Before throwing away a postcard, wouldn't you like to make something fun from it? No matter the size and proportions of the postcard, these instructions will turn it into a speedy airplane.
Steps
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Cut the postcard as shown. Note the relative proportions of each piece.
Cut the postcard as shown. -
Fold the pieces as shown.
Fold the pieces as shown.-
For the middle piece, make sure the folds are square.
For the middle piece, make sure the folds are square.
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Fold the largest piece into a hollow pillar and hold it together with a tape.Fold the largest piece into a hollow pillar and hold it together with a tape.
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Glue the wings on the column (body) as shown.
Glue the wings on the column (body) as shown.
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Lift both ends of the main wing and the center of the tail wing a little.Lift both ends of the main wing and the center of the tail wing a little.
Tips
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When a line is scored with a pin, it folds better.
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After flying the plane, adjust the wings slightly. Experiment.[1][2]
- When air resistance is big, try making the body of the plane a little slimmer. [3]
- It's possible to put a some weight on the top and adjust it.
Warnings
- Do not throw in a direction where it may cause harm. Especially, do not throw it at somebody's face.
Things You'll Need
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One used postcard (Japanese postal cards are:100mm x 148mm / density:200g/㎡)
- Scissors
- Adhesive tape
- Glue
- Ruler
- Bodkin
- Pencil
