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You can fold paper planes that mimic the silhouettes of the film's famous jets:

If you want to create something "Top Gun" out of paper, you have several high-flying options ranging from simple paper airplanes to detailed papercraft models. The most iconic choice is the from the original film, or the F/A-18 Super Hornet and Darkstar from Top Gun: Maverick . 1. Iconic Paper Airplanes

For a more futuristic look, you can follow specialized guides to fold the XR-22 Starhawk , a paper plane inspired by the hypersonic Darkstar. Top Gun

Known for its "swing wings," you can find tutorials for creating this classic jet on platforms like TikTok or YouTube .

For a more realistic display piece, try a 3D paper model (papercraft): You can fold paper planes that mimic the

If you are looking for the specific paper airplane note from the 1986 film, communities like Reddit often discuss how to replicate that specific movie prop.

You can find detailed video tutorials on YouTube that walk you through cutting and assembling a complex US F-14 Tomcat model. Iconic Paper Airplanes For a more futuristic look,

If you prefer a guided experience, there are retail products designed specifically for this:

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