Do It Yourself? Iran Begins Producing Its Own Airbus & Boeing Aircraft Parts

According to local news reports, Iran has begun producing its own parts for its airlines’ aircraft as it attempts to mitigate the impacts of Western sanctions. The Iranian aviation fleet is of considerable age, and the availability of spare parts for them is already limited. Over the years, sanctions have been imposed, lifted and imposed once more against Iran and its civil aviation industry, having a major impact on safety and overall operational performance.