Latest news with #disembarkation
The National
29-05-2025
- Business
- The National
Turkey plans to fine impatient plane passengers who stand up too early or block aisles
If you are the type of passenger who jumps out of their seat and opens the overhead lockers before the plane has stopped moving, then you might want to reconsider. The civil aviation authority of Turkey has announced plans to fine impatient passengers in a bid to discourage poor etiquette. Those caught standing up before the aircraft has come to a full halt on the tarmac, accessing overhead lockers, blocking the aisle or moving forward to disembark before others, now risk incurring a fee. While the figure has not yet been announced, it is thought to be about $70 (Dh257). Earlier this year, such impatient passenger behaviour even earned a name – aisle lice. Following customer complaints, the Turkish Directorate of Civil Aviation took action to promote a smoother journey for all passengers, hoping the fine will allow for orderly disembarkation. "Despite announcements informing passengers of the rules, many are standing up before the aircraft reaches its parking positions and before the seat belt sign is turned off," the Turkish aviation authority said. Those rushing forward, standing up too early, or blocking the aisle can impact other passengers trying to get on or off the plane. "This behaviour compromises the safety of passengers and baggage, disregards the satisfaction and exit priority of other travellers," the release continued. Under the new regulations, all commercial airlines operating in or out of Turkey will now have to inform passengers of the change, via a revised in-flight announcement. As well as instructing passengers to remain seated and to wait to disembark patiently, the new wording will notify that violations will be documented and recorded. There is no news if the new fines have been implemented yet. As airports get busier, airlines are under pressure to safely manage enormous numbers of people. In 2024, for example, Dubai International Airport was once again the world's busiest airport, with more than 92 million passengers passing through. The scale of such figures outlines the importance of ensuring the safety of both passengers and crew in the airport and in the air. Poor behaviour seems to be a growing problem, however. Elsewhere, airlines are reportedly considering ways to prevent passengers from congregating around the gate, in an effort to board first. Far from speeding up the process, these so-called "gate lice" can actually slow it down, by denying customers space to pass through the gate calmly.
Arab News
28-05-2025
- Health
- Arab News
Turkiye will fine airline passengers who unbuckle before the plane stops
ANKARA: Airline passengers in Turkiye who unbuckle their seat belts, access overhead compartments, or occupy the aisle before their plane has fully stopped now face fines under new regulations issued by the country's civil aviation authority. The updated rules, which aim to enhance safety and ensure a more orderly disembarkation, came into effect earlier this month. They were adopted following passenger complaints and flight inspections indicated a growing number of safety violations during taxiing after landing, according to the Turkish Directorate of Civil Aviation. It is not unusual in Turkiye for passengers to stand up or move inside the cabin soon after the plane has landed, often leading to chaotic disembarkation. Under the new regulations, commercial airlines operating flights in Turkiye are required to issue a revised version of the standard in-flight announcement to remain seated, warning that violations will be documented and reported, according to a circular issued by the aviation authority. Passengers are also reminded to wait for those in front of them to exit first instead of rushing forward. The circular does not say how much passengers who disregard the regulations could be fined, but Turkish media reports have said fines of up to $70 will be imposed. 'Despite announcements informing passengers of the rules, many are standing up before the aircraft reaches its parking positions and before the seat belt sign is turned off,' the aviation authority noted. 'This behavior compromises the safety of passengers and baggage, disregards the satisfaction and exit priority of other travelers,' it said. There have been no immediate reports confirming that the newly introduced fines are being enforced. Turkiye is a popular travel destination, drawing millions of tourists every year.
