His reputation also extended beyond aviation. In the later years of his career, Jahanbani became involved in national sports administration and served as head of the country’s sports organization. This reflected his broader interest in physical fitness and athletic development. According to accounts collected by the Abdorrahman Boroumand Center, some observers credited him with bringing a more professional and systematic approach to sports administration during his tenure.
The political events of 1978 and 1979 dramatically changed Jahanbani’s life. The Revolution resulted in the collapse of the Pahlavi monarchy and the restructuring of the country’s military institutions. As a senior officer closely associated with the former Imperial Air Force, Jahanbani was arrested following the revolution.
