New law in Turkey: getting up on the plane can be expensive!

New law in Turkey: getting up on the plane can be expensive!

In Turkey, a tightened regulation for flight passengers is now valid. The new UoD-2025/01 regulation, which came into force on May 2, 2025, stipulates that the premature weight loss of the seat belt is no longer tolerated after landing. Passengers who get up with a bright stroke sign will have to count on an advertisement in the future. However, the exact amount of the possible punishment has not yet been determined. These measures to protect security on flights are implemented by the General Directorate for Civil Aviation (SHGM).

The cabin staff is encouraged to report “passengers that are contrary to the prescription” of the aviation authority. This not only includes getting up early, but also opening the luggage compartments before reaching the parking position, which is also strictly prohibited. Turkish Airlines has already started with new announcements to warn the passengers of the consequences of their behavior.

Security is going on

A spokesman for the SHGM emphasized that the safety of passengers comes first. The new regulations aim to avoid accidents when getting out. In particular, the risk of falling luggage or jerky movements of the aircraft should be minimized. These security measures are the result of similar efforts that have already been implemented in many countries to increase the security in aviation.

With the new regulations, the Turkish aviation authority reacts to incidents in the past and demands more compliance with the safety regulations. As part of this initiative, targeted warnings are also pronounced by the cabin staff.

The introduction of these measures is generally considered a step in the right direction to better protect both the passengers and the crew during the flight. With the violation of the new regulations, not only possible fines, but also disruptive effects on the flight process.

The Turkish airlines, led by Turkish Airlines, are asked to strictly enforce these regulations and ensure that passengers are informed about the serious consequences of their behavior. This requires to raise awareness of the security procedures in order to guarantee a smooth process on board.