A state-of-the-art British fighter jet that had been stuck at an Indian airport for more than five weeks is now airborne and on its way to Darwin in Australia. The F-35B was pulled back from the hangar on Monday after it was deemed fit to fly, an airport spokesman told the BBC.

The British F-35B fighter jet, stationed at International Airport for over a month due to a technical snag, has returned to flight after successful maintenance by a UK engineering team. The collaboration with Indian authorities highlights the strong defense partnership between the UK and India.

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The British F-35B fighter jet, which made an emergency landing in India over a month ago, has returned to service following extensive maintenance. A UK engineering team completed repairs, and the aircraft has now flown to Darwin,

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