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U.S. sanctions Iran’s aviation sector, targeting 27 airlines

9/9/2026

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced Operation Economic Outcast sanctions on Iran’s aviation sector.
The measures freeze U.S.-origin aircraft, block overflight payments, and cut off 27 Iranian airlines and nine service providers.
Mahan Airlines was targeted for allegedly transporting IRGC personnel, drones and weapons for Iran’s military.
The Treasury revoked licenses for non-U.S. airlines operating U.S.-origin aircraft into Iran.

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced Operation Economic Outcast sanctions on Iran’s aviation sector.
The measures freeze U.S.-origin aircraft, block overflight payments, and cut off 27 Iranian airlines and nine service providers.
Mahan Airlines was targeted for allegedly transporting IRGC personnel, drones and weapons for Iran’s military.
The Treasury revoked licenses for non-U.S. airlines operating U.S.-origin aircraft into Iran.