Mahan Air.
privately owned Iranian airline based in Tehran, Iran
- Reports this week
- 33
- Active events
- 4
- Connections
- 41
What's happening
Active this week
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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
Earlier this month
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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
One to three months ago
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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
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Mahan Air, based in Iran, is accused of challenging Yemeni sovereignty with flights into Sanaa.Some support2 reports
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Aircraft were transferred to Mahan Air, an Isfahan-based Iranian entity, following reports of a delivery from Saudia.Some support1 report
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Around Mahan Air this week
News at the entities that move Mahan Air most-
Turkey StructuralSettlers migrated from Syria and Turkey to Crete on September 24, 2026.Moves Mahan Air
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Türkiye StructuralIndonesia is purchasing 48 Kaan fighter jets, discussing bilateral ties and expanding cooperation in trade and defense sectors.Moves Mahan Air
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Oman StructuralThe Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry operates within Oman and follows ministerial guidance and legal frameworks.Moves Mahan Air
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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps StructuralBritish police are investigating potential ties between the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and a foiled attack.Moves Mahan Air
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United Arab Emirates StructuralUAE's first national rail service connects cities, establishing a new rail network between Fujairah and Abu Dhabi.Moves Mahan Air
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Kazakhstan StructuralQazaqGaz is managing centralized gas infrastructure and exploring opportunities for technology cooperation and market access.Moves Mahan Air
Connections
The 33 strongest of 41, 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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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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Malaysia Structural
Mahan Air relies on Malaysian entities for essential operational support, including sales agency, parts supply, and logistics services.
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Türkiye Structural
Türkiye regulates Mahan Air's operations, including suspending and halting flights and services.
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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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Oman Structural
Oman regulates Mahan Air's operational presence, leading to flight suspensions and route cessation.
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Boeing Transactional
Mahan Air acquired Boeing 777 aircraft, including transfers for covert use, in 2026.
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Kazakhstan Structural
Kazakhstan entities provide essential logistical support, parts, and sales agency services for Mahan Air's operations.
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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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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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Yemen Structural
Mahan Air's operational ability in Yemen is contingent upon receiving necessary governmental authorization.
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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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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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Delhi Shared context
Mahan Air is identified as a company based in Delhi.
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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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Tehran Shared context
Mahan Air is based in and operates services within the city of Tehran.
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Georgia Shared context
Mahan Air has suspended its scheduled and operational flights and services to Georgia.
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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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Richard Nephew Mentioned together
Richard Nephew provided commentary regarding airline sanctions affecting Mahan Air.
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UAE Shared context
Mahan Air utilized UAE airspace for aircraft diversion.
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Isfahan Shared context
Mahan Air is based in the city of Isfahan.
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Muscat Shared context
Mahan Air suspended its flight services to Muscat.
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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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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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Al Hudaydah Shared context
Mahan Air operates flights departing from the location Al Hudaydah.
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Mashhad Shared context
Mahan Air provided air transport service to the city of Mashhad.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 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 eventJuly 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.