Turkey to fine tourists who stand before plane stops
Passengers flying into Turkey could soon face a $70 fine if they stand up before the plane comes to a complete stop.
The country’s civil aviation authority is introducing the penalty to stop people from moving toward the exit while the aircraft is still landing or taxiing.
Authorities say the move is aimed at improving safety and ensuring passengers follow instructions to remain seated until it is safe to leave.
Airlines will be required to warn travellers that breaking the rule could result in a fine.
According to the German DPA news agency, “Airlines are obliged to remind passengers to fasten their seatbelts during and after landing until they reach the parking position and to explicitly point out that any infringement will be reported to the aviation authority, and a fine will be imposed.”
Turkey is one of the most visited countries in the world, drawing millions of tourists every year. The new rule is expected to make the landing process smoother and less chaotic for both crew and passengers.
