Russia showcases Su‑57 internal weapons bays and Kh‑58 missiles in export push ahead of Dubai Airshow 2025

United Aircraft Corporation on Nov. 9 published video showing a Su‑57 with its internal weapons bays open, revealing two Kh‑58 missiles, as Moscow renews an export marketing push aimed at Middle East and African customers ahead of the Dubai Airshow 2025. The jet (s/n 509) has been flying rehearsals for a planned display.

Discovered 2025-11-09T02:37:04.733131-08:00 | 2025-11-09T02:37:04.733131-08:00

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  • Footage confirms the Su‑57 can carry strike-capable Kh‑58s in its internal bays — a concrete capability detail for procurement decisions and threat assessments.

  • The promotion is timed for the region and a global commercial stage: the Dubai Airshow is set to draw about 148,000 professionals, increasing the aircrafts sales visibility.

  • The display follows reports of Leaked Rostec pricing and procurement documents indicating export orders and alternative payment arrangements, underscoring the commercial and sanctions-era export context.

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