Big air

Big air is a high-injury-risk sports discipline where the competitor rides a vehicle, such as a motocross motorcycle, a skateboard, a snowboard, or a pair of skis, down a hill or ramp and performs aerial tricks after launching off very large jumps.

Competitors perform complex tricks in the air, aiming to attain sizable height and distance as well, all while making every effort to secure a clean landing.

Many competitions also require the rider to do a specific trick to win the major prize.

Since 2004, Big Air Skiing has been featured in the FIS Snowboard World Championships.

In 2018, Big Air became the newest snowboarding event introduced in the Olympic Games.