Iran’s aviation sector has been severely disrupted after around 60 passenger aircraft were taken out of service following recent strikes, with multiple airports damaged, according to local news reports.
Iranian newspaper Shargh, citing the country’s airline association, reported that the aircraft were affected during attacks linked to the conflict involving the US and Israel, although the extent of damage or destruction remains unclear. Local reports said seven airports across the country were hit, with the most significant impact at Mehrabad Airport in Tehran, as well as facilities in Tabriz and Kashan.
Major carriers including privately owned Mahan Air and Iran Air were among those affected, the association said.
Separately, officials cited by Asian News International reported that a Mahan Air aircraft was damaged during US strikes on Mashhad Airport on March 30.
The disruption comes despite a fragile ceasefire agreed earlier this month, with uncertainty growing after initial negotiations to end the conflict stalled.