begun. This aircraft, developed proactively by our aircraft manufacturers, will not only boast unique combat capabilities but also the capabilities of a combat trainer and combat control aircraft,” noted First Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Denis Manturov.
“Today, our aircraft manufacturers are producing unprecedented volumes of aircraft in demand by the military and are continuously working on the development of modern aviation systems. The two-seat version of the Su-57, developed by specialists at the Sukhoi Design Bureau, can be used not only for pilot training but also for organizing and managing combat operations of a joint group of manned and unmanned aircraft, creating a unified information and control space,” Rostec said.
“We continue to work on improving and expanding the functionality of our most advanced fifth-generation aviation system. I am confident that the two-seat version of the aircraft will significantly contribute to its success in international markets,” said Vadim Badekha, CEO of UAC.
The Su-57 multirole frontline aviation system is designed to perform a wide range of combat missions. It is capable of engaging air, ground, and sea targets. The aircraft can be used around the clock, including in adverse weather conditions and challenging jamming environments. Its low observability allows it to destroy targets even against modern air defense systems.
