The Stunt Plane
A playful design trimmed for loops and curved flight paths.
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The Looping Plane
The Looping Plane is a stunt cousin of basic darts. Upward trailing-edge bends and an arched throw are the main ingredients.
Difficulty: MediumTime: 5 minutesStunt
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How to Fold a The Looping Plane Paper Airplane
Step 1
Make a basic dart body
Follow a classic dart nose: center crease, corners in, edges in, fold in half.
All folding steps
Step 1 Step 1: Make a basic dart body
Follow a classic dart nose: center crease, corners in, edges in, fold in half.
Step 2 Step 2: Fold the wings
Fold both wings down evenly.
Step 3 Step 3: Add loop elevators
Bend the back edge of both wings upward. Add a small tail flare if you like.
Step 4 Step 4: Try a loop throw
Throw firmly with a slight upward arc. Adjust elevator until you get a curve or loop.
Flying Tips
- Start with modest elevator and increase gradually.
- Use a room with high ceilings.
Paper Airplane Specifications
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Folding time
- 5 minutes
- Paper size
- A4 or Letter
- Best for
- Loop challenges and party tricks
- Flight style
- Curved / looping when trimmed
- Notes
- Same base as a dart, different trim philosophy.
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View Folding GuideThe Looping Plane FAQ
My plane just climbs and falls. Why?+
Elevator is probably too strong or the throw is too steep. Reduce the upward bend and throw more forward.