Footage of the new Su-34E export fighter in a "desert" color scheme has been published online. Judging by all accounts, the combat aircraft was photographed at the aviation plant in Novosibirsk.
The media reported that Algeria's total order includes 14 Su-34ME bombers, 12 5th generation Su-57E fighters, and 14 Su-35E fighters.
Against this background, the production of Su-34 at the Novosibirsk Aviation Plant named after Valery Chkalov has increased approximately doubled.
Referring to the head of the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC, part of Rostec), Vadim Badeha, the media noted that the company is now working in three shifts.
Meanwhile, military expert Yaroslav Dymchuk stated that the Russian military should abandon the Su-34 in favor of the Su-35 due to their better maneuverability and stealth technology for ground radars.
Earlier www1.ru reported that the latest Svarog-Strela interceptor drone has entered the testing stage.