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 due to a technical fault following an emergency landing. The jet's extended stay in India sparked a wave of memes and online jokes, turning it into an unexpected internet celebrity. UK engineers were flown in to repair the hydraulic issue, and after successful maintenance and collaboration with Indian authorities, the jet finally departed for Australia. The incident highlighted both the logistical challenges of deploying high-tech military assets abroad and the goodwill between the UK and India during the repair process. The UK is expected to pay significant parking fees for the jet's prolonged stay at the Indian airport.
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