A flight instructor named Jon Kotwicki set out on a risky mission across the wide and breathtaking landscapes of Alaska.
He set out to refurbish three abandoned planes and turn them into spectacular Airbnbs since he had an entrepreneurial drive and a love of challenges.
Despite operating a flight school for six years, Kotwicki’s inventiveness and passion led him to seek a novel concept that would not only offer his pupils opulent lodging but also a memorable experience for tourists.
Finding the ideal planes to transform into Airbnbs proved to be a difficult process.
Following months of thorough investigation, Kotwicki discovered a Boeing 727, a DC-6, and a Douglas DC-9.
The procedure started with a $600,000 to $800,000 restoration budget per aircraft.
The fact that a sizeable chunk of the cash was set aside for disassembling and moving the planes to the school site shows how committed and determined Kotwicki was to realize his goal.
With the help of a group of knowledgeable experts, Kotwicki painstakingly converted each airplane into a unique living area.
A lavish bedroom will be housed in the Boeing 727, which has a separate entrance accessible via rear stairs.
While this is happening, the DC-6 and DC-9 will be transformed into private apartments with all the necessities including kitchens, bathrooms, washers, dryers, and even heated floor tiles.
For students and guests staying the night at the flight school, the bridges connecting the planes will act as common areas, generating a sense of community and shared experiences.
A hot tub will be constructed on one of the aircraft wings to provide an added touch of opulence, providing a special opportunity to unwind and take in the beautiful views.
The Boeing 727 and DC-9 will be prepared by the following winter, while the alteration of the DC-6 is scheduled to be finished in June.
These creative lodgings, which range in price from $200 to $700 a night, will complement the existing cabins on the property and expand the guest housing options.
