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Time of India
3 days ago
- General
- Time of India
The world's most advanced fighter jet, the F-35B, is still stuck at Kerala airport, and a CISF jawan is guarding it
A British Royal Navy F-35B Lightning II fighter jet continues to remain grounded at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport for the fourth straight day after it made an emergency landing on Saturday night. The stealth jet, worth over $100 million, had to divert due to a suspected hydraulic system failure while flying over international waters. Jet took off from UK carrier off Kerala coast The F-35B had taken off from HMS Prince of Wales , the United Kingdom's flagship aircraft carrier, located nearly 100 nautical miles off the Kerala coast. According to officials, Royal Navy technicians were flown in by helicopter the same night. However, the repairs have faced delays and the aircraft could not take off as planned on Tuesday morning. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If You Eat Ginger Everyday for 1 Month This is What Happens Tips and Tricks Heavy weather forced emergency diversion The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. on June 14. The aircraft, unable to return to the carrier due to rough sea conditions and bad weather, was redirected to Thiruvananthapuram. The Indian Air Force, through its Integrated Air Command and Control System (IACCS), coordinated with civil air traffic controllers to ensure a safe landing. The airport is designated as a diversion base for British naval aircraft in the region. IAF Detected and Identified F35B Live Events 'A Royal Navy F-35B fighter recovered off an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on the night of 14 June 25. Operating from UK Aircraft Carrier, HMS Prince of Wales, it was undertaking routine flying outside Indian ADIZ with Thiruvananthapuram earmarked as the emergency recovery airfield," the IAF said in a post on X. — IAF_MCC (@IAF_MCC) 'On having declared a diversion off an emergency, the F35B was detected and identified by the IAF's IACCS network and cleared for the recovery. IAF is providing all necessary support for the rectification and subsequent return of the aircraft," IAF added. Pilot monitored jet overnight After landing, the pilot remained near the aircraft at the apron control zone to keep visual contact until Royal Navy crew arrived. Officials clarified that the pilot was not seated next to the aircraft, countering social media reports. Both the pilot and arriving crew were later moved to the Emergency Medical Centre at the airport for rest. Crew working on repairs, some return to carrier Currently, three Royal Navy personnel — the pilot and two technicians — are in Kerala continuing repair work. Six additional technicians, who had reached the site between Sunday and Monday, returned to the Prince of Wales by helicopter on Tuesday afternoon. CISF secures jet, special arrangements made The F-35B remains stationed in Bay 4 of the airport under heavy security. An armed CISF unit has been deployed to guard the jet. A local ground-handling agency has also been assisting, as per Royal Navy's request. Airport authorities have arranged accommodation and meals, including Western food options, for the foreign personnel. F-35B part of world's costliest defence program The F-35 fighter jet program, led by U.S. defence firm Lockheed Martin, is expected to cost more than $2 trillion over its operational life — the most expensive weapons project in history. The F-35B variant, used for short take-offs and vertical landings (STOVL), is a key platform for naval and expeditionary missions. Designed for versatility and global missions Equipped with stealth technology, advanced avionics, and sensor fusion for full 360-degree awareness, the F-35B is designed to operate from aircraft carriers, airbases, and makeshift runways. It plays a vital role in modern combat strategy among NATO and partner nations, reshaping the airpower landscape for the coming decades.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
IAF says it identified and detected UK's F35B fighter jet: Has India cracked the 'stealth code'?
A F-35 fighter jet of the UK Navy made an emergency landing due to low fuel at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, and the Indian Air Force is providing all necessary support for the rectification and subsequent return of the aircraft, in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday. The Indian Air Force successfully detected a Royal Navy F-35B fighter after it made an emergency landing near Thiruvananthapuram. The IAF's Integrated Air Command and Control System (IACCS) identified and cleared the stealth aircraft, showcasing India's ability to track sophisticated, low-observable aircraft. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads F-35B: A multirole, low-observable aircraft Project Kusha: India's move toward self-reliance Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The Indian Air Force (IAF) has successfully identified and detected a Royal Navy F-35B — a multirole 'stealth' aircraft — after it made an emergency diversion near Thiruvananthapuram last incident has raised a key question: has India cracked the code to track aircraft designed to evade radar and operate undetected in hostile airspace?'A Royal Navy F-35B fighter recovered off an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on the night of 14 June 25. Operating from UK Aircraft Carrier, HMS Prince of Wales, it was undertaking routine flying outside Indian ADIZ with Thiruvananthapuram earmarked as the emergency recovery airfield," the IAF said in a post on means the F-35B was not supposed to land in Thiruvananthapuram; it was a diversion due to an unspecified the IAF's Integrated Air Command and Control System (IACCS) successfully identified and cleared the aircraft for recovery — a key demonstration of its ability to track a sophisticated, low-observable aircraft under unusual conditions.'On having declared a diversion off an emergency, the F35B was detected and identified by the IAF's IACCS network and cleared for the recovery. IAF is providing all necessary support for the rectification and subsequent return of the aircraft," IAF reveals two key points. First, the IACCS — a network of sensors, radars, and control centers — was able to track and identify the F-35B despite its stealth capabilities. Second, the IAF responded promptly and efficiently, offering all necessary support for the aircraft's recovery and eventual return to its F-35B is designed to perform a range of missions — from air-to-surface and electronic attack to air-to-air operations — while avoiding radar and remaining hard to carries advanced sensors and mission systems that allow it to operate in hostile airspace, share data securely, and employ its own weapons in a high-threat environment. The UK Royal Air Force first put it into service in 2018, and the Royal Navy followed in a short take-off and vertical landing aircraft, the F-35B can operate from aircraft carriers and forward bases in austere multirole fighter is also able to gather and distribute battlefield information through its sophisticated sensor suite, strengthening the capabilities of the platforms and forces that operate alongside Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) are currently developing Project Kusha, a homegrown long-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system designed to match the capabilities of advanced platforms like the is alongside the QRSAM, the QRS Air Defence Control System 'Akashteer', and the operational S-400s already deployed by the Kusha aims to integrate numerous sensors and control systems to form a multilayered air defence network — strengthening India's ability to respond to aerial threats promptly and effectively.
