Friction and velocity, and if u want to go into it a little more the weight, content, and amount of force exerted to throw the paper airplane.
Yes, weight may affect a paper airplane by increasing its mass. This may alter its glide ratio and change its wing loading.
If it is too heavy, it will drop down. If it is too light, It is vulnerable to the slightest gust of wind. It is best to make it in-between(the average weight of a paper airplane)
it is the gravity affects the weight
Attaching paperclips to a paper airplane can help increase its weight and therefore its momentum, potentially allowing it to fly further through improved stability and aerodynamics. However, too many paperclips can also hinder its flight by adding excessive weight and disrupting the balance of the plane.
The combination of wing area and plane weight affect a paper airplane's glide ratio and range.
if you place a paper clip on your paper airplane, you may find it improves performance by equalizing the load (weight) and lift (what the wings generate)
C. Lift. Lift is the force that acts on the airplane at a distance A while it is flying.
The wing shape of an airplane, particularly its airfoil profile, affects its ability to generate lift. A curved or cambered wing shape helps generate more lift, allowing the airplane to carry more weight. Additionally, the wing design influences the distribution and efficiency of lift across the wingspan.
1) Size of rubber bands 2)Take off height 3)Shape of plane 4)Airplane weight
The heavier weight of a thicker paper will affect the range of the flight, and different folding characteristics and stiffness will affect the aerodynamics.
An airplane produces enogh lift to fly with weight. Cargo planes are designed to do that.