He was told his ideas were impossible. His design bureau was shut down by Stalin. But against all odds, Pavel Sukhoi rose from the ashes to create a dynasty of fighter jets that would dominate the skies for generations.
This documentary dives deep into the story of Pavel Sukhoi, the genius behind the Su-7, Su-27 Flanker, Su-35 Super Flanker, and Su-57 Felon — aircraft that changed the face of military aviation forever.
Discover how Sukhoi fought through political persecution under Stalin, rebuilt his empire, and redefined what a Soviet jet could be. From the Cold War to the modern battlefield, his machines became symbols of engineering brilliance and national pride.
Chapters:
0:00 – The Man Nobody Believed In
3:13 – The Fall and Rise of the Sukhoi Design Bureau
5:11 – Forging a Legacy: Su-7 and the Jet Age
8:06 – The Su-27 Flanker – Soviet Air Power Perfected
11:08 – The Su-35 – Supermaneuverability Redefined
13:40 – The Su-57 – The Ghost in the Sky
16:10 – Pavel Sukhoi’s Enduring Legacy
Credit to : Engines of War