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Algeria Becomes First Export Operator of Russia’s Su-57 as Moscow Fields Upgraded Jets

Satellite imagery places most Russian Su-57s at Dzyomgi, reflecting a protective posture near the production hub.

Su-57 Felon. Image Credit: Screengrab from X.
Su-57 Felon and Su-75 Fighters From Russia. Image Credit: Creative Commons.
One of the Su-57s recently delivered to the Russian Aerospace Forces. (Image credit: UAC)
Russia's Su-57 Felon Fighter

Overview

  • United Aircraft Corporation said it delivered Su-57s in a new technical configuration, with officials highlighting avionics updates and refined weapons integration.
  • Footage circulating on social media appears to show Su-57E aircraft over Algeria, indicating the first export operation of the type and aligning with earlier hints of foreign deliveries.
  • Open-source estimates suggest Russia’s operational Su-57 fleet remains small at roughly 20 to 30 aircraft, with production constrained by sanctions and technical bottlenecks.
  • February 9 satellite imagery shows approximately 15 to 20 Su-57s concentrated at Dzyomgi in Russia’s Far East, a location chosen for protection from Ukrainian drone attacks and proximity to Komsomolsk-na-Amure for trials and support.
  • U.S. officials voiced concern over Algeria’s fighter acquisition and raised the prospect of using CAATSA sanctions in response to purchases from Russia.