This Man Turned a Retired Boeing 727 into a Unique, Eco-Friendly Home
Bruce Campbell has always had a creative eye for the unconventional. In his twenties, he purchased 10 acres of forested land in Oregon for $23,000, envisioning a one-of-a-kind home project.He first considered using cargo containers but changed direction after learning about someone who converted a Boeing 727 into a residence. Inspired, Campbell followed suit—with his own approach. In 1999, he bought a retired Boeing 727 from Olympic Airways for $100,000. Moving the plane from Greece to Oregon cost another $120,000, bringing the total to $220,000.Once the plane arrived, Campbell began converting it into a livable space. He kept many of the aircraft’s original features, including the cockpit, and added essentials like a small kitchen, sleeping area, and shower. The result is ...









