Collision of two Russian Su-35S fighters – unconfirmed reports
Quick Look
- Russian military bloggers reported the collision of two Su-35S planes, which allegedly resulted in the death of one of the pilots.
- The Russian Ministry of Defense did not comment on the incident, and the lack of independent verification and evidence of the involvement of the Ukrainian side leaves the case unconfirmed.
AI-generated summary
Why It Matters
The Su-35S planes are Russian 4++ generation fighters, equipped with the Irbis radar and capable of carrying R-37M air-to-air missiles. They are used by the Russian Air Force in operations against Ukraine.
The collision of two Su-35S planes was reported by Ilya Tumanov, the host of the Fighterbomber channel on Telegram. The information was also confirmed by Russian military blogger Yuri Kotienok. However, both did not provide details about the causes or the exact location of the incident.
The "Voevoda Poeszczaet" channel reported that one of the pilots was killed. These reports could not be independently verified.
The Russian Ministry of Defense did not comment on the matter. There is also no confirmation that the actions of the Ukrainian side may have contributed to the incident.
Some Russian social media channels suggested such a scenario, but did not provide evidence of it. The authorities in Kiev did not comment on these suggestions.
The Su-35S is a Russian multi-role fighter of the 4++ generation. Machines of this type are used by the Russian Air Force, among others. in actions carried out against Ukraine.
The plane is equipped with, among others: with the Irbis radar and can carry R-37M long-range air-to-air missiles.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
The Russian Ministry of Defense may issue an official statement on the incident in the coming days.
Possible · Within days
Open Questions
- Did a collision between two Su-35S actually occur?
- What was the cause of the incident – human error, technical failure or other factors?
- Where exactly did the incident take place?
- Is there any evidence of the involvement of the Ukrainian side in this event?
