Iran: Flight disruptions possible at Mehrabad International Airport in Tehran following aircraft engine explosion May 3; no casualties reported

Event

Flight disruptions are possible at Mehrabad International Airport (THR) in Tehran after Caspian Airlines (IV) Flight 6950's engine exploded during takeoff May 3. There were no reports of casualties. The flight was en route to Yazd Sadooghi International Airport (AZD).

Advice

The incident could cause lingering delays at THR as authorities investigate the incident. If flying into or out of THR on May 3, check with your airline to confirm flight times. Do not check out of accommodations until verifying onward travel.