The Orlando Science Center has officially earned its place in the Guinness World Records, although it’s not for what you might think. As per a report by ClickOrlando, 300 people gathered to simultaneously launch paper rockets, etching the achievement into record history.
Now, these aren’t your average paper planes; they’re a very specific kind, made entirely out of paper and defined as toys that perch on top of a straw. In a blink, upon a firm blow through the straw, these handmade projectiles rocket into the air, triggering cheers—or, in this case, a new world record. Designed to fly, each participant was armed with one such rocket and given three chances to nail a successful launch within 15 seconds of a cue, as WESH confirmed.
Setting a record is no walk in the park; the launches had to be on point—either ascending or zipping horizontally through the vast interior of the Dr. Phillips CineDome. And it’s fair to say not every flight was up to snuff. “A flight was considered successful when, because of the air pushing the rocket, the paper rocket flew upwards or horizontally. Only successful flights were counted,” in the words obtained by ClickOrlando.
The Orlando Science Center made history with a Guinness World Records judge on-site to confirm the launch of each rocket. Participants synchronized their launches, following a precise signal to ensure every paper rocket counted. Now officially certified, the Science Center received a Guinness certificate and a spot in the 2025 edition of the iconic record book.
This feat of aerial paper prowess wasn’t just for kicks; it coincided with the “Science of Guinness World Records” exhibition, which was set up at the Science Center until January 6, 2025.
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