Iran Air Flight 655 was terminated by two missile attack on July 3, 1988. The aim of this study is to analyze the aeronautical incident of July 3, 1988 (IR655) from the point of view of general international law and air law. Specific attention is given to the consideration of the case by the Council of ICAO, the legal coordination of civil/military flight operation and the legal status of NOTAM.;The study also comments on the concept of self-defense in international law and responsibility of state.;The conclusion outlines the scope of the decision of the Council and compares it with the Council's previous decisions. |