The New World Champion Paper Airplane Book: Featuring the World Record-Breaking Design, with Tear-Out Planes to Fold and Fly

This is one of two "must have" paper airplane books that are out there for serious folders.I have collected almost every paper airplane book in or out of print that I could find in the last few years as I discovered that paperflight was a great way to combine two of my hobbies: paragliding and origami. So being the obsessive that I am for these sorts of things, I started rounding up every book on the subject and I discovered that there are really just two books that I couldn't do without: this book and LaFosse's "Planes for Brains."Inside this book you will find all of Mr. Collins' most useful and elegant models with a few exceptions that can be found in his first book, "The Gliding Flight." The "Suzanne" model which was used to set the distance world record referenced in the title of the book is really the most elegant and impressive plane model around. It is simple enough that anyone over 6 or 7 could fold it, but it just goes and goes. Forgoing the tape and using nose or fuselage locks makes for a go-to plane in any situation. Two others not to miss in this book which were included in earlier books of his are the "Starfighter" and the "Boomerang." Both are great, especially the latter. With some practice at both folding and flying, the Boomerang is too much fun. And how Collins ever figured out how to fold this plane is a mystery as its folds are rather non-intuitive, however it is definitely worth learning.There seems to be some dissatisfaction regarding this book in that the models are too complex. They are complex, but they are not the most complex around. They are, however, the most accomplished around. The models in the LaFosse book mentioned above are really beautiful and have their own genius to the folding (they are even more complex), but they do not perform as well as Collins' planes do. If you are looking for a rudimentary paper airplane book, I would recommend the Klutz book as it is simple, but has some useful ideas for kids to explore with.Hope that helps.

This was a very good book my son really enjoyed exploring new designs.

My son loves this book! There is some unnecessary confusion due to print quality and cutting off the picture without a break line symbol, but once I figured that out, it was manageable. Still, a puzzle at times for those reasons. But one plane, "Walk This Ray," is even missing some steps! At least I think it is, near the end. If not, I would love some help with that one. My 6.5 year old son is absolutely in love with making paper airplanes. He can't quite read yet, and yet was so determined, he has done all of the planes in this book. Most, without my help. That is more a testament to his interest and skills than the ease of the book. But if you have a paper airplane lover, they will probably love this book. It's our first paper airplane book. After we do a few more books, I'll come back and update my review to compare.

The media could not be loaded. So when I got this book I was amazed by how informative it was aspect ratio and alot more defines all the vocabulary clearly. Amazon says it is for people 11 to 13 but I think that this book is 8+age. If you are debating on buying this book or not I think that YOU should buy this book.It is an amazing book.

We got a lot of use out of this! Kids can often lose interest in things after a day or two—if not a couple hours—but my son was making airplanes for weeks and weeks.. months… maybe years! Still picks it up now and then. Hours and hours of fun for the whole family…

After watching a video online of this author, I had to get one of his books. My son age 8 was very excited to have his first paper airplane books. For him some photos very difficult to understand. However, since I have some experience in origami I could understand it to assist him. So I think some of the photos and instructions could have been better for young kids to understand. This book is primary for kids. And, when kids can't understand they get discourage to do more challenging paper airplanes. My son enjoyed folding several of the paper airplane models. Secondly, the binding on this particular book is very poor i believe its called library spiral binding. Which in less than a month have lose pages. Meaning, some pages have rip from the book. If standard book binding was used I think it would have been more durable. for that reason, unfortunately, I could have not given this book a higher rating.

Very cool book, but lots of text and theory of design. Better for older kids, FYI. It's a lot more than just a tear-out page and fold paper airplane book! Totally okay for adults who like flying paper airplanes, too!

I bought this for my software development team, to demonstrate how testing and adjustment applies to things other than code. This book talks a lot about trial and error.Before starting any airplanes, be sure you have perfectly flat, lightweight 8 5" X 11" paper. Also, be sure to read about the different folds and the markings used in diagrams. Be sure your folds are precise and tight. After that, you'll be ready to get flying!These airplanes are generally a moderate to difficult build, not intended for the average child under 12 years old.I like that the book is composed of paper that is not overly bleached. Thank you for sharing our world a little less pollution!