Aircraft
IDEF’19: Su-57 May Provide Turkey with an F-35 Alternative
Russia has announced that it will soon be ready to export the Su-57, and Turkey is keen to find out more because of the ongoing spat with Washington
Once cleared for export, the stealthy Su-57 fighter could meet Turkey's fifth-generation fighter needs instead of the F-35. (Photo: Vladimir Karnozov)
Once cleared for export, the stealthy Su-57 fighter could meet Turkey's fifth-generation fighter needs instead of the F-35. (Photo: Vladimir Karnozov)

All documents necessary to arrange shipments of the Sukhoi Su-57 to would-be foreign customers have been prepared, and export clearance for this fifth-generation fighter can be expected soon. “The Su-57 has a high export potential,” according to Russian minister for industry and trade Denis Manturov. Broadcast last month, his words inspired several potential customers, notably in Beijing and Ankara, who have reportedly approached Moscow for details. Information was given at IDEF’2019 in Istanbul, a show that saw a large Russian contingent and a number of high-ranking guests.