UK fighter jet stuck in India for five weeks leaves for Australia
A UK fighter jet, an F-35B, has been stuck in India for over five weeks after encountering a technical issue. The aircraft landed in Kerala, India, on June 14th due to bad weather conditions. After the landing, the jet reported a technical snag, leading to a prolonged stay in the country. The UK's Ministry of Defence has stated that the jet is now ready to depart for its intended destination, Australia. The aircraft is expected to resume its journey and continue its flight to Australia, where it was originally headed. The incident highlights the challenges faced by military aircraft during long-distance flights and the importance of maintaining robust maintenance and support systems to ensure the smooth operation of advanced fighter jets. The resolution of the technical issue and the jet's impending departure for Australia marks the end of this unexpected delay in the aircraft's journey.
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