WHILE it's theoretically impossible to live in the skies, one man has gotten as close as humanly possible. Jon Kotwicki, a former pilot and previous owner of a flight school in Florida, has turned jet planes into homes . The flying enthusiast owns FLY8MA Pilot Lounge , a flight school that offers flying lessons, scenic views of Alaska, and hands-on pilot training.
The school grounds include over 100 acres of land, which initially began as a runway. Once the business gained traction, the former pilot was able to add cabins to accommodate students and tourists. On-site at FLY8MA are two converted planes, a McDonnell Douglas DC-6 and a McDonnell Douglass DC-9, that Kotwicki has transformed into homes, wings and all.
Read More on Travel His first plane-to-home project, the DC-6 in the past, used to fly fuel to villages in Alaska. After heavy renovations, the plane's inner body boasts two bedrooms, a bathroom, and even a fire pit on the wing deck. Interested travelers can even rent the place out for a nice on Airbnb.
Kotwicki recently opened bookings for the DHL DC-9, accommodating larger groups with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Most read in Travel Fancy upgrades added a sauna, hot tub, and heated floors, accommodating up to seven guests for a first-class experience. Travelers can book a stay, but it's not cheap—it'll cost $899 a night.
However, the inclusions, such as an outdoor shower, lake access, ski lifts, a BBQ grill, and pets allowed on the grounds, may make the stay.