chanik Posted September 3, 2010 Report Share Posted September 3, 2010 It's pretty much impossible as is, but as someone who prefers long flights to out-of-the way spots, it can be very convenient to use the plane as a tent at times. So I came with this after some measuring and much trial fitting and cutting: It's made of 6mm birch ply with a reinfocing piece shown to add stiffness. It custom fits through the bulkhead as shown here, resting on the seat rails in the front and the bulkhead rim midway back. The rear 2' is just hanging free. With just 14" openning, I find side sleeping better but I tend to sleep on my side anyway. For comfort, you need to lower the tail to within 6" of the ground with the rear tie-down or else you slide into the stick all night long with your shoulder. You're about balanced over the main gear so it isn't much force on the tail. Here it is stowed. Each one weighs about 3lbs. Quirky, I admit, but it works pretty well. I'll bring them to Page if anyone wants to try it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CT4ME Posted September 4, 2010 Report Share Posted September 4, 2010 Brilliant idea... for comparison purposes... how big/small are you? Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chanik Posted September 5, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2010 Big. 5'11", 200lbs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josjonkers Posted September 5, 2010 Report Share Posted September 5, 2010 I guess it is innovative, but I will try Super 8 first or pitch a tent..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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