Patent ID: 6398163
Filing Date: 2002-06-04
Classification: B64D

Abstract:
An enhanced luggage bin for aircraft to receive larger luggage comprising:(a) an existing shelf-type luggage bin having a bin shelf, first and second bin side bulkheads extending upwardly from said bin shelf, a bin top extending between upper ends of said bin side bulkheads, and a rear bulkhead, said shelf and said side bulkheads defining an opening for insertion of luggage therein; (b) shelf extension mounting brackets attached to said side bulkheads and extending outwardly therefrom to receive a shelf extension; (c) a shelf extension mounted upon said shelf and attached to said brackets to extend the effective load carrying area of said shelf; (d) a door hinged at its top for closing said opening, said door having a curved outer surface and rearwardly extending webs, said webs configured to engage front surfaces of said side bulkheads when said door is closed; (e) trim pieces covering ends of said shelf extension, said trim pieces having depending wings to cover exposed areas of said mounting brackets.