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Introduction: Creating a Simple Paper Airplane

Paper airplanes are a fun and easy way to pass the time. This guide will walk you through creating a classic design that flies well. Let's get started!

Materials You'll Need:

One sheet of standard 8.5 x 11 inch paper (printer paper works perfectly)

A flat surface to work on

Step 1: The Initial Fold

Take your sheet of paper and fold it in half lengthwise, bringing the top edge down to meet the bottom edge. Crease the fold sharply. This creates the center line of your plane.

Step 2: Folding the Top Corners

Open the paper back up. Now, take the top right corner and fold it down towards the center crease you just made. Align the edge of the paper with the crease and crease it firmly. Repeat this process with the top left corner, folding it down to meet the center crease. You should now have a triangle shape at the top of your paper.

Step 3: Folding Again Towards the Center

Take the top right edge (of the already folded triangle) and fold it down towards the center crease again. Align the edge with the crease and crease it firmly. Repeat this process with the top left edge. You should have a smaller, narrower triangle shape at the top of your paper.

Step 4: Folding the Plane in Half

Now, fold the entire plane in half along the original crease you made in Step 1. This will bring the folded triangle shapes on the outside. Make sure the edges are aligned.

Step 5: Creating the Wings

Fold one of the top edges down to create a wing. The wing should be parallel to the bottom edge of the plane. Leave about an inch or so between the bottom of the plane and the wing fold. Crease this fold firmly. Repeat this process on the other side, creating the other wing. Try to make both wings as symmetrical as possible.

Step 6: Testing and Adjustments

Your paper airplane is now complete! Hold the plane underneath the wings, near the center of gravity (usually about a third of the way back from the nose). Throw it gently forward, giving it a slight upward angle. Observe how it flies. If it nose-dives, you might need to bend the trailing edges of the wings slightly upwards. If it stalls, you might need to bend them down slightly. Experiment with small adjustments to the wing flaps to improve its flight performance.

Conclusion: Enjoy Your Flight!

You've successfully created a classic paper airplane. Experiment with different paper types and folding techniques to explore variations on this design. Have fun and happy flying!

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