Connecting Iran's cities and regions by air.
Founded
1980
Headquarters
Tehran, Iran
Iran Aseman Airlines is one of Iran's major domestic carriers, operating scheduled passenger and cargo services across numerous cities within Iran as well as select international destinations. The airline was established in the 1980s and has grown to become a significant player in the Iranian aviation market.
The carrier is headquartered in Tehran and primarily operates out of Mehrabad International Airport. It serves a wide domestic network, linking major urban centers with smaller regional airports throughout the country.
Iran Aseman Airlines has faced significant challenges related to international sanctions, which have restricted its ability to acquire modern Western aircraft and spare parts. The airline gained international attention following a tragic ATR 72 crash in February 2018 in the Zagros Mountains, which resulted in the deaths of all 66 people on board.
Hubs & network
The airline's primary hub is Mehrabad International Airport in Tehran, with additional operations at other Iranian airports.
Fleet
Iran Aseman Airlines operates a mixed fleet including Boeing 727, Boeing 737, ATR 72, Fokker 100, and Bombardier Dash 8 aircraft, largely due to sanctions limiting access to newer Western jets.
Notable facts
- ›Iran Aseman Airlines was formed in 1980 through the merger of several smaller Iranian carriers.
- ›Flight EP3704, an ATR 72, crashed into the Zagros Mountains in February 2018, killing all 66 on board.
- ›U.S. and international sanctions have severely limited the airline's ability to modernize its fleet.
- ›The airline operates one of the more extensive domestic route networks within Iran.
- ›Iran Aseman has pursued agreements to purchase new aircraft during brief periods of sanctions relief, though deliveries have often been blocked.
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