<p>The world's tallest woman, Rumeysa Gelgi, shared a glimpse of her travelling experiences, revealing the challenges she faces while flying.&nbsp;</p>
<p>With a height of 7 feet 0.7 inches (215.16 cm), Gelgi faces unique challenges during air travel and needs customised arrangements to make her travel comfortable and safe.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Guinness World Records shared a video of Gelgi, which she documented on her journey with Turkish Airlines as she travelled to the US and the UK.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/abu-dhabi-creates-guinness-world-records-with-largest-fireworks-and-drone-show-on-new-year-8583036" rel="dofollow">Abu Dhabi creates Guinness world records with largest fireworks and drone show on New Year</a></strong></p>
<p>To make her travel safe and comfortable, Gelgi was assisted by airline staff to board the plane while lying flat on a stretcher.</p>
<p>Flying on a stretcher provides her back support on a flat surface. The airline removed six seats from the aircraft and installed a custom stretcher for her comfort.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Flying on a stretcher allows her to board a plane and enjoy her flight while keeping her back on a flat surface.</p>
<p>To allow Ms Gelgi to travel while lying down, Turkish Airlines removed six seats from the aircraft and installed a custom stretcher, ensuring the support and comfort she needed.</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://wionews.com/india-news/ayodhya-set-two-guinness-world-records-with-25-mn-lit-diyas-and-over-1000-people-performing-aarti-together-772498" rel="dofollow">Ayodhya set two Guinness World Records with 2.5 mn lit diyas and over 1000 people performing aarti together</a></strong></p>
<p>"How does the world's tallest woman travel and visit her friends? Turkish Airlines provided Rumeysa's flight for her recent adventures to the US and UK," the video caption read by Guinness World Records.</p>
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<p>Further, to make her journey memorable, the airline's in-hour chef and crew surprised her with a chocolate cake to celebrate her first time in the clouds.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/texas-woman-sets-guinness-world-record-by-donating-over-2600-litres-of-breastmilk-774839" rel="dofollow">Texas woman sets Guinness World Record by donating over 2,600 litres of breastmilk</a></strong></p>
<h2>Reason behind her special treatment?</h2>
<p>Gelgi in a comment, revealed that she has scoliosis, a condition characterized by severe spinal curvature, and has undergone surgery to implant two long rods and 30 screws in her spine.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Due to this, flying on a stretcher is the safest and only viable option for her.</p>
<p>Her incredible height is due to a condition named Weaver syndrome. The syndrome causes accelerated growth and remarkably advanced bone age.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/teenager-enters-guinness-world-records-for-largest-feet-and-hands-761519" rel="dofollow">Teenager enters Guinness World Records for largest feet and hands</a></strong></p>
<p>Moreover, it also causes limited mobility of the joints, instability when walking, and difficulties in breathing and swallowing, according to Guinness World Records.</p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>
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World, trending: With a height of 7 feet 0.7 inches, Rumeysa Gelgi faces unique challenges during air travel and needs customised arrangements to make her travel comfortable and safe. 

The world's tallest woman, Rumeysa Gelgi, shared a glimpse of her travelling experiences, revealing the challenges she faces while flying. With a height of 7 feet 0.7 inches (215.16 cm), Gelgi faces unique challenges during air travel and needs customised arrangements to make her travel comfortable and safe. Guinness World Records shared a video of Gelgi, which she documented on her journey with Turkish Airlines as she travelled to the US and the UK. Also read: Abu Dhabi creates Guinness world records with largest fireworks and drone show on New Year To make her travel safe and comfortable, Gelgi was assisted by airline staff to board the plane while lying flat on a stretcher. Flying on a stretcher provides her back support on a flat surface. The airline removed six seats from the aircraft and installed a custom stretcher for her comfort. Flying on a stretcher allows her to board a plane and enjoy her flight while keeping her back on a flat surface. To allow Ms Gelgi to travel while lying down, Turkish Airlines removed six seats from the aircraft and installed a custom stretcher, ensuring the support and comfort she needed. Also read: Ayodhya set two Guinness World Records with 2.5 mn lit diyas and over 1000 people performing aarti together "How does the world's tallest woman travel and visit her friends? Turkish Airlines provided Rumeysa's flight for her recent adventures to the US and UK," the video caption read by Guinness World Records. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Guinness World Records (@guinnessworldrecords) Further, to make her journey memorable, the airline's in-hour chef and crew surprised her with a chocolate cake to celebrate her first time in the clouds. Also read: Texas woman sets Guinness World Record by donating over 2,600 litres of breastmilk Reason behind her special treatment? Gelgi in a comment, revealed that she has scoliosis, a condition characterized by severe spinal curvature, and has undergone surgery to implant two long rods and 30 screws in her spine. Due to this, flying on a stretcher is the safest and only viable option for her. Her incredible height is due to a condition named Weaver syndrome. The syndrome causes accelerated growth and remarkably advanced bone age. Also read: Teenager enters Guinness World Records for largest feet and hands Moreover, it also causes limited mobility of the joints, instability when walking, and difficulties in breathing and swallowing, according to Guinness World Records. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: World's tallest woman Rumeysa Gelgi reveals her unique travel experience

