His career was also connected to broader regional military role during the Cold War. Military aviation participated in operations and missions beyond the country’s borders, including support for Oman during the Dhofar conflict. Also cooperated with the United States in intelligence and aerial reconnaissance activities directed toward the Soviet Union. These activities reflected strategic position during the Cold War and its close military relationship with the United States.
Jahanbani was known among many aviation enthusiasts and former military personnel for his strict standards and professional approach. He believed that an air force could only become effective through continuous training and a strong culture of discipline. For him, flying was not simply a profession; it demanded technical knowledge, courage, physical fitness, mental concentration, and responsibility.
