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 fault following an emergency landing.
The incident sparked a wave of memes and public fascination in both India and the UK. After extensive repairs by a UK engineering team and support from Indian authorities, the jet was finally declared airworthy and departed for Australia, resuming its operational duties. The UK expressed gratitude to India for its assistance during the jet's unexpected stay, which also incurred significant airport parking fees.
The episode highlighted both the logistical challenges of deploying high-tech military assets abroad and the lighter side of international military cooperation.
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