The first two jets arrived at Oum El Bouaghi AB in late 2025 (see video), with six expected by the end of 2026. This isn’t merely a fleet update btw; it’s the end of the line for the legendary MiG-25 "Foxbat." By replacing these high-altitude monsters with the Su-57 "Felon," Algeria is trading raw Mach 3.0 speed for 5th-gen sensor fusion and low observability. Big move!
So, what do you think #avgeeks: does the Su-57 give Algeria undisputed aerial dominance in the Maghreb, or will neighboring powers look to the West for a counter-move? 2/2