A British F-35B stealth fighter jet, valued at over $100 million, was stranded at Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram International Airport for more than five weeks after making an emergency landing due to technical issues.
The jet's unexpected stay sparked a wave of memes and social media attention, as well as logistical challenges, including repair efforts by a UK engineering team and a hefty airport parking bill. After successful repairs, the jet has now departed India, heading towards Australia. The UK expressed gratitude to Indian authorities for their cooperation during the ordeal.
The incident highlighted both the complexities of deploying advanced military technology abroad and the lighter side of international mishaps.
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