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 unexpected stay in India sparked a wave of memes and public fascination, as it became an unlikely local celebrity. UK engineers were flown in to repair the advanced aircraft, and after successful maintenance, the jet finally departed for Australia. The incident highlighted both the logistical challenges of deploying cutting-edge military technology abroad and the cooperation between Indian and British authorities. The UK expressed gratitude to India for its support during the repair and recovery process.
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