A British F-35B fighter jet, valued at over $100 million, has found an unexpected home at the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in Kerala after experiencing mechanical problems following a diversion due to adverse weather. The advanced aircraft, which attempted to return to its aircraft carrier, the H.M.S. Prince of Wales, in mid-June, became stuck when an engine issue emerged. Despite the ongoing efforts by British engineers to return the jet to service, it has rapidly become a local celebrity, eliciting creative responses from the community and tourism officials.
British Fighter Jet Becomes a Tourist Attraction in Kerala After Technical Issues
British Fighter Jet Becomes a Tourist Attraction in Kerala After Technical Issues
A stranded F-35B fighter jet in southern India has captured the hearts of locals and travelers alike, as it awaits repairs while generating a humorous online following.
In an inventive marketing twist, Kerala's tourism agency shared a humorous social media post featuring a made-up five-star review purportedly from the aircraft itself: “Kerala is such an amazing place, I don’t want to leave. Definitely recommend.” As images of the F-35B circulate on social media, many locals have embraced the jet’s predicament, turning it into a quirky tourist attraction.
The British High Commission confirmed that engineers were dispatched to evaluate the situation and determine next steps for restoring the aircraft to operational status. As the jet awaits its fate, it continues to charm both locals and avid travelers with its unexpected detour into Indian airspace.
With ongoing repairs, the story of the F-35B in Kerala is far from over, and it may remain grounded for longer than anticipated, adding a touch of humor to the region's international narrative.
The British High Commission confirmed that engineers were dispatched to evaluate the situation and determine next steps for restoring the aircraft to operational status. As the jet awaits its fate, it continues to charm both locals and avid travelers with its unexpected detour into Indian airspace.
With ongoing repairs, the story of the F-35B in Kerala is far from over, and it may remain grounded for longer than anticipated, adding a touch of humor to the region's international narrative.
