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Folding guide

The Falcon

The Falcon is an intermediate step up from beginner darts: still pointed, but with enough wing to recover from imperfect throws.

Difficulty: MediumTime: 5 minutesDistanceSpeed
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How to Fold a The Falcon Paper Airplane

Center crease

Step 1

Center crease

Fold in half and open.

All folding steps

  1. Step 1

    Step 1: Center crease

    Fold in half and open.

  2. Step 2

    Step 2: Corners to center

    Fold both top corners in.

  3. Step 3

    Step 3: Second taper fold

    Fold edges to the center again.

  4. Step 4

    Step 4: Small nose tuck

    Add a small nose fold to stiffen the tip.

  5. Step 5

    Step 5: Halve the plane

    Fold along the center crease.

  6. Step 6

    Step 6: Wing folds

    Fold both wings evenly and open to a slight dihedral.

Flying Tips

  • Check that the nose tuck is centered before flying.
  • A smooth release beats a violent snap for consistent distance.

Paper Airplane Specifications

Difficulty
Medium
Folding time
5 minutes
Paper size
A4 or Letter
Best for
Intermediate practice and mixed flight goals
Flight style
Sleek dart with moderate glide
Notes
Good bridge between beginner and advanced darts.

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The Falcon FAQ

Who is the Falcon for?+

Folders who already know the classic dart and want a slightly more refined nose and wing setup.