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How to Make the Headhunter Paper Airplane


Are you looking to build some paper planes that fly much better than the competition? Meet the “Headhunter Paper Airplane“! It’s not your average paper airplane. This one is special because it combines making neat shapes out of paper (origami) and ensuring your plane flies great. It is made with care so that it perfectly works both for the neophytes in the world of papercraft and the ones who have been exposed to it for a while.

No longer those boring and plain planes that can barely go anywhere. With the “Headhunter Paper Airplane,” be ready for loads of fun. You’ll be a folding paper star in no time, or even if you just started learning the craft, this plane will ensure your creations become super cool. So pick up a piece of paper, fold it in, and watch it soar like it never thought possible!

Headhunter Paper Airplane
Headhunter Paper Airplane

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Gathering the Equipment

Prepare an A4 size sheet of paper. This is the best-suited medium to prepare your Headhunter Paper Airplane.

Headhunter Paper Airplane Step: 1

Step 3: Now we are going to create

Keep it horizontal, bringing the two corners of the sides to fold in towards the center. Do the same for the other side so that the corner formed is pointed like a nose in an airplane.

Headhunter Paper Airplane Step: 3a
Headhunter Paper Airplane Step: 3b
Headhunter Paper Airplane Step: 3c

Step 4: The Top Triangle Takes Shape

 Take the top part of the paper and fold it to form a triangle with the front part of your plane.

Headhunter Paper Airplane Step: 4a
Headhunter Paper Airplane Step: 4b
Headhunter Paper Airplane Step: 4c
Headhunter Paper Airplane Step: 4d

Step 5: Align Corners

Find the middle of the triangle and fold the two corners on it, creating a sleek-looking shape for flying.

Headhunter Paper Airplane Step: 5a
Headhunter Paper Airplane Step: 5b

Step 6: Fold and Fold

Try to turn the paper over. Fold the entire paper along the crease line in existence, giving the crease a good, sharp edge to keep it strong.

Headhunter Paper Airplane Step: 6a
Headhunter Paper Airplane Step: 6b

Step 7: Add Wings

 Here, a little less than a half-inch from the folded edge, a small space is left before folding to the sides to make wings, which later provide lift and stability during flight.

Headhunter Paper Airplane Step: 7a
Headhunter Paper Airplane Step: 7b

Step 8: The Final Touch

Gently separate the wings, making sure not to alter the form of the new layup. Your Headhunter paper airplane is complete and ready for flight!

Headhunter Paper Airplane Step: 8a
Complete Headhunter Paper Airplane !

Following the instructions in this guide very carefully at each step along the way, you have managed to produce from one sole piece of paper the Headhunter Paper Airplane. After a little practice, you should be able to get the airplane flying long straight paths, and your technique will improve.

This will prove not only an excellent creative opportunity but also a good chance to develop patience, concentration, and fine motor skills you yourself. So, prepare your materials and follow the given instructions to let your Headhunter Paper Airplane fly. Happy folding!

Author

  • Hi there! I'm Saima Islam, an author and origami instructor at origamipages.com. I'm passionate about sharing the art of paper folding with you. Through clear tutorials, I'll guide you, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned folder, to master origami and unleash your creativity. Let's embark on this exciting journey together!

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