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How to Fly Rubber Band Balsa Wood Airplanes

Balsa wood airplanes originally were manufactured in 1926 by Nu Craft Toys. That company eventually became the Paul K. Guillow Co., named for its owner, and now is part of BrandlandUSA's Nifty Science Brands, which includes Estes Rockets and Revell Models, as well as Chemcraft and Gilbert chemistry sets. Many children have played with balsa wood airplanes over the years. They are easy to assemble, easy to use, and they make a safe backyard toy that all ages can enjoy.

Things You'll Need

Balsa wood airplane kit
Scissors
Open space

Instructions

- 1
  Use scissors to open the plastic bag containing the balsa wood airplane. The plane's parts are fragile and trying to tear open the bag often results in broken pieces.
- 2
  Follow the simple instructions and assemble the plane. It should take no more than a couple of minutes.
- 3
  Go to an open space you can use as your flight area. Remember that trees can be very hazardous to a balsa wood airplane, as well as cement. A clear backyard or an open field works best.
- 4
  Wind the rubber band, which powers the balsa wood airplane, as tightly as possible.
- 5
  Aim the plane slightly upward and in the direction you want it to fly, and let it go.

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