Ukraine: Russia lost 43 Su-34s, about 140 remain in service

Ukraine's military intelligence reported that Russia has lost 43 Su-34 fighter-bombers and damaged seven more since the full-scale invasion began, leaving about 140 in service. As of October 22, 2026, approximately 140 Su-34s of various modifications remain operational with Russian aerospace forces, according to the Main Intelligence Directorate of Ukraine's Defense Ministry. The aircraft are key strike platforms used for guided bomb attacks on ground targets. Russian industry can produce an estimated 14-18 Su-34s annually, meaning losses equal roughly 2.5-3 years of production. Intelligence noted that compensating combat losses requires significant financial resources, lengthy production cycles, and access to technological components.