F-35 Fighter Jet | Dismantling The F-35: What It Means

The F-35 fighter jet is a marvel of modern technology, with a price tag to match - a staggering $1.7 trillion program cost. Dismantling this advanced aircraft requires utmost care and security, with only authorized personnel like Lockheed Martin-trained engineers allowed to handle the process. The F-35's stealth coating, advanced AI, and encrypted software make it a prized asset, but also a potential security risk if mishandled. The loss of an F-35 or unauthorized access could have severe diplomatic and military consequences, compromising national defense integrity. Watch NDTV's Shiv Aroor's deepdive into what is at stake, if at all the 'stranded' F-35B jet in Kerala is dismantled.