What is the answer to "Wood commonly used for building model airplanes" in the NYT Midi Crossword?

The answer to the NYT Midi Crossword clue "Wood commonly used for building model airplanes" is BALSA (5 letters).

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Wood commonly used for building model airplanes NYT Midi Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the October 11, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

BALSA

5 letters · Across · last seen October 11, 2026

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