{
  "id": 19149731,
  "title": "Fold Epic Paper Airplanes",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/fold-epic-paper-airplanes",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-09T12:19:22.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Hacker News",
    "slug": "hacker-news",
    "url": "https://www.foldableflight.com/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "This World Record prototype can soar over 300 feet in the air. Unite holds the record for the longest time aloft, staying airborne for an impressive 31.2 seconds. Tutorials for Arrowhead have been viewed by over 100 million people online. The Corsair is a versatile paper airplane that performs well both indoors and outdoors. The SU-27 is modeled after the Russian fighter jet and flies remarkably well. The Cub serves as the prototype for the world record-breaking design known as CHEEtah. Mystic is a modified version of the Nakamura Lock design, created by Eiji Nakamura. Quick Blade is both easy to fold and capable of flying over 100 feet. Developed by Michael LaFosse, the F-14 Tomcat is an iconic design. AeroDactyl is another easy-to-fold plane that flaps as it soars through the sky. Jetstream is an asymmetrical paper airplane that maintains good flight performance. Venom is an aggressive-looking paper airplane that can fly over 100 feet. Double Take may appear unusual, but it still flies effectively. Ballista is recognized as the fastest plane on the site, so launch it with all your strength! Ghost Bat flaps as it flies while also offering a great glide ratio. Concorde is based on the classic dart design but includes a few additional steps. Astral is relatively easy to fold and flies an exceptionally long distance. Emperion One is a great glider, both with and without the PowerUp motors.",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}