A new set of airline rules in Turkey is making headlines—and might just change how passengers behave after landing. Starting soon, passengers who stand up before the seatbelt sign turns off will face a $70 fine. Rushing to the front of the plane or jumping ahead of your turn could cost an additional $50.
The goal is simple: enforce proper deplaning etiquette. The new rules are a response to the growing trend of travelers jumping up the moment the landing bell rings, creating chaos in the aisles. As world travelers Nick Collins and Anthony Turk discussed on The Roggin Report, the move is a mix of safety concerns and cultural expectations. "I think people need to learn proper etiquette," Anthony Turk said. "The front of the plane gets off first, and it should go seat by seat. Nobody should be pushing in front of anybody."
Meanwhile, American Airlines is rolling out its own method to manage passenger behavior—but at the boarding gate. The airline is testing new technology that tracks who boards early. If you try to sneak on before your boarding group is called, the system will automatically send you to the end of the line.
Though it’s not yet widespread in the U.S., the idea of fines or technological enforcement has sparked a conversation about travel courtesy. "Make it $100. You're going to feel that," Collins quipped. "Maybe the seat belts shouldn't release until your row is called."
The debate also touched on Istanbul Airport, rated the world’s best airport a few years ago. Some believe that these new measures might elevate the airport’s reputation for efficiency even further. "I think it's great," said Turk. "And I think they're going to be even better when they start collecting all those fines from people who are rude and pushy."
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By: Fred Roggin
May 28, 2025
