A British F-35B stealth fighter jet, valued at £80 million, was stranded at Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram International Airport for over five weeks following an emergency landing due to technical issues.
The jet's extended stay sparked a wave of memes and public fascination, as it became an unlikely local celebrity. UK engineers were flown in to repair the hydraulic fault, and after successful maintenance, the jet finally departed for Australia. The incident highlighted the logistical and diplomatic challenges of deploying advanced military technology abroad, including the costs incurred for parking and repairs.
Both UK and Indian authorities expressed gratitude for the cooperation during the jet's unexpected layover.
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