Conviasa (Venezuela) has resumed nonstop flights between Caracas and Tehran Imam Khomeini on 29 December 2024, re-establishing direct connectivity between Venezuela and Iran. The service is being operated using a widebody Airbus A340-600, which is well-suited for the long-haul intercontinental route.
China Southern Airlines has announced plans to resume its direct service between Beijing Daxing International Airport and Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport starting March 3, 2025. The route will be operated using the Airbus A330, known for its comfort and efficiency on long-haul flights.
Moldova is reportedly considering a ban on the operations of 22 Russian airlines and several carriers from other countries, including Armenia, Kyrgyzstan, and Iran. The move is part of an effort to align Moldova’s aviation policies with international standards and address regulatory concerns surrounding these airlines.
Azman Air, a Nigerian airline, has firmly denied allegations that it sold two of its aircraft—a Boeing 737-300 and an Airbus A340-600—to Mahan Air in Iran. The airline clarified that these aircraft were dispatched to Iran solely for C-check maintenance, a routine procedure mandated every 18 months by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA).
Pars Air, an Iranian carrier, has achieved a fleet milestone with the delivery of its first Boeing 737-400, identified by serial 25736. The aircraft is powered by CFM56-3B2 engines, renowned for their reliability and efficiency in short- to medium-haul operations.
Mahan Air, based in Iran, has taken delivery of two aircraft: an Airbus A340-600, identified by serial 765, and a Boeing 737-300, serial 28557. These aircraft were previously operated by Azman Air, a Nigerian carrier. The deliveries have drawn scrutiny from the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) over potential violations of international sanctions.
Iran has successfully localized the production of engine parts for Airbus and Boeing aircraft, a significant milestone achieved in collaboration with MAPNA Group, a leading Iranian industrial conglomerate. The announcement was made by Hossein Pourfarzaneh, head of the Civil Aviation Organization, highlighting the country’s strides in achieving self-reliance in aviation technology.
Azman Air (Nigeria) has ceased operations of one Airbus A340-600 and one Boeing 737-700, with both aircraft recently ferried to Tehran. The move suggests potential future use of these aircraft by an Iranian carrier, although details remain undisclosed.
Ukraine has officially terminated its air traffic agreement with Iran, citing Iran’s alleged support for Russia amid the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The decision reflects escalating diplomatic tensions between Ukraine and Iran, as reports indicate that Iran has been providing assistance to Russia during the invasion. By ending the air traffic agreement, Ukraine has taken a firm stance against…
