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 fault following an emergency landing.
The incident drew widespread attention and became a viral sensation online, inspiring a wave of memes and jokes. After extensive repairs by a team of UK engineers and with the cooperation of Indian authorities, the jet was declared airworthy and departed for Australia. The UK expressed gratitude for India's support during the repair and recovery process.
The episode also highlighted the logistical and diplomatic challenges of deploying cutting-edge military technology abroad.
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