Iran: No injuries after fire on plane at Mehrabad Airport (THR) March 19 /update 1

Event

Officials confirm all passengers onboard an Iran Air flight that caught fire after landing were evacuated unharmed at Mehrabad International Airport (THR) in Tehran on Tuesday evening (local time), March 19. Authorities indicate the plane suffered a landing gear malfunction upon landing at THR, resulting in a fire. Lingering delays and cancelations are possible at THR over the coming hours.

Advice

Individuals flying via THR are advised to monitor developments to the situation, confirm flight reservations, budget additional time to travel to their gates, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.