POWERUP 4.0 The Next-Generation Smartphone Controlled Paper Airplane Kit, RC Controlled. Easy to Fly with Autopilot & Gyro Stabilizer. for Hobbyists, Pilots, Tinkerers.
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Edition: POWERUP 4.0
Features
- PILOTED FLIGHT - Grab a sheet of paper, fold it, and go! Instantly put yourself in the cockpit of an amazing smartphone controlled paper airplane that does high speed tricks. The bluetooth module, which includes autopilot control, connects to your phone so you can experience the sensation of flying countless paper, foam, and even Balsa Wood airplane models.
- INCREDIBLE STABILITY - Loops, Barrel Rolls, & Hammerheads are achieved with the special Acro Mode! Your paper planes onboard computer automatically calibrates your paper airplane for imperfect weather with a built-in launch assist and wind stabilizer. Now hobbyists, tinkerers, or students can become the flight controller!
- CONNECTED FLYING - Pair your plane with the POWERUP App to maneuver your plane, keep a robust flight log, compete with other flyers on the leaderboard, and learn to fold new plane designs.
- RAPID CHARGING - A 30 minute quick charge gives you 10 minutes of flight time along with an incredible range of up to 230ft! Traveling up to 20mph, your plane will spend less time on the tarmac and more time in the air. Simply connect the included micro USB cable to a charging port and plot out your next journey.
- STEM READY - Experience the aerodynamic forces that make flight possible through various wing configurations. Lift, drag, thrust, and gravity are learned first hand. Purchase the Night-Flight Kit and Accessory Kit to see how different parts create a new experience. Great for an outdoor class or exploration together with family.
Brand Name: POWERUP
Age Range Description: 8 years and up
Model Name: 500-050BB
Batteries are Included: Yes
Included Components: Airplane Kit, Spare Propellers, Charging Cable, Paper Airplane Templates
Number of Items: 1
Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS): 96.0
Model Number: 500-050BB
Unit Count: 1.0 Count
Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS): 1188.00
UPC: 860239001465
Set Name: 4 red paper plane templates
Manufacturer Part Number: 500-050BB
Manufacturer Warranty Description: 1 Year Warranty
Item Type Name: POWERUP 4.0 Original Smartphone Controlled Paper Airplanes Conversion Kit - Durable Remote Controlled RC Airplane for Beginners
Manufacturer: Tailor Toys LLC
Power Source: Battery Powered
Additional Features: Gyro Stabilized for easy control in any weather
Operation Mode: Smartphone Controlled
Battery Description: Lithium-Ion Polymer or Lithium-Ion
Are Batteries Required: Yes
Number of Batteries: 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included)
Is Assembly Required: Yes
Maximum Speed: 20 Miles per Hour
Educational Objective: STEM, Aerodynamics
Number of Players: 1
Toy Vehicle Form: Airplane
Color: White
Theme: Airplane
Item Weight: 19 Grams
Size: 19.05 cm x 1.8 cm x 3.8 cm
Item Dimensions: 7.5 x 0.71 x 1.5 inches
Material Type: Carbon Fiber, Foam, Nylon
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Edition: POWERUP 4.0
This gets a 1000/10 on the fun scale. I have never used the Invader fold that comes with the kit; I've always used POWERUP 4.0 with my original fold that I've been developing for years (see images; I'm a nerd.) Best place to fly for me has been an empty hotel ballroom, or an empty parking lot. (An empty ballpark or gymnasium might be good too.) My longest flight time is 7 minutes and 7 seconds, and it ended because the battery died. The flight time graph in the POWERUP app goes up to 8 minutes. Flight time probably depends on how draggy or efficient your fold is, and how you fly it (lots of climbs and tightly banked turns use a lot of thrust). The flight controls on the phone are very easy, but might seem awkward at first. There are presets for which model you have. There are also three "Custom Plane" presets, which worked for me perfectly for me without any adjustments. To fly, you hold your thumb down and that unlocks the plane's thrusters, and you slide up for more thrust, and slide down for less. Your thrust application changes your altitude. When you tilt your phone side to side, that is how your steer. (There is another control setting where you use two thumbs, but I don't use that one...) There is an "auto pilot" system that tries to make corrections and aids in your flight (for example, if the nose goes too high, it will cut the thrusters so that the plane doesn't stall). This can help your flight, but I find it can also cause odd oscillations to occur. You can try to dial in and tune your flight characteristics in the app (which is VERY COOL), but I honestly think it's way easier to adjust your fold for better flight before editing the characteristics in the software... If you want less "auto pilot" intervention, you can turn on "Acro Mode" which, I think, turns a lot of that computer stuff off. I only fly in Acro Mode, and my plane flies amazingly. As for frustrations... You CAN get really frustrated, especially when you're testing a design and you only have 8 minutes of flight to test. It takes about 15-20 minutes to fully charge. I usually use that time to fold another spare wing, or to try a new fold. Just