How To Make a Paper Airplane

A paper airplane is one of those timeless arts that never grows old. It is a fast and entertaining one, whether you are a child out to have some fun or an adult who is feeling nostalgic.

Besides, it is not as messy as making slime (which we will discuss later). You will also come to know how to create a simple paper airplane in this guide that flies a long distance and in a straight line.

Best Paper for Making a Paper Airplane

The kind of paper you use is a big issue as far as the flight of your paper plane is concerned. Work on a sheet of A4 or a conventional 8.5×11-inch paper.

Using slightly heavier paper (such as printer paper) is better than using thin notebook paper because it can hold the folds together and also provides the notebook with a certain degree of weight, so it glides better.

Step-by-Step Instructions to Fold a Paper Airplane

Let’s walk through the classic Dart airplane — fast, easy, and perfect for beginners.

Step 1 – Fold in Half

First, fold your paper vertically (in length) to form a center line. Then unfold it.

Step 2 – Make the Nose

Fold up the two top corners until they meet at the center crease. There will be a triangle shape at the top.

Step 3 – Fold the Nose Down

Fold the triangle down so the tip touches the bottom of where the previous folds end.

Step 4 – Form the Wings

Fold each side at the bottom of the paper.

Step 5 – Final Adjustments

Make sure the wings are even. Give it a slight tilt to gain a lift. And you’re ready to fly.

How to Make a Paper Airplane Fly Far

A hint here is that you have to toss your plane on a smooth, firm toss, not hard. Tilt the wings as well to a small degree to enable gliding.

Why This is a Great Indoor Activity (Like Making Slime)

Paper airplanes are fast, entertaining, and extremely cheap. It is an excellent boredom killer, like the one that teaches you how to make slime at home. When playing with paper airplanes keeps hands occupied, another category of children will like playing with sticky materials such as butter slime, which is soft and can be stretched, and is fun to poke.

From Planes to Slime

When you are finished playing with your paper plane, why not change it to another practical activity? Slime is a craft that is rich in senses, and it is an excellent match to a creative day of play. All you require is glue, slime activator, and perhaps some drops of colour or lotion to make it butter slime. It goes everywhere like paper planes, but it is equally satisfying.