The Sukhoi PAK FA / T-50 fighter jet made its maiden flight January 29th 2010. The Russian 5th generation fighter has been in development since the late 1980s. It will be one of the worlds most advanced fighter jets, stealthy and powerful with modern sensors, avionics and weaponary. Years of testing still lay ahead before initial production can begin.
India is investing billions into the Russian program, which if
successful should become an export success for those nations that can afford it. Currently the US F-22 is the only active 5th generation fighter, soon to be joined by the F-35.