Dogfight

A dogfight refers to a close-range aerial battle between fighter aircraft. Originating during World War I, it involves two or more planes maneuvering in the sky to gain a tactical advantage over each other. Pilots use skillful flying, quick reflexes, and strategic thinking to outmaneuver opponents and aim their weapons effectively. The term has since been used metaphorically in various contexts to describe any intense and competitive encounter, not just in aviation but also in business and sports, where parties engage in a fierce struggle for dominance or control.