Mahan Air.
privately owned Iranian airline based in Tehran, Iran
- Reports this week
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- Connections
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What's happening
One to three months ago
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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
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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
Gone quiet
No new reports in 90+ days-
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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What's reaching Mahan Air
Events traced to Mahan Air, step by step, newest first- Gulf conflict may increase operational risk for Mahan AirGulf conflict may increase operational risk for Mahan AirPossible
- Mahan Air may face increased operational strain from IRGC military buildupMahan Air may face increased operational strain due to IRGC's military buildupLikely
- New sanctions may restrict Mahan Air's operations and fundingMahan Air could face operational and financial restrictions due to sanctions on the IRGCPossible
- 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
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Around Mahan Air this week
News at the entities that move Mahan Air most-
Turkey StructuralThe United Nations Climate Change Conference is being hosted in Turkey, prompting calls for a collective response regarding the Paris Agreement.Moves Mahan Air
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Oman StructuralA tanker was hit off the coast of Yemen, which had past association with a Russian shipowner, leading to RAF intervention.Moves Mahan Air
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Türkiye StructuralThe COP31 summit is currently taking place in Antalya, Turkey, with Murat Kurum serving as President.Moves Mahan Air
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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps StructuralIRGC executed a cyberattack targeting French retail systems on November 8, 2026.Moves Mahan Air
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United Arab Emirates StructuralOpenAI is in talks with BlackRock and UAE investment funds, while AI spending concerns are impacting technology stocks, including Tesla.Moves Mahan Air
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Kazakhstan StructuralA U.S.-Kazakhstan Business Roundtable convened, featuring Clark and Brady, to discuss economic cooperation.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.
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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 supplied equipment and weaponry to 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.