A British F-35B stealth fighter jet, one of the world's most advanced and expensive military aircraft, was stranded at Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram International Airport for over five weeks due to a hydraulic failure following an emergency landing.
The incident drew widespread attention and became a viral sensation online, with many memes and jokes circulating about the jet's extended stay in India. After extensive repairs by a UK engineering team and support from Indian authorities, the jet has now successfully departed and is en route to rejoin its carrier group. The UK expressed gratitude to India for its cooperation during the repair and recovery process.
The episode highlighted both the logistical challenges of deploying high-tech military assets abroad and the lighter side of international military mishaps.
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