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 following an emergency landing due to technical issues.
The jet, which became the subject of widespread memes and public fascination, was grounded on June 14 after a hydraulic failure and only resumed its journey after a team of UK engineers completed repairs. The incident highlighted the logistical and diplomatic challenges of deploying cutting-edge military technology abroad, especially in countries not cleared for such sensitive tech. The UK expressed gratitude to Indian authorities for their cooperation during the repair and recovery process.
The jet has now departed India, heading to rejoin its carrier off the coast of Australia.
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