A British F-35B stealth fighter jet, valued at over $100 million, was stranded at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in Kerala, India, for more than five weeks due to a hydraulic failure following an emergency landing.
The jet's extended stay became a viral sensation, inspiring memes and widespread media coverage. After repairs by a UK engineering team and with support from Indian authorities, the jet was declared airworthy and departed for Australia, resuming its mission. The incident highlighted both the logistical challenges of deploying advanced military technology abroad and the strong cooperation between the UK and India.
The UK expressed gratitude to India for its assistance during the jet's unexpected layover.
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