Turkey's Directorate General of Civil Aviation has enacted regulations that penalize passengers who do not follow in-flight instructions concerning seatbelt compliance and taking luggage from overhead compartments. The intent is to enhance safety and minimize disruptions during landings.
Passengers have often rushed to leave their seats at the end of flights, leading to potential safety hazards. Under the new regulations, those who stand or unbuckle their seatbelts before the aircraft reaches a complete stop may face fines, although the exact amount has not been specified. This rule was activated in early May, aiming to reduce incidents of unruly behavior among travelers.
The move reflects a broader trend as the airline industry grapples with passenger compliance and safety. In 2023, a report noted that failure to obey crew instructions was among the most frequent unruly passenger behaviors, which include harassment and verbal abuse. The rise in such incidents has prompted authorities like the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the U.S. to implement stricter penalties for non-compliance, including hefty fines and legal actions.
Unruly behavior in aviation spiked during the pandemic, primarily due to disputes over mask mandates, leading to significant operational disruptions for airlines. While the number of incidents has decreased recently in the U.S., the regulatory measures continue to evolve to ensure safety for both passengers and flight crews.
As Turkey's new regulations take effect, the airline industry is closely monitoring compliance to foster a secure flying environment.
Jenny Gross is a breaking news reporter covering significant developments in transportation and aviation safety.
Passengers have often rushed to leave their seats at the end of flights, leading to potential safety hazards. Under the new regulations, those who stand or unbuckle their seatbelts before the aircraft reaches a complete stop may face fines, although the exact amount has not been specified. This rule was activated in early May, aiming to reduce incidents of unruly behavior among travelers.
The move reflects a broader trend as the airline industry grapples with passenger compliance and safety. In 2023, a report noted that failure to obey crew instructions was among the most frequent unruly passenger behaviors, which include harassment and verbal abuse. The rise in such incidents has prompted authorities like the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the U.S. to implement stricter penalties for non-compliance, including hefty fines and legal actions.
Unruly behavior in aviation spiked during the pandemic, primarily due to disputes over mask mandates, leading to significant operational disruptions for airlines. While the number of incidents has decreased recently in the U.S., the regulatory measures continue to evolve to ensure safety for both passengers and flight crews.
As Turkey's new regulations take effect, the airline industry is closely monitoring compliance to foster a secure flying environment.
Jenny Gross is a breaking news reporter covering significant developments in transportation and aviation safety.
