An Indian aviation enthusiast has taken his love for flying to another level by bringing a piece of one of the world’s most luxurious airline suites into his Dubai home. Arun Rajagopal’s unusual project involved restoring part of Etihad Airways’ exclusive A380 Residence, turning it into a functional space inside his apartment.
As reported by The Flight Club, Rajagopal initially wanted to buy only the leather sofa seats, but Wings Craft founder Fawaz Mohammed Ali persuaded him to acquire the entire section. (Also Read: Singapore Airlines crew member falls ill mid-flight, passenger doctor steps in to help ) (Also Read: KLM CEO takes on cabin crew duties on Johannesburg flight, serves meals, hot towels to passengers ) Rajagopal’s Dubai apartment features an extensive collection of aviation memorabilia, including first-class seats from Emirates’ first Airbus A380, aircraft components and inaugural flight certificates. His latest addition is the living room section of Etihad Airways’ exclusive three-room Residence suite, which features a private living area, a separate bedroom and an en-suite bathroom with a shower.
He has even converted an A380 wheel into a coffee table, according to CNN Travel.
