Since the Rocket Glider project was released in MAKE Volume 31 (makezine.com/go/rocketglider), it’s been wildly popular. But one struggle that younger builders have is getting the glider pulled back on the handheld catapult. With this portable and inexpensive launcher, even the youngest kids can achieve impressive flights.
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Jumbo Hand-Launcher for Folding Wing Glider
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Steps
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Step #1: Cut a stake and drill a hole.
Make 2 angled cuts in the pine board to form a point on one end, then drill a 1/4" hole centered on the opposite end.