Definition of "aerobatics" []

• Spectacular stunts, such as rolls and loops, performed in an airplane or glider. (noun)

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• "Apparently the single-engine plane's engine stalled as Humphries, a trainee pilot with the Australian Airforce, was practicing stunts - "aerobatics" - and the young man was forced to attempt a landing."
• "The aerobatics were the best part of the show, said Shyanne Lutgen."
• "But he continued with his "aerobatics" site (wingwalker. com)."