As the world slowly comes to terms with the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic and learns to adjust to life with social distancing protocols, Turkey is aiming to reopen two of its busiest airports.
Initially, the airports will handle only domestic flights. As per the plan to ensure safe travel, everyone entering the airport premises will be required to wear face masks and gloves. Similarly, people who eat at airport restaurants will be made to maintain the required distance from each other. Under the new rules, only baby care products, laptops and ladies’ handbags can be taken onboard, Ersel Goral, CEO of Sabiha Gokcen,“Also, liquids such as cologne and disinfectants that have a high rate of alcohol will be allowed to be taken on the plane, provided they are under 100 millilitres .” Istanbul is a key tourist destination with millions of people visiting the former seat of the Ottoman Empire every year.