Turkish Airlines extends flight suspension

Turkish Airlines’ flight suspension due to coronavirus has been extended into early to mid June, the national flag carrier has announced.

Domestic flights are now suspended until June 4 and international flights until June 10, said an airline statement late Wednesday.

The earlier suspension lasted until May 28.

Also under the decision, once flights resume, carry-on bags will not be allowed in the cabin area but will be checked with other baggage.

In addition, the 8-kilogram cabin baggage allowance will be added to passengers’ luggage allowance.

Handbags may be brought into the cabin.

Turkish Airlines, founded in 1933, boasts a fleet of 361 passenger and cargo aircraft.