Su-35

The Fate of China’s Su-35: From Acquisition to Operational Challenges

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The Fate of China's Su-35: From Acquisition to Operational Challenges

Purchased for 2 billion USD, the Su-35 was returned by Indonesia, had its contract canceled by Egypt, was outperformed by the J-10C during exercises, and was even shot down in actual combat by a Ukrainian man-portable missile. This so-called “fourth and a half generation” aircraft, which was highly praised by Russia, seems to have lost … Read more

The Diminishing Value of China’s Su-35: Lessons from International Military Exercises

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The Diminishing Value of China's Su-35: Lessons from International Military Exercises

In today’s increasingly complex international military landscape, the demand for advanced weaponry is growing day by day. As a “star fighter jet” imported from Russia, the Su-35 was once highly anticipated, but reality has not lived up to expectations. When we examine the actual application of this aircraft, known as the “ultimate guardian,” in China, … Read more