A British F-35B stealth fighter jet, valued at over $100 million, was stranded at Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram International Airport for more than five weeks after making an emergency landing due to technical issues.
The jet's extended stay sparked a wave of memes and public fascination, as it became an unexpected local attraction. UK engineers were flown in to repair the hydraulic fault, and Indian authorities provided support throughout the process. After successful repairs and payment of significant parking fees, the jet finally departed for Australia, ending its high-profile layover.
The incident highlighted both the logistical challenges of deploying advanced military technology abroad and the goodwill between the UK and India.
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