Mahan Air.
privately owned Iranian airline based in Tehran, Iran
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Earlier this month
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OFAC issued new sanctions and designations, including targeting Iranian airlines, sanctioning VTB Bank, and ending Ethiopia's program.Some support1 report
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US sanctions are being applied to target support networks for Mahan Air and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).Well supported145 reports2 developments inside
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Mahan Air, Iran's largest carrier, is facing sanctions, leading to the suspension of its flights to Türkiye.Well supported14 reports
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Mahan Air is sending air shipments of dual-use technology to China while operating under a U.S. blockade during an ongoing war.Some support1 report
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An Iranian flight from Mahan Air landed in Guangzhou, China, as Iran simultaneously accused Israel of causing regional conflict.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Mahan Air is an Iranian commercial airline, and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps utilizes private airlines for transport.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Mahan Air, an Iranian airline, is using secondhand Boeing aircraft and expanding routes, serving as a conduit for IRGC activities.Some support1 report
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US sanctions are being applied to target support networks for Mahan Air and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).Some support2 reports
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Mahan Air, an Iranian carrier, is being used for regime operations targeting corporate entities headquartered in China and India.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The US is preparing to lift sanctions on Iran, involving UNSC resolutions and IAEA oversight, while Mahan Air is specially designated.Well supported15 reports1 development inside
Gone quiet
No new reports in 90+ daysNo events began in the chosen period. Widen it, or reset.
What's reaching Mahan Air
Events traced to Mahan Air, step by step, newest first- Mahan Air's logistics network faces risk from strikes on IRGCMahan Air's role as IRGC transport network faces operational risk from strikesPossible
- Mahan Air may face operational risks amid US-Iran military escalationMahan Air may face operational constraints due to heightened military risk in the Persian GulfPossible
- Mahan Air may face increased logistical demands from IRGC operationsMahan Air's logistical demands may increase due to IRGC's expanded operations.Possible
- Mahan Air may face increased logistical demands from IRGC Navy operationsMahan Air may face increased logistical demands from IRGC Navy operationsPossible
- US Sanctions Target Mahan Air Over Alleged IRGC SupportUS sanctions target Mahan Air over alleged support for IRGC operationsReported
Around Mahan Air this week
News at the entities that move Mahan Air most-
Turkey StructuralAuthorities in Turkey launched an investigation into a liquidity crisis affecting investment funds, leading to mandated oversight of liquidations.Moves Mahan Air
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Oman StructuralKing Charles hosted the Sultan of Oman for a state visit on October 20, 2026, attended by Camilla and Catherine.Moves Mahan Air
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Türkiye StructuralLibya and Türkiye approved a maritime boundary agreement, while Greece continues to pursue maximalist claims in the Eastern Mediterranean.Moves Mahan Air
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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps StructuralIran's nuclear program and economic crisis are raising regional concerns, prompting Saudi Arabia to cooperate with Israel against Houthis.Moves Mahan Air
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United Arab Emirates StructuralA meeting was held in the UAE between Benjamin Netanyahu and Saddam Haftar, amid reports of Haftar's political ambitions.Moves Mahan Air
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Kazakhstan StructuralMoldovan company faces fines and investigation over data practices involving European countries and Russian servers.Moves Mahan Air
Connections
The 34 strongest of 42, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Structural
Mahan Air functions as the primary logistical and transport network for the IRGC, supporting its operations and personnel movement.
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Malaysia Structural
Mahan Air relies on Malaysian entities for essential operational support, including sales agency, parts supply, and logistics services.
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Turkey Structural
Turkey provided essential operational support and logistical services to Mahan Air before suspending flights and forcing the cessation of operations.
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Oman Structural
Oman regulates Mahan Air's operational presence, leading to flight suspensions and route cessation.
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Türkiye Structural
Türkiye regulates Mahan Air's operations, including suspending and halting flights and services.
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Boeing Transactional
Mahan Air acquired Boeing 777 aircraft, including transfers for covert use, in 2026.
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United Arab Emirates Structural
Mahan Air relies on the UAE for critical operational necessities, including transhipment, logistics, and regulatory access.
