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 jet's extended stay sparked a wave of memes and jokes online, turning it into an unlikely internet sensation. UK engineers were flown in to repair the aircraft, and after extensive maintenance and safety checks, the jet finally departed for Australia, resuming its operational duties. The British High Commission expressed gratitude to Indian authorities for their support during the incident.
The episode highlighted both the logistical challenges of deploying high-tech military hardware abroad and the lighter side of international military mishaps.
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