Sukhoi Su-57

India’s evolving plans to acquire the Sukhoi Su-57 stealth fighter are increasingly being shaped by urgency rather than long-term industrial ambitions. As of March 2026, defence discussions have shifted away from a complex local manufacturing program toward a rapid...

IgMp Bulletin Synopsis: In March 2026, Russia revived discussions around a possible fifth-generation fighter partnership with India by presenting a specialized twin-seat export version of the Sukhoi Su-57 stealth fighter. The new proposal, informally described as the Su-57E twin-seat variant,...

IgMp Bulletin Asia’s airpower balance is entering a new phase as China rapidly expands its stealth fighter fleet, forcing strategic planners in India to rethink the future composition of the Indian Air Force. By early 2026, defence estimates indicate that...

Source : IgMp Bulletin India’s search for a practical fifth-generation fighter is increasingly shaped by timelines, affordability, and strategic autonomy rather than prestige alone. As the Indian Air Force balances near-term capability gaps with long-term self-reliance, the Russian Su-75 “Checkmate”...

Source : IgMp Bulletin India’s approach to fifth-generation fighter acquisitions appears to be entering a deliberate pause, not out of indecision but strategic calculation. Signals emerging from defence and aerospace circles suggest New Delhi may be waiting to see whether...

Source : IgMp Bulletin India has not taken a final call on acquiring Russia’s fifth-generation stealth fighter, the Sukhoi Su-57, signalling a cautious and methodical approach as the country weighs long-term air power priorities against near-term operational needs. Speaking at...

Source : IgMp Bulletin A fresh debate is unfolding in global defence circles after American military analyst Wes O'Donnell argued that India could transform Russia’s Su-57 into a far more capable combat aircraft—though not a truly stealthy one. O’Donnell, a...

Source : IgMp Bulletin The Indian Air Force is quietly preparing for one of the most ambitious expansions in its history. With a revised long-term objective of building towards nearly 50 fighter squadrons by 2040—well above the long-sanctioned 42—the service...

Source : IgMp Bulletin India’s engagement with Russia’s fifth-generation fighter program is entering a decisive new phase. Reliable defense sources indicate that the Indian Air Force (IAF) is no longer interested in the baseline production models; instead, the focus has...

Source : IgMp Bulletin According to a report by The Tribune, the Indian Air Force may soon seek the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC)'s approval for around 40 fifth-generation stealth fighters. As per the report, Russia’s Sukhoi Su-57 has emerged as...