Guillow's Flying Machine Balsa Wood Model Airplane Kit, 17 in Glider Toy

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Product Description Bring Aviation History to Life with a Classic Flying Machine Step away from the screens and enjoy hands-on outdoor fun with the Guillow's Flying Machine Balsa Wood Toy Airplane Glider Kit. Proudly manufactured by a leader in scale model aviation, this classic construction kit blends traditional hobby crafting with the thrilling physics of flight. Featuring a large 17-inch wingspan and a lightweight balsa wood frame, this model airplane is engineered for stable, aerodynamic glides and impressive outdoor performance in yards, parks, or open fields. Wind-Up Power for Effortless Surface Takeoffs No batteries or charging cables required. This DIY glider plane relies on a high-torque, wind-up rubber band motor paired with a durable plastic propeller to generate authentic thrust. Simply wind the propeller by hand to store kinetic energy, place the aircraft on a smooth flat surface, and watch it execute a realistic, self-powered takeoff. The rugged balsa construction absorbs minor impacts, making it resilient enough for repeated flight sessions. An Engaging STEM Educational Craft Project Perfect for young builders, students, and hobbyists alike, this balsa wood plane serves as an exceptional, practical introduction to aviation physics and engineering. Assemble the pre-cut pieces to learn directly about aerodynamic lift, drag, thrust, and gravity. Whether you are assembling it on a kitchen table as a rainy-day family activity or launching it at school for a science class STEM project, it delivers a rewarding, memorable building experience. Everything Needed to Build and Fly in One Box This complete mechanical hobby kit comes packaged with pre-cut balsa wood parts, the propeller mechanism, landing wheels, and the required rubber band power strip. It is a fantastic screen-free gift for boys, girls, teenagers, and adult vintage model collectors. Designed for hobbyists ages 10 and up, it offers a wonderful opportunity for parents and kids to build, tweak, test, and fly an authentic model aircraft together. From the Manufacturer Guillow's toy airplanes have been around for over 60 years, providing millions of youngsters with fun and enjoyment and letting their imaginations soar. These planes just naturally bring a smile to anyone that throws a toy glider into the open sky. The Flying Machine is a large, sleek long distance flyer featuring a plastic propeller, nose bearing and landing gear. Two motor bands provided. Individually packaged in a shrink-wrapped full color box.