In a recent announcement, Yüksek stated that those who fail to “respect the disembarkation priority of the passengers in front of or around them” can be reported to authorities and hit with an administrative fine under Turkey‘s aviation regulations.

So how much will that impulsive aisle dash cost you? According to The Washington Post, the fine could reach 2,603 Turkish lira, roughly $67 USD.

The new rules cover several behaviors that have become all too common on flights:

• Unbuckling seat belts too early
• Standing before the plane stops taxiing
• Opening overhead bins prematurely
• Rushing the aisle ahead of your row

These moves, officials warn, don’t just disrupt order, they jeopardize passenger safety and show a disregard for fellow travelers.

As of February 2026, this fine is still being implemented.

So if you’re flying to or through Turkey anytime soon, stay buckled, stay seated, and stay patient. That extra 90 seconds of waiting could save you a fine, and the scorn of every other passenger on board.