In a first, the ‘Aero India’ mega event will witness participation of two of the world’s most advanced fifth-generation fighter aircraft equipped with stealth capabilities — the Russian Su-57 and the American F-35 Lightning II, the Defence Ministry said on Sunday.<\/p>\n

Billed as Asia’s largest air show, its 15th edition will be hosted at Air Force Station, Yelahanka in Bengaluru from February 10-14.<\/p>\n

Organised in a total area of over 42,000 sq m and with the confirmed participation of over 900 exhibitors, including 150 foreign companies, the event is set to be the biggest-ever ‘Aero India’ till date, the ministry said in a statement.<\/p>\n

“For the first time in history, Aero India 2025 will witness the participation of two of the world’s most advanced fifth-generation fighter aircraft — the Russian Su-57 and the American F-35 Lightning II,” it said.<\/p>\n

It marks a “milestone in global defence collaboration” and technological advancement, offering aviation enthusiasts and defence experts an unparalleled prospect to witness these state-of-the-art warplanes, the ministry said.<\/p>\n

The broad theme of this edition is — ‘The Runway to a Billion Opportunities’.<\/p>\n

“Aero India 2025 will provide a rare side-by-side comparison of eastern and western fifth-generation fighter technology, offering defence analysts, military personnel and aviation enthusiasts valuable insights into their respective capabilities,” it said.<\/p>\n

Describing the Su-57 aircraft, it said, “Russia’s premier stealth multi-role fighter” is designed for stellar air superiority and strike capabilities.<\/p>\n

“Equipped with advanced avionics, supercruise capability, and stealth technology, it is making its debut at Aero India 2025. Visitors can expect high-speed aerial manoeuvres and tactical demonstrations that highlight the fighter’s agility, stealth and firepower,” the statement said.<\/p>\n

On the F-35 Lightning II fighter aircraft, the ministry said Lockheed Martin’s “most widely-deployed fifth-generation fighter, integrates advanced stealth, unparalleled situational awareness and networked combat capabilities”.<\/p>\n

Its presence at Aero India 2025 will enable visitors to witness the flagship of US Air Force, the statement said.<\/p>\n

The inclusion of both the Su-57 and F-35 highlights India’s position as a “key hub” for international defence and aerospace collaboration, the ministry underlined.<\/p>\n

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