Su-57 provided cover for the Su-34 in the Center-2026 exercises

During the Center-2026 strategic exercise, fifth-generation Su-57 fighters protected Su-34 aircraft from mock enemy air strikes, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported.

The main stage of the strategic command and staff exercise "Center-2026" takes place on October 2 at the Chebarkulsky training ground in the Chelyabinsk region. The exercise is the final stage of training for the Russian Armed Forces this year.

“A pair of Su-57 aircraft of the Aerospace Forces during the strategic command and staff exercise “Center-2026” provided fighter aviation cover for the crews of Su-34 aircraft in the area of ​​​​operation from air strikes of a mock enemy,” the report says.

It is noted that the fighters took off from the operational airfield at the command of the duty forces. They received coordinates from the crews of the radio engineering units, went to a given area, independently classified the targets and launched electronic missiles at them.

“Su-57 aircraft are distinguished by high maneuverability, low visibility, as well as a modern complex of on-board radio-electronic equipment. This equipment allows for real-time exchange of information with escorted crews and ground control points,” said Su-57 pilot Andrei, quoted by the Russian Defense Ministry.