POWERUP New STARFLUX DIY Balsa Wood RC Airplane Kit – Build & Fly Smartphone Controlled Plane 4.0 | Made in USA, 2-in-1 Design, STEM Kit for Teens & Hobbyists

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Where Paper Meets Flight

Transform ordinary paper into extraordinary flying machines with smart tech and creative design.

STEM Disguised as Fun

Every launch is a lesson in aerodynamics, creativity, and problem-solving. Great for classrooms, STEM clubs, and curious minds.

Endless Folding Possibilities

Experiment with new designs, fold unique planes, and watch them take flight. Your imagination is the only limit.

Our Mission: Inspiring Flight

At POWERUP Toys, we reinvent the world’s most famous toy – the paper airplane. By blending classic design with modern technology, we empower kids, students, and hobbyists to create, explore, and learn STEM skills through the excitement of flight.

POWERUP 4.0 Smart Flight

Bluetooth control, powerful propellers, and carbon-fiber durability turn your paper airplane into a true flying machine.

DUAL FLIGHT DESIGN – 2 AIRPLANES IN 1 KIT – Fly in Normal Mode for smooth, stable flights or flip the airframe into Canard Mode for fast, agile performance. The only balsa wood airplane kit offering two unique flight experiences.
MADE IN THE USA – CLASSIC BALSA CRAFTSMANSHIP – Designed in collaboration with Nighthawk Gliders, precision laser-cut balsa sheets combine nostalgia with durability. Lightweight and strong for endless flying fun.
DIY STEM LEARNING KIT – Build in just 20 minutes! Encourages hands-on learning of aerodynamics, engineering, and creativity. Perfect for hobbyists, teens 15+, and flight enthusiast
APP-CONTROLLED RC FLIGHT – Powered by the POWERUP 4.0 twin-motor Bluetooth module with gyro stabilization, real-time telemetry, and autopilot assist. Smooth, stable flights even in wind.
PERFORMANCE READY – LONG FLIGHT TIMES – Up to 10 minutes per charge, ~230 ft (70 m) range, speeds up to 20 mph. Includes spare propellers, landing gear, micro screwdriver, and templates for paper airplane flying too.