The Nike AIR Max is a line of sneakers that was first introduced in 1987 with the Air Max 1, designed by designer Tinker Hatfield. To create the first AIR Max sneakers, their author was inspired by the Pompidou building, which he saw in Paris. The Air Max model series is characterized by a distinctive common feature in the form of visible cushioning in the heel area. The suspension consists of an air bag that is filled with gas and can withstand loads or impacts.