National Aviation Market Profile
Iran Commercial Airline Fleet
In-depth fleet surveillance and commercial carrier market breakdown for Iran. Analyze operational fleet sizes, aircraft storage ratios, active airlines, and historical aviation lineages as of 2026-09-17.
Total Fleet: 150 Airframes Active in Service: 150 Stored / Parked: 0 Active Airlines: 6 Carriers Avg Fleet Age: 11.2 yrs
Iran Fleet Intelligence Summary
- Iran operates 150 observed commercial aircraft across 6 active airlines.
- Active flight rotation comprises 150 airframes, with 0 aircraft currently in storage or maintenance reserve.
- National commercial airline fleet maintains an average airframe age of 11.2 years.
- Historical lineage includes 11 defunct, merged, or predecessor commercial airlines.
Active Commercial Airlines in Iran
| Airline Name | IATA / ICAO | Total Fleet | Active | Stored | Avg Age | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahan Air | W5 / IRM | 36 | 36 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Iran Air | IR / IRA | 35 | 35 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Iran Aseman Airlines | EP / IRC | 22 | 22 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Caspian Airlines | RV / CPN | 12 | 12 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Pouya Air | -- / PYA | 2 | 2 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Fars Air Qeshm | -- / QFZ | 1 | 1 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
Historical & Defunct Airlines of Iran
| Airline Name | IATA / ICAO | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zagros Airlines | -- / IZG | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Qeshm Air | -- / IRQ | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Taban Air Lines | -- / TBM | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Chabahar Airlines | -- / IRU | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Taftan Airlines | -- / SBT | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Aban Air | K5 / ABE | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Aram Airline | -- / IRW | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Aria Tour | -- / IRX | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Arvand Airlines | -- / IRD | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Atlas Aviation Group | -- / IRH | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Bonyad Airlines | -- / IRJ | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
Frequently Asked Questions About Iran Aviation
How many commercial airliners are registered or operated in Iran?
As of Thursday, September 17, 2026, our telemetry tracks 150 commercial airframes associated with carriers based in Iran, with 150 active in scheduled flight service.
Which airlines are the largest operators in Iran?
The largest commercial operators in Iran include Mahan Air (36 aircraft), Iran Air (35 aircraft), Iran Aseman Airlines (22 aircraft).
What is the average age of commercial aircraft in Iran?
The fleet-wide average airframe age for active commercial airlines in Iran is 11.2 years.