“Not only the amount paid to the French side is not blocked, it also accrues the usual interest. The very fact that the French does not show any interest in refunding the sum, indicates their unwillingness to cancel it,” he said.
Referring to Iran 140 planes, Keshavarzian added, “This plane has a 50 seat capacity which is used on short hauls. has not employed them on its fleet yet. Only Aseman which is independent of Iran Air makes use of them. We may also be considering these planes for Iran Airtours [Iran Air subsidiary] to cover short distances, should there be no alternative.”
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