Air Van
| Company type | Airline |
|---|---|
| Industry | Aviation |
| Founded | 2003 |
| Defunct | 2005 |
| Headquarters | Armenia |
| Products | Charter flights |
Air-Van was an Armenian carrier established in 2003, which discontinued its services in 2005 following the refusal of the Armenian civil aviation authority to extend its air operator certificate. The company provided charter flights utilizing a fleet composed of two Boeing 747-200 aircraft and one McDonnell Douglas DC-10.
The airline encountered several operational limitations, such as prohibitions on landing in Belgium and Switzerland, leading to its consideration for placement on a continent-wide European blacklist targeting airlines deemed unsafe. These regulatory obstacles had a substantial effect on its ability to operate within the market and maintain business sustainability.