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Why doesn't my standard dart plane fly well?

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You may have too many creases on the piece of paper. The more wrinkled the paper, the shorter the distance the plane will fly.

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Why is it called a dart plane?

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It is called a dart plane because you throw it the same way you would throw darts at a dartboard. Also, they fly very straight and quite far as a dart would.

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My airplane didn't look right, and it didn't work at all. What could I have done wrong?

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Maybe your paper's length or width is wrong. It could also be a problem with the weight or texture of the paper you used.

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How far will a dart paper airplane fly?

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It depends on how well you fold the plane. If you build it very well, it generally will go anywhere from 30 to 60 feet. How you throw the dart also is a factor.

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Do I have to use sticky tape?

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No.

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What should I do if it doesn't look good and does not fly?

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You can try starting over with a new piece of paper, and making a new airplane.

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What do I do if my dart paper airplane only flies a short distance?

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Try making less folds or use a different design.

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What can I do if I want to change the look of the airplane?

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You can add designs with markers, stickers, paint, glitter glue, etc. You can get creative with your plane and decorate it however you want!

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What does it mean if my dart paper airplane didn't fly straight?

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Your piece of paper is either too heavy or you have creases in it.

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What's the best paper airplane to make for a school project?

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If you are going for something basic, use the typical blunt-nosed paper airplane; it's extremely easy to build, and has a simple design and a great flight distance.

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Can I make a smaller version of the plane?

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Yes! all you need to do is use smaller paper, which means you'll have to contend with making harder-to-fold folds.

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Can I fold the wings up to make it more stable for flying?

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Yes, this helps keep it balanced. Experiment with wing positions for different tricks!

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