Promotional footage shows the fighter’s internal weapon bays ahead of the Dubai Airshow 2025.
Moscow — Russia has released new promotional footage of the stealth fighter Su-57 Felon, showcasing for the first time its internal weapon bays, in an apparent bid to renew international interest in the aircraft ahead of the Dubai Airshow 2025.
The video was published by the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC), part of the state-owned conglomerate Rostec, and highlights the internal carriage of air-to-air missiles and precision-guided munitions — a hallmark of fifth-generation fighters designed to minimize radar signature.
In the footage, the Su-57 performs maneuvers with its bay doors partially open, revealing the internal weapon systems.
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According to Rostec, new Su-57 units are being delivered to the Russian armed forces, and the latest versions will feature upgraded weapon systems and engines. The company emphasized that the program continues to advance toward full operational capability.
The internal design shown in the footage follows the same philosophy used in other fifth-generation fighters such as the F-22 Raptor and China’s J-20, prioritizing internal storage of missiles and bombs to maintain a stealth profile.
The content has been widely interpreted as an attempt to showcase technical progress and attract potential foreign buyers.
Source and images: Telegram @uac_ru. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
