British F-35 Fighter Jet Makes Emergency Landing at Thiruvananthapuram Airport Due to Fuel Shortage

A British Royal Navy F-35 fighter jet made an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram Airport late last night due to a critical fuel shortage. The advanced stealth fighter, known for its high-end combat capabilities, was reportedly low on fuel and had to request emergency landing clearance from Indian aviation authorities.Upon receiving the distress call, Indian Air Force units swiftly responded and escorted the aircraft safely to the Thiruvananthapuram airbase. Visuals from the airport show the high-tech jet parked on the runway with refueling operations underway.Sources confirm that the aircraft belongs to the UK Royal Navy and was likely on a transit or training mission when the fuel emergency occurred. The situation was handled smoothly by both Indian and British teams. Once refueling is complete and systems are checked, the jet is expected to receive clearance to continue its journey.Defence journalist Neeraj Rajput reported that the emergency occurred around 10 PM, and the Indian defence establishment promptly facilitated safe landing protocols. The quick coordination between the two nations' defence forces ensured no harm to personnel or equipment.

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