UK's F-35B jet grounded in Kerala awaits repair
A British F-35B stealth fighter jet has been stranded at Thiruvananthapuram airport since June 14, after it had to make an emergency landing due to bad weather and low fuel during routine operations.
A hydraulic failure identified after the landing left the high-tech jet unable to fly out.
More experts being flown in from the UK
British engineers tried fixing the jet on site but hit a wall, so more experts and special towing gear are being flown in from the UK.
The plan is to move the jet into a hangar for repairs and keep it safe from Kerala's heavy monsoon rains.
Indian officials have been super supportive, though the Royal Navy is cautious about moving the plane because of its sensitive tech.
India-UK ties
This isn't just about a broken plane—it shows how even cutting-edge military gear can run into trouble far from home.
It also highlights how India and the UK work together when things get tough, especially in big defense partnerships.