How to Make a Paper Airplane

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How to Make a Paper Airplane

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Here i will share with you the steps on how to make your own paper airplane! Enjoy!

Supplies

Only need one supply... A rectangle piece of paper!

Easy Peasy!

Choosing Your Sheet of Paper

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Choose a sheet of paper that is rectangular in shape, such as a standard 8.5 X 11 inch sheet of printer paper. You can also use origami paper or construction paper, but it may affect the way it flies..

Folding

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Fold the paper in half. Fold the paper in half lengthwise, so that the short edges are aligned with each other. Crease the paper firmly along the fold, and then unfold it so it is flat again..

Fold the Corners

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Fold the top corners. Take the top corners of the paper and fold them down towards the center crease, so that the edges meet the center crease. This will create a triangular shape at the top of the paper...

Fold the Edges

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Fold the top edge of the paper down towards the bottom edge, aligning it with the center crease. Crease the paper firmly along the edge..

Fold Wings

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Fold the wings of the paper down to create the wing of the airplane, the edges should meet with the bottom of the edge of the paper. Making two right angles of the bottom of the paper..

Folding Wings Part Two

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Fold the wings down to slightly create flaps. This step is important to help the direction of the airplane.

Fold the Tail

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Fold the bottom of the paper to create a small flap. Then fold it down again to create the tail of the airplane. This stabilizes the airplane..

FINALLY DONE

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Shape the plane by making small adjustments to the wings and body to get the desired flight pattern. Once you are satisfied with the shape, toss the plane into the air and watch it soar!