UK dismantles grounded F-35B in India for repairs

A British F-35B stealth fighter jet, grounded in India due to a hydraulic failure, is being dismantled for transport back to the UK for repairs. The complex aircraft cannot be fixed locally. A specialized team of engineers and technicians arrived in India on July 6 to begin disassembling the jet, which has been stranded since June 14. The dismantling is necessary due to the jet's sensitive technology and lack of local repair infrastructure. The operation involves strict security protocols and diplomatic coordination between the UK and India, highlighting the challenges of maintaining advanced military technology abroad. The jet will be transported via a C-17 Globemaster III.