Russia delivers the third batch of Su-30SM2 fighter jets to Belarus.
The Belarusian Air Force has just received two more Su-30SM2 fighter jets from Russia, bringing the total number of multirole fighters delivered in 2025 to six.
The Air Force of the Republic of Belarus has officially received a batch of new Su-30SM2 multirole fighter jets from Russia. This information was announced by the Belarusian Ministry of Defense on its official Telegram channel, marking a significant step in the modernization of the country's air force.
Delivery schedule and squadron size of Su-30SM2s
Although the exact number of fighter jets in this batch has not been officially released, images show that at least two aircraft are ready. This is the third batch of Su-30SM2 aircraft delivered to Belarus this year alone, bringing the total number of new-generation fighter jets received since the beginning of the year to six.
Based on the numbering system, the latest batch of aircraft may bear the red serial numbers "13" and "14". Previously, in May 2025, the first pair of Su-30SM2s, numbered "09" and "10", were commissioned. Subsequently, in August, the second batch, numbered "11" and "12", also landed at the 61st Fighter Air Base in Baranovichi.
Realizing the Russia-Belarus framework agreement.
This arms delivery is part of a framework agreement signed between Minsk and Moscow in June 2017. According to this document, Russia will transfer a total of 12 fighter jets to Belarus. Prior to the Su-30SM2 variant, Minsk had already received eight of the older Su-30SM variant, manufactured at the Irkutsk Aviation Plant.
The Su-30SM2 variant boasts superior technical upgrades.
The core difference of the Su-30SM2 lies in the "standardization" of many technical components with the 4++ generation Su-35S fighter. This change simplifies maintenance and significantly enhances firepower and electronic defense capabilities.
Specifically, the aircraft is equipped with the powerful N035 Irbis passive phased array radar, allowing for the detection of targets at longer distances. In addition, the AL-41F1S engine with its 3D thrust vector control system gives the Su-30SM2 extremely high maneuverability, along with other advanced avionics systems that optimize its multi-role combat capabilities.
