Riddle

It flies when it's on and floats coming off.

Choose an answer

A.A kite
B.A leaf
C.A balloon
D.A feather
Hint: It's a 2-word phrase with 8 letters, starting with "A".

Answer

A feather

Why this is the answer

A feather helps a bird fly while attached, but once it comes loose it gently floats down to the ground.

This riddle is filed under Hard/Difficult Riddles and rated Medium.