The term IT HAS FEATHERS AND FLIES can be summarized by two crossword solutions: DART (4 letters) and ARROW (5 letters). A DART is a small, thin missile that is thrown by hand. It has feathers at the end to help it fly in a straight line. An ARROW is a similar projectile, but it is usually shot from a bow. It also has feathers at the end to help it fly in a straight line. Both darts and arrows are used for hunting and target practice.