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 an emergency landing due to technical issues.
The jet's unexpected stay in India sparked a wave of memes and social media attention, turning it into an unlikely internet sensation. UK engineers were flown in to repair the advanced aircraft, and Indian authorities provided support throughout the process. After successful repairs and payment of airport parking fees, the jet finally took off, resuming its journey to Australia and eventually back to its carrier.
The incident highlighted both the logistical challenges of deploying high-tech military equipment abroad and the lighter side of international cooperation.
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