Türkiye has officially tightened its in-flight safety rules. Now, passengers who rush to stand, unbuckle their seatbelts and/or reach for the overhead bins before the aircraft has fully stopped at the gate, can can be subject to fines of up to $70.
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The new regulation comes after repeated safety concerns during taxiing, when the aircraft is still in motion and sudden stops, which can lead to injuries. Airlines operating in Türkiye are now required to update their in-flight announcements to warn travelers about these potential penalties.
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Travel guides stress if you’re flying to, from or within Türkiye, stay buckled until the seatbelt sign turns off — not just for safety, but now to avoid a fine too.