National Post
28-05-2025
- General
- National Post
Turkey will fine airline passengers who unbuckle before the plane stops
ANKARA, Turkey — Airline passengers in Turkey who unbuckle their seat belts, access overhead compartments, or occupy the aisle before their plane has fully stopped now face fines under new regulations issued by the country's civil aviation authority. Article content Article content The updated rules, which aim to enhance safety and ensure a more orderly disembarkation, came into effect earlier this month. They were adopted following passenger complaints and flight inspections indicated a growing number of safety violations during taxiing after landing, according to the Turkish Directorate of Civil Aviation. Article content Article content It is not unusual in Turkey for passengers to stand up or move inside the cabin soon after the plane has landed, often leading to chaotic disembarkation. Article content Article content Under the new regulations, commercial airlines operating flights in Turkey are required to issue a revised version of the standard in-flight announcement to remain seated, warning that violations will be documented and reported, according to a circular issued by the aviation authority. Article content Passengers are also reminded to wait for those in front of them to exit first instead of rushing forward. Article content The circular does not say how much passengers who disregard the regulations could be fined, but Turkish media reports have said fines of up to $70 will be imposed. Article content 'Despite announcements informing passengers of the rules, many are standing up before the aircraft reaches its parking positions and before the seat belt sign is turned off,' the aviation authority noted. Article content
Asharq Al-Awsat
28-05-2025
- General
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Türkiye Will Fine Airline Passengers who Unbuckle Before Plane Stops
Airline passengers in Türkiye who unbuckle their seat belts, access overhead compartments, or occupy the aisle before their plane has fully stopped now face fines under new regulations issued by the country's civil aviation authority. The updated rules, which aim to enhance safety and ensure a more orderly disembarkation, came into effect earlier this month. They were adopted following passenger complaints and flight inspections indicated a growing number of safety violations during taxiing after landing, according to the Turkish Directorate of Civil Aviation. It is not unusual in Türkiye for passengers to stand up or move inside the cabin soon after the plane has landed, often leading to chaotic disembarkation, The Associated Press reported. Under the new regulations, commercial airlines operating flights in Türkiye are required to issue a revised version of the standard in-flight announcement to remain seated, warning that violations will be documented and reported, according to a circular issued by the aviation authority. Passengers are also reminded to wait for those in front of them to exit first instead of rushing forward. The circular does not say how much passengers who disregard the regulations could be fined, but Turkish media reports have said fines of up to $70 will be imposed. 'Despite announcements informing passengers of the rules, many are standing up before the aircraft reaches its parking positions and before the seat belt sign is turned off,' the aviation authority noted. 'This behavior compromises the safety of passengers and baggage, disregards the satisfaction and exit priority of other travelers,' it said. There have been no immediate reports confirming that the newly introduced fines are being enforced. Türkiye is a popular travel destination, drawing millions of tourists every year.
BreakingNews.ie
28-05-2025
- General
- BreakingNews.ie
Air passengers who unbuckle seatbelts before plane stops face fines in Turkey
Airline passengers in Turkey who unbuckle their seatbelts, access overhead compartments, or occupy the aisle before their plane has fully stopped now face fines under new regulations. The updated rules issued by the country's civil aviation authority are aimed at enhancing safety and ensuring a more orderly disembarkation, and came into effect earlier this month. Advertisement They were adopted following passenger complaints and flight inspections indicated a growing number of safety violations during taxiing after landing, according to the Turkish Directorate of Civil Aviation. It is not unusual in Turkey for passengers to stand up or move inside the cabin soon after the plane has landed, often leading to chaotic disembarkation. Under the new regulations, commercial airlines operating flights in Turkey are required to issue a revised version of the standard in-flight announcement to remain seated, warning that violations will be documented and reported, according to a circular issued by the aviation authority. Passengers are also reminded to wait for those in front of them to exit first instead of rushing forward. Advertisement The circular does not say how much passengers who disregard the regulations could be fined, but Turkish media reports have said fines of roughly £50 will be imposed. 'Despite announcements informing passengers of the rules, many are standing up before the aircraft reaches its parking positions and before the seat belt sign is turned off,' the aviation authority noted. 'This behaviour compromises the safety of passengers and baggage, disregards the satisfaction and exit priority of other travellers,' it said. There have been no immediate reports confirming that the newly introduced fines are being enforced. Advertisement Turkey is a popular travel destination, drawing millions of tourists every year.
