Skydiving
Context
The action of jumping from an aircraft and freefalling or gliding using a parachute
Explanation
Skydiving is an extreme sport involving a freefall from an airplane, followed by a parachute descent. It's known for the adrenaline rush and requires training in parachute handling and safety.
Applications
Tandem skydiving is popular among beginners, where they are attached to an experienced instructor.
Skydiving competitions include formation diving and precision landing.
The sport also has recreational and military applications.