Recent changes by the Turkish civil aviation authority impose fines on passengers who stand up before the seatbelt sign is turned off after landing, responding to a spike in complaints.
Turkey Introduces Fines for Airline Passengers Who Stand Up Prematurely After Landing
Turkey Introduces Fines for Airline Passengers Who Stand Up Prematurely After Landing
New regulations aim to enhance safety and improve passenger experience during landing in Turkey.
Turkey's civil aviation authority has instituted a new regulation that will penalize airline passengers for standing up before the seatbelt sign is switched off after arrival. Effective this month, the initiative was launched following multiple complaints from travelers concerned about safety during landings. Reports indicate that offenders could face fines estimated at around US$70 (£50), with specific amounts not confirmed in official documentation.
The aviation authority highlighted a "serious increase" in incidents of passengers attempting to retrieve their luggage from overhead compartments prior to the aircraft coming to a complete stop. Turkey is a popular destination, attracting millions of tourists annually, and officials believe these measures will enhance overall passenger experience.
To comply with the new rule, commercial airlines are now mandated to make in-flight announcements reminding passengers to keep their seatbelts fastened and to refrain from standing or accessing overhead lockers until the seatbelt sign is deactivated. Non-compliant passengers will be reported to the authority.
As part of this initiative, Turkish Airlines has revised its announcements. Passengers are warned that failure to follow the directives will result in being noted in a Disruptive Passenger Report, which may lead to administrative fines in accordance with legal regulations. The BBC has reached out to Turkish Airlines for further comments on these new measures.
The aviation authority highlighted a "serious increase" in incidents of passengers attempting to retrieve their luggage from overhead compartments prior to the aircraft coming to a complete stop. Turkey is a popular destination, attracting millions of tourists annually, and officials believe these measures will enhance overall passenger experience.
To comply with the new rule, commercial airlines are now mandated to make in-flight announcements reminding passengers to keep their seatbelts fastened and to refrain from standing or accessing overhead lockers until the seatbelt sign is deactivated. Non-compliant passengers will be reported to the authority.
As part of this initiative, Turkish Airlines has revised its announcements. Passengers are warned that failure to follow the directives will result in being noted in a Disruptive Passenger Report, which may lead to administrative fines in accordance with legal regulations. The BBC has reached out to Turkish Airlines for further comments on these new measures.
