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Pegasus Vape & E-Cigarette Rules: No Use On Board, Fines

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  • E-cigarettes and vapes must be in the cabin, never checked.
  • Do not use or charge them on board.
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You cannot use a vape or e-cigarette on a Pegasus flight: article 8.2.1 of Pegasus' general rules says the use of cigarettes, electronic cigarettes and any other smoke-producing items is not permitted on Pegasus flights, and article 8.2.2 says a breach is reported to the Turkish civil aviation authority (SHGM) and may bring administrative fines. Pegasus's rules on devices with lithium-ion batteries are set out in its own acceptance conditions.

🚭 What Pegasus says about vapes and batteries

From Pegasus' General Rules (articles 8 and 9).

QuestionPegasus rule
Using an e-cigarette on boardNot permitted (8.2.1)
Breaking the ruleReported to the SHGM and may be subject to administrative fines (8.2.2)
Power banks and other devices that can be switched offMay be used during the flight in compliance with the crew's instructions (9.6)
Devices with lithium-ion batteriesPegasus publishes separate acceptance conditions for carrying them on aircraft
  • Dangerous goods: Pegasus says items that may endanger the aircraft, passengers or belongings, including flammable liquids and solids, must not be placed in your baggage without its consent.
  • Liquids and gels: limitations on the carriage of liquid-gels apply in the airport terminals, the aircraft and checked baggage; Pegasus links the SHGM brochure on liquid items.
  • Checked baggage: if an item that is not permitted in checked baggage is detected, the bag may be opened without you present, in the presence of police, security officers and, on international flights, customs personnel.

❓ Quick answers

Can I use a vape on a Pegasus flight?

No. Pegasus' general rules say the use of cigarettes, electronic cigarettes and any other smoke-producing items is not permitted on its flights.

What happens if I vape on a Pegasus plane?

Pegasus reports the breach to the Turkish civil aviation authority (SHGM), and it may be subject to administrative fines under the law.

Can I use a power bank on a Pegasus flight?

Devices that can be switched off, including power banks, may be used during the flight in compliance with the crew's instructions, under Pegasus' general rules.

Where are Pegasus's rules for lithium batteries?

Pegasus publishes acceptance conditions for devices containing lithium-ion batteries, linked from its General Rules page.

Checked 8 October 2026 on the airline's own terms and pages. Rules change: confirm with Pegasus before you fly.

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Pegasus — General rules