The Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru, India, will host Aero India 2025 from February 10–14, 2025. Modern aerospace and defense technology will be on display at this esteemed air show, together with a range of military and commercial aircraft.
Notably, this event will represent a critical milestone in India’s defense environment and herald a shift in defense collaboration between Russia and India when the Russian Su-57 stealth fighter plane makes its debut.
According to ROSTEC, the parent corporation of the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC), which produces the Su-57, “the Su-57 can be considered the most tested fifth-generation fighter in real combat conditions today.”
Today, during the Special Military Operation (in Ukraine), the Su-57 effectively conducts combat flights. The fighter proved to be efficient in striking both ground and air targets, including long-range precise strikes. It is utilized in a complicated jamming environment, in all weather situations, and around the clock,” ROSTEC continued.
Russia’s fifth-generation fighter plane, the Sukhoi Su-57, uses cutting-edge stealth technologies to reduce radar visibility.
Radar cross-section (RCS) is decreased by the Su-57’s design, which stays away from sharp edges and straight angles. Radar signals are scattered rather than directly reflected back to the source by the wings and fuselage’s uniform angles and smooth shapes.
The Su-57 stores its weaponry in internal compartments to have a low profile. This design decision reduces exterior radar fingerprints while maintaining aerodynamic efficiency.
The aircraft’s detectability is further reduced by compounds applied to it that absorb radar wavelengths. In order to prevent radar detection of engine components, these materials are strategically placed on a number of aircraft surfaces, including the engine inlets.
The unique glass used in the cockpit was created by ONPP “Technology” and uses a metal-optical coating. This coating shields onboard electronics from UV rays and drastically lowers radar visibility.
Thrust-vectoring engines on the Su-57 improve maneuverability and enable the aircraft to execute intricate aerial maneuvers while retaining stealth35. A high level of static instability built into the aircraft’s structure complements this capability.
Russia’s most sophisticated fifth-generation fighter jet, the Su-57, was created by Sukhoi and is intended for both air superiority and accurate ground attacks. As the Indian Air Force considers next-generation fighter alternatives, its involvement at Aero India is expected to have an impact on India’s future defense procurement choices. The Su-57 has state-of-the-art avionics, exceptional maneuverability, and enhanced stealth capabilities.
Curiously, the American F-35, another well-known fifth-generation fighter, will not be present at this year’s event, despite the Su-57 taking center stage. This absence calls into question the region’s changing defense dynamics.
Aero India is an essential venue for exhibiting military advancements and encouraging partnerships between international defense producers and Indian businesses. It is anticipated that both aviation enthusiasts and business executives would pay close attention to the event, providing chances for
