A British F-35B stealth fighter jet, one of the world's most advanced and expensive military aircraft, was stranded at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in Kerala, India, for over five weeks due to a hydraulic failure following an emergency landing.
The incident drew widespread attention and became the subject of numerous memes and jokes online. After extensive repairs by a UK engineering team and with support from Indian authorities, the jet was declared airworthy and has now departed for Australia to rejoin its carrier, HMS Prince of Wales. 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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