Belarus has received a new batch of Su-30SM2 multirole fighters, with the aircraft arriving at one of the country’s air bases, the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Belarus announced on January 29.
According to the ministry, these new jets are part of the ongoing process of re-equipment of the Belarusian Air Force and Air Defense Forces. The Su-30SM2 had already been integrated into service before, and this delivery fits into the transfer schedule of modernized fighters. The previous batch was delivered in December last year.
The arrival of the planes was confirmed by Deputy Commander of the Air Force and Air Defense and Chief of Aviation Colonel Aleksandr Belyaev in an official statement issued by the ministry.
“The main duty of our aviators is the protection of the country’s air borders. They are in the first line of defense,” Belyaev said. “The arrival of new aeronautical equipment is always a celebration for aviators. Flying a fighter straight from the factory is an honor and a pleasure, but it also comes with great responsibility. »
The officer added that the level of responsibility among the personnel in charge of the operation and maintenance of the new aircraft is extremely high. “The sense of responsibility that aviation personnel feel when working with this type of equipment goes beyond all limits. We have no right to disappoint our people and our country. We will do everything to ensure that our dear homeland remains peaceful and prosperous,” he said.
The Su-30SM2 is a modernized version of the Su-30SM, incorporating advances in avionics, radar systems and compatibility with the most recent guided weapons. This fighter is designed for air superiority, escort, interception and attack missions, providing a central platform for the Russian and Belarusian air forces.
In recent years, Belarus has gradually expanded its fleet of modern combat aircraft as part of closer military integration with Russia. Deliveries of the Su-30SM2 are part of bilateral defense cooperation agreements and aim to replace fighters of Soviet origin still in service with Belarusian units.
The Belarusian Air Force and Air Defense Forces use the Su-30SM family as a pillar of national airspace protection. The aircraft are regularly engaged in air patrol missions, joint exercises with Russian forces and integrated air defense activities as part of the State of the Union.
The Defense Ministry did not release the number of aircraft delivered in this batch or the specific base that received them. Nevertheless, this confirmation indicates that Belarus continues to receive new aircraft as part of a phased modernization program.
The delivery comes amid increased regional military activity along NATO’s eastern flank, where Belarusian and Russian forces regularly conduct air and ground exercises. The Su-30SM2’s extended range, multi-role capabilities and advanced sensors enable operations throughout Belarusian airspace and beyond, supporting both domestic and allied missions.
Source and images: Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Belarus. Telegram @modmilby. This content was created with the help of AI and proofread by the editorial team.
