Can you hold a bag on your lap during takeoff and landing on a flight to Istanbul?
Based on 1 discussion with 2 participants · Last activity: 17 days ago
TL;DR
A small bag on your lap is usually fine, but nothing can be left in the aisle or on the tray table during takeoff and landing. In exit rows, airlines require you to stow everything, even a jacket on your lap, in the overhead bin.
What the community said
In exit row seats, reputable airlines require passengers to stow everything in the overhead bin, even a jacket resting on your lap — either wear it or put it up.
19 days ago Exit row seats
You can't leave anything in the aisle during takeoff and landing, but a small handbag on your lap is generally allowed without issue.
20 days ago
A small bag with valuables (not carrying significant cash) can be kept on your lap during takeoff instead of being stowed overhead.
20 days ago