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Separate reports track Russia’s Su-57E export push and leased-aircraft extension

Russia says the Su-57E remains in its export portfolio despite India ruling out interest in the fighter. A separate report says Moscow has proposed extending rules that let domestic airlines operate disputed foreign-leased aircraft and engines through Dec. 31, 2028; the reports describe distinct developments.

Discovered 2026-11-08T20:04:49.419157-08:00 | 2026-11-08T20:04:49.419157-08:00

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What Hype is tracking

The reports concern separate issues, not a single event: one is about Russian fighter exports and India’s stated position; the other concerns rules for Russian airlines operating disputed leased aircraft and engines.
The proposed extension would run through Dec. 31, 2028, making it relevant to fleet access and leasing arrangements. The article provides no details on the proposal’s status or scope.

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