Ingredients:
- 1 sheet of paper (8.5″ x 11″)
Instructions:
Step 1: Fold in Half
- Fold the paper in half lengthwise.
- Unfold the paper and fold it in half widthwise.
- Unfold the paper again.
Step 2: Make Diagonal Folds
- Bring the bottom corners of the paper up to meet the center line.
- Crease the folds and unfold the paper.
Step 3: Fold the Wings Down
- Turn the paper over.
- Fold the top corners down about halfway to the center line.
- Crease the folds and unfold the paper.
Step 4: Fold the Wings Up
- Fold the wings up along the creases you made in Step 3.
- Crease the folds and make sure the wings are even.
Step 5: Tuck in the Flaps
- Fold the flap on the left wing under.
- Then, fold the flap on the right wing up and over the first flap.
- Crease the folds.
Step 6: Fold the Nose Down
- Fold the nose down about 1 inch.
- Crease the fold and unfold the paper.
Variations for Improved Flight:
- Adjustment Tabs: Cut small slits (about 1/4 inch long) in the trailing edge of the wings. By folding these tabs up or down, you can adjust the plane’s glide.
- Wing Dihedral: Bend the wings slightly upward at the tips. This can help with stability during flight.
- Nose Weight: Add a small paperclip or ball of paper to the nose of the plane for added weight. This can improve stability and glide.
- Wingtip Folds: Fold the tips of the wings slightly upward. This can help with maneuverability.
- Tailplane: Fold a small piece of paper (about 1″ x 0.5″) in half and glue it to the top of the fuselage, behind the wings. This can provide additional stability and control.
Tips for Better Flight:
- Use a thin, lightweight paper (e.g., printer paper).
- Crease the folds sharply.
- Make sure the wings are symmetrical.
- Toss the plane gently and at a slight upward angle.
- Experiment with different launch heights and speeds to find the optimal flight path.
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Kroger Recipes
Paper Airplane
www.kroger.com/r/paper-airplane-recipe/59957d04-2d18-49ec-92fa-b671d7168533
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