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New Indian Express
11 hours ago
- Climate
- New Indian Express
British F-35B jet remains grounded, additional crew arrive for repairs
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The British F-35B fighter jet that made an emergency landing at the Trivandrum International Airport on Saturday night remains grounded due to a technical fault in its hydraulic system. The jet, hailed as one of the world's most advanced fighter aircraft, was scheduled to depart by Tuesday noon, but the departure was deferred. The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has been tasked with safeguarding the aircraft, which is currently parked near the domestic terminal. A Royal British Navy helicopter (MJS-101) landed on Sunday, bringing in an additional pilot and an engineering crew member to assist with the repairs. All three personnel have been accommodated at the airport's Emergency Medical Centre. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport authorities have also arranged their food and lodging, and provided ground-handling support at the request of the UK officials. The F-35B is part of the UK's Carrier Strike Group, stationed aboard HMS Prince of Wales, which is currently positioned around 100 nautical miles off the Indian coast in the Indian Ocean. The fighter jet was forced to land in Thiruvananthapuram due to deteriorating weather conditions and low fuel. The Indian Air Force coordinated the emergency landing. The jet was refuelled on Sunday itself. The Carrier Strike Group has been operating in the Indo-Pacific and recently concluded a joint maritime drill (PASSEX) with the Indian Navy.
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Climate
- New Indian Express
UK fighter jet makes emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram Airport after running low on fuel
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: A United Kingdom fighter aircraft made an emergency landing at Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) on Saturday night after running low on fuel, airport officials confirmed. The jet, reportedly an F-35, had taken off from an aircraft carrier stationed approximately 100 nautical miles off the coast. Adverse weather conditions prevented its return to the carrier, prompting the pilot to request an emergency landing. The single-seat aircraft was safely guided to the airport by authorities, who made the necessary arrangements for its landing. However, refuelling will take place only after receiving clearance from defence officials. Personnel from the Indian Army and Air Force are expected to inspect the aircraft on Sunday afternoon. The jet is currently stationed at the airport's domestic terminal.
