The Israeli Air Force claims to have destroyed the Airbus A340-313 used by Iranian officials, including the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was stationed at Tehran’s Mehrabad airport.
According to the website’s report The Aviationistthe aircraft, considered the “Air Force One” of Iran, was used by senior Iranian officials and military leaders to travel both domestically and internationally.
The information about the destruction of the plane was confirmed by the Israeli Air Force in a post on X. However, since there are no images available, neither from open sources nor from satellite, it is not possible to confirm the claim at this time.
It is also unclear when this airstrike was carried out, although the airport has been hit several times since the start of Operations. Roaring Lion e Epic Furyincluding the night between March 15th and 16th.
The Air Force destroyed the plane of the leader of the Iranian terrorist regime at the “Maharavd” airport in Tehran – the plane was used by Ali Khamenei, the leader of the Iranian terrorist regime, other senior officials of the terrorist regime and elements in the Iranian army, to promote military procurement and manage relations with the axis countries through domestic and foreign flights.
Destroying the plane hurts… pic.twitter.com/lOtRRIHTff
— Israeli Air Force (@IAFsite) March 16, 2026
However, at least the aircraft’s location can be confirmed, as historical flight tracking data shows that the plane last flew on February 22, 2026, landing in Mehrabad.
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Mehrabad Airport also hosted several transport aircraft other than the A340, including jets BAe Avro RJ85the refueling aircraft KC-747 and the aircraft C-130 Herculesmany of which have already been destroyed, according to videos shared by US Central Command.
Above all, the destruction of Air Force One of Iran is symbolic and strategic. The aircraft was not only a symbol of the Iranian government, but also helped maintain relations with allies and proxies, as well as possibly moving materials, according to the The Aviationist.
Photos: Creative Commons / X @IAFsite. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
