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A dual pivot expandable lavatory for use in limited spaces such as on an airplane. The lavatory may be positioned proximate the doorway area of the airplane, and is provided with a primary and a secondary pivotable module. Each module is pivotably attached to a stationary assembly conventionally aff

A dual pivot expandable lavatory for use in limited spaces such as on an airplane. The lavatory may be positioned proximate the doorway area of the airplane, and is provided with a primary and a secondary pivotable module. Each module is pivotably attached to a stationary assembly conventionally affixed to the ceiling and floor of the airplane. During take-off and landing both modules are locked, by means of a locking system, in a stowed position within the stationary assembly. During routine flight, the locking system is unlocked and both modules are pivoted into a deployed position within the doorway area. A flight attendant's seat may be affixed to the exterior of the primary module. If the seat is used, an additional support foot is affixed to the primary module to accommodate the additional loading on the lavatory.

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[ What is claimed and desired to be secured by Letters Patent of the United States is:] [1.] An expandable lavatory comprising:(a) a stationary assembly having a substantially open side wall and a corner post attached to said side wall;(b) a stationary toilet assembly affixed within said stationary

[ What is claimed and desired to be secured by Letters Patent of the United States is:] [1.] An expandable lavatory comprising:(a) a stationary assembly having a substantially open side wall and a corner post attached to said side wall;(b) a stationary toilet assembly affixed within said stationary assembly;(c) a primary module pivotably attached to said corner post, said primary module being movable within said side wall from a stowed position substantially within said stationary assembly to a deployed position substantially outside of said stationary assembly;(d) a releasable locking assembly for securing said primary module in said stowed position and in said deployed position, and(e) a secondary module pivotably attached to said side wall and being movable within said side wall from a stowed position substantially within said stationary assembly to a deployed position substantially outside of said stationary assembly, said secondary module being provided with at least one roller for rolling contacting said primary module, whereby said secondary module moves when said primary module is moved.