aerobatics

American  

[air-uh-bat-iks] / ˌɛər əˈbæt ɪks /

noun

1. (used with a plural verb) stunts performed in flight by an airplane, glider, or the like.

2. (used with a singular verb) the art or technique of performing such stunts.

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aerobatics British  

/ ˌɛərəʊˈbætɪks /

noun

1. (functioning as singular or plural) spectacular or dangerous manoeuvres, such as loops or rolls, performed in an aircraft or glider; stunt flying

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Other Word Forms

• aerobatic adjective

Etymology

Origin of aerobatics

First recorded in 1915–20; aero- + (acro)batics

Example Sentences

Above, the Saudi Falcons, the country’s jet aerobatics team, roared back and forth over the circuit.

From Los Angeles Times

The programme’s producers have revealed that Ms Muthukrishnan’s first challenge will involve taking part in aircraft aerobatics.

From BBC

The king and his wife, Queen Camilla, will start their visit with a ceremony at the Arc de Triomphe, with the aerobatics display teams of both nations' air forces, conducting a flypast.

From Reuters

Thousands of people are expected at the annual carnival where the aerobatics display team have performed in the past.

From BBC

Such restrictions on aerobatics are required if close to airways where other planes regularly fly.

From Seattle Times