A British F-35B stealth fighter jet, one of the world's most advanced and expensive military aircraft, was stranded at Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram International Airport for over five weeks following an emergency landing due to a hydraulic fault. The incident drew widespread attention, sparking memes and jokes online, as the jet remained grounded in a country not cleared for its sensitive technology. After extensive repairs by a UK engineering team and support from Indian authorities, the jet was declared airworthy and departed for Australia to rejoin its carrier. The UK expressed gratitude to India for its cooperation during the ordeal, which also reportedly incurred significant airport parking fees. The episode highlighted both the logistical challenges of deploying high-tech military assets abroad and the global fascination with cutting-edge defense technology.
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