Iran Air A319 Declared a Total Loss Following Strike on Bushehr Airport
An Iran Air Airbus A319 has been written off after sustaining severe damage during a strike at Bushehr Airport. The aircraft, registered as EP-IEQ, was parked and empty when the incident occurred. Photos circulating online show significant shrapnel damage to the fuselage, wings, and engines. Due to the extent of the structural damage, aviation sources consider the aircraft to be beyond economic repair. The incident highlights the growing risks to civil aviation infrastructure in regions with heightened military tensions. This marks a significant fleet loss for the national carrier.
Official Source: https://aviationweek.com/air-transport/safety-ops-regulation/iran-air-loses-a319-after-bushehr-airport-strike
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