Tehran:According to the Islamic Republic News Agency, US sanctions targeting Iran's aviation industry have sparked worries about flight safety and the impact on individuals who depend on air travel for essential needs such as family visits, medical care, and education. The sanctions, announced by the US Treasury Department on September 8, involve 36 targets, including 27 Iranian airlines like Iran Air and Kish Air, accused of supporting arms transfers and illegal consignments.

The measures also affect foreign intermediaries and networks linked to the provision of aircraft and necessary technology and services to Iran's aviation sector. Additionally, a general license allowing certain transactions involving civil aircraft has been suspended.

Iran's Ambassador to the United Nations, Gholamhossein Darzi, criticized the sanctions, describing them as 'economic terrorism' and a violation of international law. The Iranian High Council of Human Rights warned that restrictions on spare parts and maintenance services could have severe implications for aviation safety and human lives.

The Association of Iranian Airlines expressed concern, stating that civil aviation services should not be targeted by political and economic measures. Under the 1944 Chicago Convention, any actions affecting flight safety or access to air transport should be evaluated according to international law and safety standards.

The issue of US sanctions impacting Iran's aviation safety has been previously discussed at the International Civil Aviation Organization. The International Court of Justice also addressed the matter, emphasizing the importance of access to essential aviation equipment for safety. Iranian legal experts suggest that the situation could be addressed through international legal and human rights channels.