OK, finally found out how it works, simply turn the canister at the bottom clockwise until it releases itself from the sleeve. Please note it will feel like you will break the toy, but you do need to do this to release the pump action of the toy.

It would be “EXTREMELY” helpful to buyers if the manufacturer included an instruction note or diagram with this product.
(Posted on 5/14/13)

Tried to figure out how this toy works, even googled directions and nothing. Might be fun if we could figure out how to use it! (Posted on 4/1/13)

This product sucks will never try to use it again it does not fly so I will throw it in the trash this is the crappiest product in the world (Posted on 3/31/13)

HORRIBLE. HORRIBLE. HORRIBLE. DO. NOT. BUY.

DOESN'T EVEN WORK. (Posted on 10/20/12)