The paper airplane with winglets is an advanced version of the classic paper airplane. The specially folded wingtips ensure better flying characteristics and a more stable flight behavior. This guide shows you step by step how to fold this special flyer.

Building paper airplanes: About this DIY guide

Each of our crafting guides includes a self-produced video and detailed step-by-step photos with thorough explanations. This combination makes recreating particularly easy: First, watch the video for an overview, then follow the individual steps using the photos and descriptions as a guide.

Materials needed:

An A4 sheet of paper
Scissors
Ruler
Pencil
A smooth surface for folding

Paper airplane with winglets: Step-by-step guide with photos and description

Before you start folding, it's best to watch the video once or twice. Our detailed photos will then guide you through each step. With a bit of care and patience, you will quickly be able to fold a perfectly flying paper airplane.

Paper airplane with winglets: Step-by-step instructions with photos and description. The picture 1 — **Step 1**: We start as with most paper airplanes: Fold the sheet in half and then fold the edges. This is our basic shape for the further build.

Paper airplane with winglets: Step-by-step guide with photos and description. The picture 2 — **Step 2**: Now fold the upper folded corner. This is just to create a crease line that we will need later. Next, fold the upper corner as shown in the photo.

Paper plane with winglets: Step-by-step instructions with photos and description. The picture 3 — **Step 3**: Now fold the edges upwards. Then fold the nose in a zigzag pattern. This step is important for the stability of the flyer.

Paper airplane with winglets: Step-by-step guide with photos and description. The picture 4 — **Step 4**: Fold the wings into position. Then take the scissors and cut out the middle part to shape the tail of the aircraft. Done! Your paper airplane with winglets is now ready for takeoff.

Flying tip:

Make sure all folds are well creased
The winglets should point upwards symmetrically
Throw the flyer gently and horizontally
Experiment with different throwing strengths

Origami promotes child development

Folding paper airplanes and other origami figures is more than just a pastime. It promotes important motor and cognitive skills in children. Precise folding and cutting trains fine motor skills, while following the instructions hones logical thinking. Working with paper in three dimensions enhances spatial imagination, and successfully creating a flight-worthy model boosts confidence and endurance. Particularly valuable is the bonding that happens during crafting: It creates quality time between parents and children and is simply fun. Children also learn that accuracy and patience lead to better results.

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Published on February 13, 2025 by Vitalii Shynakov

Published on: February 13, 2025
From Vitalii Shynakov

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.