Hey everyone, Trik here!
If you’ve followed my journey on YouTube, you already know what we do: we take a simple, flat sheet of paper and turn it into something that defies gravity. Whether it’s an F-22 Raptor screaming across a room, a precision jet hitting 150 feet in seconds, or a Phoenix origami bird that loops right back into your hand like a boomerang, we make paper fly.
For years, the channel has been the ultimate spot for step-by-step video tutorials. But as our community grew to over 330,000 creators, I realized we needed a true home base. A place where we can dive deeper into the science of paper aviation, share exclusive folding blueprints, and build a hangar for makers of all skill levels.
Welcome to the official TriKdanG website.
What We’re Building Here
Think of this site as your digital pre-flight checklist. While YouTube is great for showing you how to fold a design in crisp HD, this blog and website will give you the underlying tools to become a master paper engineer.
Here is a look at what’s landing on the site soon:
- Aerodynamic Breakdowns: Why does a wing dip happen? How do small adjustments to your elevators change a glide into a stunt loop? We’ll break down the real physics of paper flight.
- Troubleshooting Guides: Because nothing is more frustrating than a plane that nose-dives. I’ll give you step-by-step fixes for the most common folding and throwing errors.
- Printable Schematics & Book Updates: Get direct updates on my book, Modern Paper Airplanes, alongside exclusive design templates you can download right at home.
The Golden Rule of TriKdanG Folding: Precision is performance. A millimeter difference in your base fold can be the difference between a record-breaking flight and a crash landing. Take your time, crease sharply!
Grab Your Paper: Your Pre-Flight Checklist
Before you head over to check out our latest designs like the F-14 Tomcat X or the Shuttle X, make sure your workstation is set up for success:
- The Paper: Always use standard Letter-size ($8.5″ \times 11″$, 20–24 lb) or standard A4 paper (80 g/m²). Anything too heavy won’t fold sharply; anything too light won’t hold its momentum.
- The Crease: Use the back of your fingernail or a plastic card to make every single fold bone-dry sharp.
- The Launch: When you test fly, avoid throwing straight up or straight down. Aim for a smooth, consistent launch angle of 20 to 30 degrees relative to the horizon.
Thank you all so much for the incredible support over the years. I am so excited to open up this new chapter with you. Look around, get your paper ready, and let’s keep creating masterpieces that defy gravity!
Happy flying,
Tri Dang