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Kazakhstan Structural
Kazakhstan entities provide essential logistical support, parts, and sales agency services for Mahan Air's operations.
Show all 34 connections
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Babak Taghvaee Transactional
Journalist reported that Babak Taghvaee was involved in the delivery of aircraft to Mahan Air.
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Yemen Structural
Mahan Air's operational ability in Yemen is contingent upon receiving necessary governmental authorization.
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Donald Trump Structural
Mahan Air is subject to sanctions and targeting related to alleged proxy support under the political environment associated with Donald Trump.
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Houthis Transactional
Mahan Air provided air transportation and equipment services for the Houthi delegation.
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Department of the Treasury Structural
Mahan Air is subject to formal regulatory action, specifically sanctions, imposed by the US Department of the Treasury.
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China Operational
Mahan Air utilizes Chinese agents for sales and operates within China's market jurisdiction.
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Istanbul Operational
Mahan Air's flight service to Istanbul is subject to operational changes, including suspensions due to sanctions or local requests.
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Ankara Shared context
Mahan Air's flight operations to Ankara are subject to regulatory constraints imposed by Turkish aviation authorities.
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Egypt Operational
The Egyptian regime utilizes Mahan Air for various illicit activities.
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Sanaa Shared context
Mahan Air operates flights to and from Sanaa, utilizing the city's airport infrastructure.
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Tehran Shared context
Mahan Air is based in and operates services within the city of Tehran.
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India Shared context
Mahan Air operates within the Indian market using general sales agents and third-party companies.
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Delhi Shared context
Mahan Air is identified as a company based in Delhi.
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Scott Bessent Mentioned together
Both Mahan Air and Scott Bessent are subjects of news regarding industry-wide market warnings and regulatory scrutiny in the global aviation sector.
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Guangzhou Shared context
Mahan Air operates flights to and through the city of Guangzhou as part of its regional routes.
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Georgia Shared context
Mahan Air has suspended its scheduled and operational flights and services to Georgia.
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Ali Khamenei Transactional
Mahan Air provided transportation services for pilgrims attending Ali Khamenei's funeral.
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Richard Nephew Mentioned together
Richard Nephew provided commentary regarding airline sanctions affecting Mahan Air.
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Al Hudaydah Shared context
Mahan Air operates flights departing from the location Al Hudaydah.
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Beijing Shared context
Mahan Air utilizes flight routes originating from Chinese hubs.
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Hanoi Shared context
Mahan Air operates within the geographical context of Hanoi, expanding routes based on trade agreements.
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Mashhad Shared context
Mahan Air provided air transport service to the city of Mashhad.
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ANI Mentioned together
Evidence suggests Mahan Air utilizes Chinese companies as sales agents in China; ANI's connection is not detailed.
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Muscat Shared context
Mahan Air suspended its flight services to Muscat.
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Isfahan Shared context
Mahan Air is based in the city of Isfahan.
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UAE Shared context
Mahan Air utilized UAE airspace for aircraft diversion.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
1 eventSeptember 2026
6 events- Mahan Air, Iran's largest carrier, is facing sanctions, leading to the suspension of its flights to Türkiye.
- Mahan Air is sending air shipments of dual-use technology to China while operating under a U.S. blockade during an ongoing war.
- An Iranian flight from Mahan Air landed in Guangzhou, China, as Iran simultaneously accused Israel of causing regional conflict.
- Mahan Air is an Iranian commercial airline, and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps utilizes private airlines for transport.
- Mahan Air, an Iranian airline, is using secondhand Boeing aircraft and expanding routes, serving as a conduit for IRGC activities.
- US sanctions are being applied to target support networks for Mahan Air and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
August 2026
1 eventShow 2 earlier months
July 2026
3 events- Mahan Air, an Iranian carrier, is being used for regime operations targeting corporate entities headquartered in China and India.
- Mahan Air, based in Iran, is accused of challenging Yemeni sovereignty with flights into Sanaa.
- Aircraft were transferred to Mahan Air, an Isfahan-based Iranian entity, following reports of a delivery from Saudia.