Author: Ivan

The triangular-wing model (Delta configuration) features high speed and excellent stability in gliding flight. The single-piece construction with double stiffening folds and a bamboo spar protects the airframe from deformation during launch.Materials needed:1 Watercolor paper (1 sheet, A3 or A4 size)2 Long bamboo skewer (30 cm)3 PVA glue4 Modeling clay for balancing5 Ruler, pencil, scissors, … Continue reading “Paper Delta-Wing Glider”

Paper Forward-Swept Wing Glider “Berkut”The forward-swept wing design gives the model excellent stability and a fast gliding flight. The aircraft is based on a single-piece paper cutout with smooth transitions to the fuselage, which protects the paper from tearing during landings.Materials needed:Watercolor paper (1 sheet, A3 or A4 size)Long bamboo skewer (30 cm)Cyanoacrylate glue (superglue)Modeling … Continue reading “A glider with a rearward swept wing.”

This single-piece layout with a forward canard wing looks like a futuristic drone. Thanks to the integrated paper fuselage strip, it comes together quickly and holds its geometric alignment perfectly.What you’ll need:A sheet of heavy paper (watercolor paper or Bristol board works best)A long wooden or bamboo skewerPVA glue (or any paper-friendly craft glue)A small … Continue reading “Forward-swept canard”

How to Make a Simple Flying Wing with Thread StabilizationWhat you will need for assembly:Heavy paper (watercolor paper or poster board)Square wooden skewerThread and a needleCompass or round plateRuler, pencil, utility knife, and scissorsPaper glue (PVA or any similar glue)Modeling clay for ballast 1)Step-by-step assembly instructions:Making and preparing the wing. Take a sheet of heavy … Continue reading “Flying wing Code name: Kolobok.”

It may not look like a traditional paper airplane, but it flies surprisingly straight and far. The best part is that you can build this model in just 10–15 minutes using items you probably already have at home.Materials needed:Heavy paper (watercolor paper or poster board). Regular printer paper is too soft and the rings will … Continue reading “Ring toss”