The Russian Su-57 fifth-generation multirole fighter, developed by the Sukhoi Design Bureau, needs only three actions to hit Swedish Saab 340 AEW&C airborne early warning and control (AWACS) aircraft, according to Bulgarian Military.
How many steps does a Russian Su-57 fighter need to shoot down a Swedish aircraft? Essentially, only three: detection, engagement, and retreat. Theoretically, it's easy, but in practice it's much more difficult.
Firstly, detecting a Saab 340 AEW&C AWACS aircraft is not that easy. Secondly, it's a test of the Su-57's capabilities, as claimed by the developers. Fifth-generation fighters "hunt" for important aerial targets: AWACS aircraft, tankers, and military transport aircraft.
The Su-57 is considered a "predator" due to its stealth capabilities and the use of advanced air-to-air missiles. Although some experts are skeptical about the Russian fighter.
As noted by Bulgarian Military journalists, the Su-57 pilot, after hitting the Saab 340 AEW&C, will easily evade pursuit. Thanks to its maneuverability, the aircraft easily evades counterattacks.
About the Su-57
- Pilot — 1
- Wing span — 14 m
- Aircraft length — 19.7 m
- Wing area — 82 sq.m
- Aircraft weight — 18,500 kg
- Maximum speed — 2600 km/h
- Flight range at subsonic speed — 5500 km
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