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Assembly of the flight prototype of Russia's Su-75 Checkmate fighter jet has begun, according to Russian media reports. The single-engine light fighter, unveiled at the MAKS 2021 air show, is intended for export and as a cheaper complement to the Su-57. News of the prototype build is drawing attention to the long-delayed programme's progress.
- 2Russia reportedly has 48 Su-57 jets, two delivered to Algeria●russia Has Allegedly Received 48 Su-57s, Delivered Two More to Algeria—How Accurate Are These Figures?
Reports claim Russia has received around 48 Su-57 stealth fighters and has delivered two more of the aircraft to Algeria. Defense Express questions how accurate these production and export figures are, noting that confirmed delivery numbers for Russia's fifth-generation fighter have remained opaque. If true, the Algerian delivery would mark a rare export of the Su-57 to a foreign customer.