Bill,

Have you really decided what amenities you want or need built in?

I have seen plenty of air show folks who just spend the occasional night
camping out near or in their plane. Not changing the plane much at all,
except to add sleeping space and heat would seem to be an option. Then, a
portable generator and a few gadgets would work. This assumes you can use
the airport or marina plumbing.

Even if this is an intellectual exercise, I am all for it. I don't foresee
ever having the ability to buy and maintain one of the really big sea
planes, so I want to know what the possibilities are as well. I would likely
want to know what tricks I could use to upgrade something like a caravan, or
one of the cabin class pistons.

I am hoping the value of the single engine turbo props comes way down with
the new jets. I foresee a retired user being able to accept the trade offs
involved in one of these planes when the businesses are able to upgrade to a
2 million dollar class jet and save money.





"William M" wrote in message
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Bought an old Percival Sea Prince (twin engine with approximately
2,000 pounds useful with full fuel.

This might turn into an academic exercise only, but would really like
to save on car rental, hotel and restaurant costs when traveling. I've
already figured out the transportation portion with a scooter and side
car, but need thoughts on cabin heating, stove, fridge, shower, sink,
toilet, etc.

Anyone out there seen a converted beech 18, maybe a Grumman Widgeon,
or something similar in size?

Thanks
Bill