On 21 Jan 1980, a Boeing 727-86 operated by Iran Air was involved in an aviation accident near 29 km N of Tehran-Mehrabad Airport (THR). 128 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft crashed during its approach to the runway amidst heavy fog and snowy weather conditions. This summary draws on records from Wikidata contributors; 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A charter flight operated by Iran Air crashed during its approach to Tehran on 21 January 1980, resulting in no survivors.
What happened
On 21 January 1980, an Iran Air charter flight, designated Flight 291, was traveling from Mashad Airport to Tehran-Mehrabad Airport. While attempting to land on runway 29, the Boeing 727-86 impacted the ground during its approach. The accident occurred amidst challenging meteorological conditions characterized by heavy fog and snow. The impact resulted in the deaths of all 128 people on board the aircraft.
Investigation
At the time of the accident, the crash of Flight 201 was noted as the most significant aviation disaster in the history of Iran. The investigation focused on the flight's approach under the prevailing low-visibility weather conditions at Tehran-Mehrabad Airport.
Probable cause
The aircraft crashed during its approach to the runway amidst heavy fog and snowy weather conditions.
