Bedbug sightings reported on multiple Turkish Airlines flights

Kristin Bourgeois also reported seeing bedbugs while flying from Washington, D.C., to Istanbul. She stated, "Before departure, I noticed a bug crawling on my blanket. When I found another on the pillow, I realized it was a bedbug."

Turkish Airlines responded to these reports by stating: "Regarding recent news reports about bedbugs, we would like to emphasize that Turkish Airlines remains steadfast in its commitment to the highest standards of safety and comfort." They acknowledged that bedbug cases can occur in public spaces and assured that affected aircraft undergo necessary inspections and treatments.

The airline maintains regular cleaning and sanitation procedures for its aircraft before every flight and works closely with manufacturers for effective disinsection processes. "Turkish Airlines prioritizes the safety and comfort of its passengers at all times," they added.

Turkish Airlines boasts an extensive international network covering 131 countries across six continents. It recently set a Guinness World Record for flying to the most countries by launching a new route to Santiago, Chile.