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Pegasus Airlines baggage enforcement: Hand luggage weight (usually 8kg + 3kg personal item) is inconsistently enforced at the gate. While often overlooked, random spot checks with scales can occur at boarding. It is advised to stay within limits to avoid potential extra charges at the departure gate.
For Pegasus Airlines, if a soft hand luggage item (e.g., a garment bag) slightly exceeds stated dimensions but can be compressed to fit within the airline's sizing gauge (metal box), it is generally accepted as compliant.
For Pegasus Airlines flights with a 'Light' fare (typically including only 3kg of hand luggage), a laptop should usually be packed within the main carry-on bag. While checks are not extremely frequent, it is advisable to confirm the airline's specific hand luggage policy beforehand to avoid issues during boarding.
In Turkey, the tourism sector is experiencing significant disruptions. Numerous hotels have closed, leading to major issues at airports. Passengers on several Turkish Airlines flights have faced delays of up to 10 hours after check-in and baggage drop, with some instances of being deplaned and required to re-enter security. Additionally, Turkish Airlines has reportedly begun blacklisting passengers identified as 'problematic'.