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How to Make a Paper Jet Paper Airplane

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A fast jet with a sharp nose and wide, swept-back wings. It starts like the classic dart, then the wings are folded close to the body so they come out big.

You need: One sheet of printer paper (US Letter or A4).

Print instructions (PDF) Printable template See the steps

Step by step

1
Use a sheet of printer paper. Fold it in half the long way, then unfold.
2
Fold the top corners in to the centre crease.
3
Fold the slanted edges in to the centre crease again.
4
Fold the plane in half behind, along the centre crease.
5
Turn the plane on its side, nose to the right.
6
Fold the top layer down along a line close to the bottom edge, so the wing is wide and swept back.
7
Turn the paper over.
8
Fold the second wing down the same way.
✓
Open the swept wings so they sit level. Throw it fast and straight.

Tips

Throw it hard and level, like a dart.
If it rolls to one side, check that both wings are the same size.

Questions

What paper do I need for a Paper Jet paper airplane?

One sheet of printer paper (US Letter or A4).

How hard is it to fold?

It is rated easy and takes 8 steps. It is one of the simpler models on the site.

Can I print the instructions?

Yes. The printable PDF has every diagram and step on 1 page. There is also a sheet with the fold lines printed on the paper, numbered in folding order.