Promotional footage shows the Su-57’s internal weapon bays ahead of the 2025 Dubai Airshow.
Moscow — Russia has released new promotional footage of its stealth fighter Su-57 Felon, showcasing for the first time its internal weapon bays in an apparent attempt to renew international interest in the aircraft ahead of the 2025 Dubai Airshow.
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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 weapons — a hallmark feature of fifth-generation fighters designed to minimize radar cross-section.
In the footage, the Su-57 can be seen performing maneuvers with its bay doors partially open, revealing the internal structure.
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According to Rostec, new Su-57 units are being delivered to the Russian Armed Forces, and the latest variants will feature upgraded weapon systems and modernized engines. The company emphasized that the program is steadily progressing toward full operational capability.
The internal layout shown in the footage follows the same design 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 preserve the aircraft’s stealth profile.
The release has been widely interpreted as an effort to showcase Russia’s technological 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.
