What You Need to Know: Russia's Sukhoi Su-57 stealth fighter made a show at China’s International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, where Russian test pilot Sergey Bogdan praised its capabilities, calling it superior to any aircraft, including China's J-35A.

-Despite Bogdan’s bold claims, Chinese attendees seemed more impressed by their own Chengdu J-20 and Shenyang J-35A. Although Bogdan touted the Su-57's maneuverability, stability, and “global prospects,” the Su-57 remains absent from the Ukraine conflict, and its long-term prospects remain uncertain.

-With China now producing two fifth-gen fighters, the future may see a shift, with Russia potentially eyeing Chinese aircraft capabilities.

As previously reported, Russia is actively seeking buyers for its Sukhoi Su-57 (NATO reporting name Felon) as it presented the fifth-generation stealth fighter at this week's China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition. Russian officials have claimed those who witnessed the aircraft's demonstration on Tuesday were impressed.

Social media reports have suggested otherwise, with Chinese pundits and observers claiming the domestically-built Chengdu J-20 Mighty Dragon multirole fighter the real star of the show. Moreover, Beijing had a chance to tease its Shenyang J-35A, the carrier-based variant of the FC-31, at this week's Airshow China.

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