Iran

Mahan Air Cargo Tracking

AWB prefix 537IATA W5Format: 537-XXXXXXXX (8-digit serial)

About

Mahan Air, headquartered in Tehran, Iran, is the largest private airline and the national flag carrier of Iran, founded in 1992 and starting its cargo services in 1997. The carrier operates both domestic and international pathways with trained personnel specialized in dangerous goods, live animals, and special cargo transport. The airline carried 5.4 million passengers in 2015 with an average load factor of 77% and maintains operations from its main hubs at Tehran's Imam Khomeini International Airport and Mehrabad International Airport.

How to track Mahan Air shipments

1. Go to https://ic.mahan-cargo.com/tracking (Mahan Air's official cargo tracking portal). 2. Enter your AWB prefix number in the format 537-XXXXXXXX where the last digit is a mod-7 check digit (example: 537-12345675). 3. You will see real-time status updates including milestone plans, booking information, acceptance status, and customs clearance details. 4. If your shipment status has not updated after 24 hours, contact Mahan Air cargo customer service at +98-21-48386113.

What 537-XXXXXXXX means

The AWB prefix 537 identifies Mahan Air as the carrier handling your shipment. The complete air waybill follows the format 537-XXXXXXXX where the first three digits (537) are Mahan Air's IATA-assigned prefix, the next seven digits form the serial number for your specific shipment, and the final digit is a check digit calculated using mod-7 arithmetic (serial number divided by 7, remainder only). This prefix ensures your cargo is routed through Mahan Air's network and processed by their systems.

Mahan Air live animal transport

Mahan Air transports live animals under the IATA Live Animals Regulations (LAR), which govern container, ventilation, and species-specific handling requirements for livestock, day-old chicks, zoo animals, household pets, and laboratory animals. Bookings require species-specific documentation and approved containers; book through the cargo team with at least 48 hours notice.

Mahan Air specialized cargo handling

Mahan Air transports general goods, perishables, live animals, pharmaceuticals, and high-value items with temperature-controlled shipping options and specialized handling procedures to maintain proper temperature management throughout transportation.

Frequently asked questions

How do I track my Mahan Air cargo shipment?
Visit https://ic.mahan-cargo.com/tracking and enter your AWB number in the format 537-XXXXXXXX. The system provides real-time updates on acceptance, milestone plans, and customs status. If tracking information hasn't updated within 24 hours of shipment acceptance, contact Mahan Air cargo at +98-21-48386113 or email [email protected].
What does AWB prefix 537 mean?
The prefix 537 is Mahan Air's IATA-assigned identifier for all their air waybill numbers. A complete Mahan Air AWB follows the format 537-1234567X, where 537 identifies the carrier, 1234567 is your shipment's serial number, and X is the check digit calculated as the serial number divided by 7 (remainder only). For example, serial 1234567 ÷ 7 = remainder 6, making the full AWB 537-12345676.
Does Mahan Air transport dangerous goods?
Yes, Mahan Air accepts dangerous goods according to IATA DGR provisions and Mahan procedures. The cargo must be properly reported and packaged to meet safety standards. Dangerous goods cannot be carried by passengers and require advance notification for proper handling with additional charges due to special regulations and precautions.
How do I book cargo with Mahan Air?
Contact Mahan Air cargo sales at their Imam Khomeini Airport office: +98-21-55678215 or email [email protected]. For domestic cargo from Mehrabad Airport, call +98-21-48386117. International bookings can also be made through their Dubai cargo GSA at +971-4299-1884. You can also visit https://mahan-cargo.com/en/contact-us/ for additional booking options.

Mahan Air cargo contact

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