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For anyone who’s ever dreamed of taking to the skies, there’s no better place to start than with a paper airplane. This wikiHow teaches you how to make an impressive paper airplane that flies very well in the air.
Steps
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1Make sure the short side of the paper is facing you. Fold it in half lengthwise.
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2Fold the top edges so they are aligned with the center.Advertisement
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3Fold the top point down to the bottom edge and crease it .
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4Fold the top edges, so they are aligned with the middle.
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5Fold the little tab in the middle up, making a lock.
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6Fold it in half lengthwise.
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7Fold wings.
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8Finish! For a good flight, throw it up as hard as you can.
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Community Q&A
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QuestionHow do I stop the plane from spinning?Community AnswerMake sure the wings are not folded on the edges, if they are folded it will spin.
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QuestionHow can I stabilize the paper plane so that it stays in the air for a longer time?Community AnswerMake folds in the wing. Down works best. Also make longer wings, but you have to throw gently.
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QuestionWhy does it always spin and come back to me?Community AnswerIt is probably dynamics. Try to throw it into the wind rather than against it. If that doesn't help, remake your airplane and see if the second version is better.
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Things You'll Need
- 8.5 x 11" sheet of paper
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