keep in mind that you can easily wait 20 minutes for a charge and then waste the entire charge crashing every 15 seconds... Spare parts and accessories are easy to find, and they're pretty cheap. I have the landing gear installed, which, at first, I thought was silly and made the plane look silly, but my folds last longer because the landings are much softer now (even though not perfect). I never take off from the ground though; I always throw it, as there isn't much control when it's on the ground. A couple notes for success... Understand which ways the propellers rotate and which one goes on which side. There is a distinct left and right one; they are not the same! If you use tractor mode (where POWERUP 4.0 is installed with propellers in front) you'll have to swap the left and right propellers to reverse the direction of thrust. POWERUP says tractor mode hasn't been tested. I still think it's a challenge, but be careful when trying to fly in this configuration. I feel I get MUCH better flight control with "Acro Mode" on. Lastly, never fly with your phone in "Low Power Mode" as I've found there to be way more Bluetooth dropouts (it's generally a very stable connection though). Have fun!!!
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Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2024 by Lawrence
Edition: POWERUP 4.0
Grandson loved it. he wants more of them. They are as stable as you would expect for a paper airplane. He has gotten several hours of enjoyment out of it. Easy to build. Great size and great value for what you get.
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2026 by Pam Kirkwood
I definitely think this is the best kit to buy from power up. It has you actually build an airplane that covers making an airfoil design in the wing and making dihedial joint for stability of the airplane. Its a great stem project for kids who can grasp the concepts and then get to enjoy the flight achieved. I will warn people though that you need a lot more space than you think you do. I had lost one power up before in a tree when it got pushed back in light light winds and couldnt make a successful flight back. Almost this one once when controls stoped responding and landed in someones yard. I was using a football field, but the plane flies fast and distance is hard to approximate when high up and the glide the plane has even without power input . But i obviously bought a second one since its such a joy to fly and yhe ability to fly it with other paper airplanes or aircraft you create makes the possibilities endless. Fantastic product overall thats a joy to use 🙂
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Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2025 by Nathan
Edition: POWERUP 4.0
Since I have gotten this, I have loved it. My longest flight was 9 minutes with the Invader model. I love that during flight it will tell you when you have flown for 1 minute, 2 minutes, etc. I am watching the plane and don't really look at how much time I have been in the air, so that's a really good feature of it. And I love that they have other planes that you can fold and you just choose that plane in the app and it also tracks which plane you have flown and also you can see each flight that you have done and the duration of each flight. Just make sure that you fly it on grass because if you fly it near concrete, and you land on it, you will possibly break a propeller, so I would buy the spare propellers if you are going to be flying near a hard surface like a basketball court or other hard surface.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2023 by Wes
Edition: POWERUP 4.0
The PowerUp 4.0 may seem a bit pricey at first, but it is absolutely worth it. My 10-year-old has spent hours and hours playing with it—far more than any other Christmas present this year. What I love most is that it genuinely inspires creativity, invention, and problem-solving. He enjoys building planes from the app as well as designing his own, constantly tweaking and improving them to see what flies best. As a bonus, it gets him outside and moving, running after his planes and testing new ideas. It’s rare to find a toy that blends STEM learning, creativity, and physical activity so seamlessly, and this one really delivers.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2026 by Lisa L
The electronics and the iPhone app are first rate. The balsa wood kit was a little challenging in spots such as having to break the wing in half to obtain the proper wing angle. I was able to complete the balsa wood plane in about an hour and a half. Beware that the kit does not include the necessary superglue or a sanding block despite the fact that the ad says it does. I contacted the company and they apologized for the misleading ad, but did not offer any compensation. The accessories kit is largely worthless in that there is no explanation for how to use any of the parts and they are largely unnecessary to complete the balsa wood plane. The paper airplane had good video directions I searched but could not locate any such instructions for the balsa wood plane The plane was fun with these caveats. I have built many balsa wood planes so I did have experience. A child would require some help.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2024 by kiddjimbo