The paper airplane is the perfect introduction to the art of paper folding. With this origami tutorial, you will learn a simple yet effective folding technique. Folding paper airplanes not only promotes creativity but also spatial thinking and fine motor skills. Children will playfully learn the basic principles of aerodynamics. Our tutorials are equipped with clear video sequences and detailed photos. You will see - this paper airplane is easy to fold and flies really well. We have designed the tutorial in a way that you can easily follow each step.

Paper airplanes have fascinated generations. With our model, you can host exciting flight competitions or explore flight characteristics through small modifications. The folded plane is perfect for indoor and outdoor use.

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With every folded paper airplane, you enhance your folding technique. You learn the importance of symmetric and precise work for good flight characteristics. This experience will also help you with other crafting projects.

Paper Airplane: Step-by-Step Tutorial with Video, Photos, and Descriptions

Before you start folding, watch the video once or twice. It is best to use regular printer paper - it has the ideal weight for paper airplanes. An A4 sheet is perfectly suitable.

Fold paper airplanes: Step 1
Step 1: Lay the sheet horizontally in front of you and fold it in half. Then fold both outer edges towards the center line. This forms the basic shape of your airplane.
Fold paper airplane: Step 2
Step 2: Rotate the folded sheet 90 degrees so that the pointed corner is facing upwards. Fold the tip downwards. Then bring the two upper corners down and secure them with a small fold at the bottom edge. Then fold the airplane in half.
Fold paper airplanes: Step 3
Step 3: Now it's time for the wings: You have two options. Either fold them back in an arrow shape as shown in the picture - ideal for fast, long flights. Or shape wide, straight wings - perfect for slow gliding flights. With the wide wings, you can simply release the plane above your head and watch it gently glide forward.

Paper Airplane: Closing Remarks

Thank you for taking the time to explore our paper airplane. We are glad that you are discovering the joy of paper folding - especially when you share this exciting activity with your child. Experimenting together with different flight models is not only fun but also enhances the understanding of physics and technology. Would you like to try out more paper airplanes or other folding projects? Check out our tutorials for origami and money folding. From simple to more advanced models, you will definitely find your next exciting crafting project with us.

PS: Your First Paper Airplane - a True Classic

Currently, you can find about 20 different folding instructions for paper airplanes on our platform. Some of these models are true flight artists, while others impress with their realistic appearance or spectacular design, even if they do not fly very far.

However, the paper airplane shown here is something very special: It is usually the first origami folding attempt that children master. With just a few simple folding steps, an amazingly airworthy model is created. The best part? It flies exceptionally well!

The flight characteristics of this paper airplane can be greatly influenced by small modifications. If you pay attention to symmetry and precision while folding, you can achieve two different flight variations: With wide wings, it glides majestically and far through the air - perfect for long-distance flight competitions. If you fold the wings narrower, your plane transforms into a fast glider that shoots through the air like a fighter jet.

It is this versatility that makes this classic paper airplane so special. Not only is it easy to fold, but it also offers plenty of room to experiment with different flight techniques and modifications.

Simple paper airplane: Folding instructions with video and images

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Vitalii Shynakov has been working in the areas of online retail, marketing and customer satisfaction since 2012. Until 2022, he was the head of personnel development and online sales department of four successful stores. He has been part of the TutKit.com team since 2024.