24/08/2025
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Sunflower Lanyard

For individuals with invisible disabilities, such as dementia, a speech impediment, or dyslexia, navigating the airport can be particularly challenging. To minimize these difficulties, the Sunflower Lanyard initiative, a widely recognized awareness and sensitivity program that originated in England, enables our staff to identify passengers with invisible disabilities. When our staff members see a guest wearing a Sunflower Lanyard, they understand that the guest may require additional support, and, potentially, more time.

 

Any guest who wishes to apply for a Sunflower Lanyard can do so, free of charge, by completing a request form at one of our information desks. It is not necessary to present a medical report. The Sunflower Lanyard is valid for all future travel and can be used at any location where this initiative is practiced.

Sunflower Lanyard

Departures Floor

Information Desk at Check-in Area D

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Departures Floor

Information Desk at Check-in Area K

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A Turkish First: the Sunflower Lanyard
A Turkish First: the Sunflower Lanyard