Aeronautics and astronautics – Aircraft structure – Passenger or crew accommodation
Patent
1997-03-24
2000-06-27
Jordan, Charles T.
Aeronautics and astronautics
Aircraft structure
Passenger or crew accommodation
2441291, 4312, 52 65, B64D 1100, B64C 100, E03D 1112, E04B 1346
Patent
active
060796693
ABSTRACT:
A dual pivot expandable lavatory for use in limited spaces such as on an airplane. The lavatory may be positioned proximate the doorway area of the airplane, and is provided with a primary and a secondary pivotable module. Each module is pivotably attached to a stationary assembly conventionally affixed to the ceiling and floor of the airplane. During take-off and landing both modules are locked, by means of a locking system, in a stowed position within the stationary assembly. During routine flight, the locking system is unlocked and both modules are pivoted into a deployed position within the doorway area. A flight attendant's seat may be affixed to the exterior of the primary module. If the seat is used, an additional support foot is affixed to the primary module to accommodate the additional loading on the lavatory.
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Arnold Peter J.
Hanay James J.
LaConte Richard J.
Lewis Allan B.
Quan William C.
Anderson William C.
Jordan Charles T.
The Boeing Company
Wesson Theresa M.
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