The Delta has a wide delta wing form, winglets (turned-up wings), and a solid blunt nose. The Delta is a slow moving glider.
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Its forward weight design and large tapered winglets make it a stable flier. The Delta is not designed for accuracy, but if built right and launched from a high place it can be made to generate long sweeping turns.
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