Overview

• The regulation took effect in early May, requiring passengers to remain seated until their aircraft reaches its parking position, regardless of the seatbelt sign status.
• All carriers flying into Turkish airports, including Turkish Airlines, must update landing announcements to warn travellers that violations will be reported to aviation authorities.
• Infractions such as unbuckling seat belts, opening overhead bins or moving into the aisle before one’s row can incur administrative fines of up to 2,603 Turkish lira (around $67–$70).
• Authorities introduced the measure after inspections and passenger complaints revealed rising incidents of unsafe behaviour during taxiing, posing risks to people and baggage.
• Regional airlines like Emirates and Qatar Airways and U.S. regulators are assessing similar policies to curb premature disembarkation and maintain orderly cabin operations.