Inside the luxury private jet which has been transformed into a cozy Airbnb
Once a plane has been decommissioned, it's usually either destroyed or sent to an airplane graveyard never to be seen again.
But one man had another vision: taking an unused private jet and turning it into an Airbnb.
Read through to see inside this unique accommodation.
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British-Australian businessman Johnny Palmer purchased an old Boeing 727 with no wings, engines, or tail.
He transported the shell to Bristol, England, where he renovated it to become a luxe accomodation listing.
Known as PYTCHAir, it has a kitchen, bathrooms and bedrooms along with a spacious living area.
"We've treated this as a restoration project rather than ripping everything out and changing it — and why would you?" he said.
"It's beautiful; it's totally raw 1980s billionaire kitsch."
The original aircraft took to the skies in 1968, and was owned by Japan Airlines. By 1981, it had been bought by a new owner and converterd into a private jet.
Japan Airlines and defunct German leisure carrier Hapag-Lloyd Flug between 1968 and 1981.
Though Palmer says he left the interior mostly the same, he brought in a car detailer to wash, polish, and vacuum everything.
He said that the lighting, sound, and plumbing all needed work.
The cockpit is still intact, with all the original buttons and knobs used by the pilots.
The plane costs £350 ($678) per night, and has a minimum two-night stay.
Initially, it was just used for parties and meetings.
"The initial novel and weirdness of the aircraft has kind of worn off a little bit for me," Palmer said.
"So, I thought now I can share it with more people and maybe get a few quid in for its running costs, maintenance, and ongoing improvements."
Comfortably, the plane sleeps four, though could fit more if needed.
The sleeping options include a separate bedroom with a king bed, a bunk bed, a pull-out couch, and a few sofas.
The jet also features two main living spaces for lounging and dining. These areas have couches, tables, chairs, sound equipment, and televisions.
