The 4++ generation fighter is designed to seize control of airspace, destroy ground and surface targets at long distances from the home airfield

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United Aircraft Corporation (included in included in Rostec State Corporation) has delivered another batch of the new Su-35S multirole fighters to the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation. The 4++ generation aircraft underwent a full factory test cycle, were tested in various operating conditions and flew to their home airfield. 

Russian Air Force pilots note that the Su-35S fighters have outstanding flight performance. The fighter and weapons specifications fully meet the requirements for pursuit protection and air superiority missions.

The Su‑35S is designed to seize control of airspace, destroy ground and surface targets in day and night time in favorable and severe weather conditions at long distances from the home airfield. 

“UAC delivers combat aircraft under the current year program. Our plants steadily achieve the set targets and understand the importance of fulfilling the state defence procurement program in full and on time. Efforts are made at the same time for expanding capacities, putting into operation new production infrastructure facilities to achieve the national defence capability strengthening plans. Next batches of the Su-35S, Su-34 and Su-57 are currently at the manufacturing stage,” said Vadim Badekha, General Director of UAC.