ski flying
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Ski flying is a competitive skiing event similar to ski jumping, but it emphasizes distance over style. Competitors ski down a ramp and launch themselves into the air, aiming to fly as far as possible. While ski jumping includes both distance and style in its scoring, ski flying's scoring system is primarily focused on the length of the jump. Under ideal conditions, top ski flyers can achieve distances exceeding 200 meters (656 feet). Ski flying is not an Olympic sport.1
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