The Hammer
A heavy-nose plane that punches through light indoor drafts.
EasyDistanceSpeedBeginner
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How Does Gravity Affect Paper Airplanes?
Gravity pulls on every part of the plane. Where the mass sits (especially near the nose) changes whether the plane dives, stalls, or glides smoothly.
Weight is not the enemy
Heavier planes are not automatically worse. A bit of nose weight can prevent an early stall. Too much nose weight creates a dive.
Center of gravity
The center of gravity is the balance point. If it sits too far back, the plane may pitch up and stall. Too far forward and it may nose in.
The Hammer and Bulldog Dart move mass forward on purpose for straight, sturdy throws.
Planes to try with this idea
The Bulldog Dart
A thick-nosed dart that stays sturdy and tracks well on firm indoor throws.
EasyDistanceSpeedBeginner
View Folding GuideThe Stable Glider
A dihedral-focused glider that forgives small throwing mistakes.
EasyGliderBeginner
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