<p>The tallest and shortest women in the world came together in London to celebrate the 20th annual Guinness World Records Day. Rumeysa Gelgi, a 27-year-old web developer from Turkey who stands at 215.16 cm (7 ft 1 in), met Jyoti Amge, a 30-year-old actor from India who is 62.8 cm (2 ft 1 in) tall.</p>

<p>Guinness World Records shared a video of their meeting on Instagram.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Gelgi said, “It was so amazing meeting Jyoti for the first time. It was difficult for us to make eye contact at times due to our height difference, but it was great. We do have things in common; we both love make-up, self-care, and doing our nails.”</p>

<p>Amge said, “I’m used to looking up and seeing people taller than me but I was so happy to look up today and see the world’s tallest woman. I’m delighted that I’ve met Rumeysa, she is so good-natured, and I felt very comfortable talking to her.”</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/stuck-on-x-cop29-fails-to-set-climate-finance-goal-as-summit-enters-final-hours-778042">Stuck on 'X': COP29 fails to set climate finance goal as summit nears end</a></strong></p>

<p>Gelgi, who has a rare condition called Weaver syndrome, was the first person in Turkey to be diagnosed with it. The syndrome, which causes rapid growth and skeletal abnormalities, has only been diagnosed in 27 cases worldwide. Meanwhile, Amge, known for her role as Ma Petite in the TV series American Horror Story, has achondroplasia, a form of dwarfism.</p>

<p>Both women have been recognised as Guinness World Records icons and are featured in the 70th-anniversary edition of the book.<br />
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Craig Glenday, editor-in-chief of Guinness World Records, praised the pair, saying, “Guinness World Records is all about celebrating differences, and by bringing together these two amazing, iconic women, they can share their perspectives on life with each other and also with us. The Guinness World Records icons are those record holders who truly embody the spirit of GWR. They come from all areas, from science and technology, sports and the arts and media, and are also those dedicated record holders who we see year after year.”</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The tallest and shortest women in the world came together in London to celebrate the 20th annual Guinness World Records Day. Rumeysa Gelgi, a 27-year-old web developer from Turkey who stands at 215.

The tallest and shortest women in the world came together in London to celebrate the 20th annual Guinness World Records Day. Rumeysa Gelgi, a 27-year-old web developer from Turkey who stands at 215.16 cm (7 ft 1 in), met Jyoti Amge, a 30-year-old actor from India who is 62.8 cm (2 ft 1 in) tall. Guinness World Records shared a video of their meeting on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Guinness World Records (@guinnessworldrecords) × Gelgi said, “It was so amazing meeting Jyoti for the first time. It was difficult for us to make eye contact at times due to our height difference, but it was great. We do have things in common; we both love make-up, self-care, and doing our nails.” Amge said, “I’m used to looking up and seeing people taller than me but I was so happy to look up today and see the world’s tallest woman. I’m delighted that I’ve met Rumeysa, she is so good-natured, and I felt very comfortable talking to her.” Also read: Stuck on 'X': COP29 fails to set climate finance goal as summit nears end Gelgi, who has a rare condition called Weaver syndrome, was the first person in Turkey to be diagnosed with it. The syndrome, which causes rapid growth and skeletal abnormalities, has only been diagnosed in 27 cases worldwide. Meanwhile, Amge, known for her role as Ma Petite in the TV series American Horror Story, has achondroplasia, a form of dwarfism. Both women have been recognised as Guinness World Records icons and are featured in the 70th-anniversary edition of the book. Craig Glenday, editor-in-chief of Guinness World Records, praised the pair, saying, “Guinness World Records is all about celebrating differences, and by bringing together these two amazing, iconic women, they can share their perspectives on life with each other and also with us. The Guinness World Records icons are those record holders who truly embody the spirit of GWR. They come from all areas, from science and technology, sports and the arts and media, and are also those dedicated record holders who we see year after year.” (With inputs from agencies)

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