The Hindu
5 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
U.K.'s F-35B fighter remains grounded at Thiruvananthapuram airport
A Royal Navy F-35B fighter jet from the U.K. that made an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Friday night following a technical snag remained grounded at the airport on Monday. The reason for emergency landing was initially attributed to low fuel as the fighter could not land on the U.K. aircraft carrier deployed at the sea after its routine sortie due to bad weather conditions prevailing in the Arabian Sea. However, according to sources, the jet had developed technical glitch. The aircraft has been parked at an isolated bay near the domestic terminal since Friday night. The pilot of the jet, who is being replaced by the Royal Navy as his duty time ends, was reportedly reluctant to stay away from the aircraft. The airport authorities then arranged a facility for him at the airside of the airport from where he could watch the aircraft throughout the day. A four-member crew deployed by the Royal Navy has been attending to the fifth-generation stealth fighter, which is known for short take-off and vertical landing capabilities. In a post on X on Sunday night, the Indian Air Force said 'the Royal Navy F-35B fighter recovered off an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on the night of 14 June'. Operating from the U.K. aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales, it was undertaking routine flying outside the Indian ADIZ (Air Defence Identification Zone), with Thiruvananthapuram earmarked as the emergency recovery airfield. On having declared a diversion off an emergency, the F-35B was detected and identified by the IAF's IACCS (Integrated Air Command and Control System) network and cleared for the recovery. IAF is providing all necessary support for the rectification and subsequent return of the aircraft, said the post.
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Business Standard
5 days ago
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- Business Standard
Very normal to see diversion by F-35B: IAF on British jet emergency landing
A day after a British F-35B fighter jet of the Royal Navy made an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, the Indian Air Force (IAF) on Sunday said it is "fully aware" of it and facilitated the aircraft for flight safety reasons. The jet was operating from UK Aircraft Carrier, HMS Prince of Wales, and it was undertaking "routine flying" outside Indian ADIZ (Air Defence Identification Zone), according to the IAF. In a late night post on X, the IAF also shared a photo of the fighter jet, and said it is "providing all necessary support for the rectification and subsequent return of the aircraft". Earlier in the day, sources said the British aircraft made the emergency landing at the Kerala airport after running low on fuel. The jet landed safely at around 9.30 pm on Saturday, they said. The IAF on Sunday said it is "fully aware" of it. "A normal occurrence of diversion by F-35B. The IAF is fully aware and facilitated the aircraft for flight safety reasons. All assistance being given, and the IAF is in coordination with all agencies," an IAF spokesperson said in a brief statement. The aircraft is currently parked at the airport. The IAF in its post on X also said, "A Royal Navy F-35B fighter recovered off an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on the night of 14 June 25." "Operating from UK Aircraft Carrier, HMS Prince of Wales, it was undertaking routine flying outside Indian ADIZ with Thiruvananthapuram earmarked as the emergency recovery airfield. On having declared a diversion off an emergency, the F35B was detected and identified by the IAF's IACCS network and cleared for the recovery," it added.
The Print
5 days ago
- General
- The Print
‘Normal occurrence of diversion by F-35B': IAF on British jet emergency landing at T'puram airport
In a late night post on X, the IAF also shared a photo of the fighter jet, and said it is 'providing all necessary support for the rectification and subsequent return of the aircraft'. The jet was operating from UK Aircraft Carrier, HMS Prince of Wales, and it was undertaking 'routine flying' outside Indian ADIZ (Air Defence Identification Zone), according to the IAF. New Delhi, Jun 15 (PTI) A day after a British F-35B fighter jet of the Royal Navy made an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, the Indian Air Force (IAF) on Sunday said it is 'fully aware' of it and facilitated the aircraft for flight safety reasons. Earlier in the day, sources said the British aircraft made the emergency landing at the Kerala airport after running low on fuel. The jet landed safely at around 9.30 pm on Saturday, they said. The IAF on Sunday said it is 'fully aware' of it. 'A normal occurrence of diversion by F-35B. The IAF is fully aware and facilitated the aircraft for flight safety reasons. All assistance being given, and the IAF is in coordination with all agencies,' an IAF spokesperson said in a brief statement. The aircraft is currently parked at the airport. The IAF in its post on X also said, 'A Royal Navy F-35B fighter recovered off an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on the night of 14 June 25.' 'Operating from UK Aircraft Carrier, HMS Prince of Wales, it was undertaking routine flying outside Indian ADIZ with Thiruvananthapuram earmarked as the emergency recovery airfield. On having declared a diversion off an emergency, the F35B was detected and identified by the IAF's IACCS network and cleared for the recovery,' it added. PTI KND KVK KVK This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
