Fighter

Russia is using its presence at Dubai Airshow 2025 to signal the long-delayed Su-75 Checkmate fighter program remains active. Rostec CEO Sergey Chemezov said the first prototype is nearing flight testing, offering progress since Sukhoi unveiled a full-scale mockup in 2021.

The Air Force awarded Boeing the Next Generation Air Dominance sixth-generation fighter contract, citing the need to counter new threats posed by China. The selection comes after a year marked by significant changes in the Air Force's leadership and priorities.