Air Zermatt'S teamwork is put to the ultimate test when a skier falls into the darkness of 30m glacial crevasse. In a race against time, the team must pull him out from the depths before the ice shifts and encases him in a frozen tomb.

The Matterhorn and its surroundings can be treacherous, especially during winter, but for mountain rescue service Air Zermatt it's home. As rescue veterans, the team have had to learn how to put their emotions aside and get the job done.

During a rescue, lead pilot Sam senses something wrong with the helicopter and must decide whether to land or forge onward. Then, a life-or-death situation in the Air Zermatt hangar test the skill of a team of rescue medics.

During the peak winter season, adrenaline seekers from around the word descend upon the Swiss Valais Alps. Theis creates a relentless cycle for the rescue crews of Air Zermatt as they field up to 25 rescues a day, often without any breaks.

Over the past several decades, Air Zermatt has revolutionized mountain rescue. Technology has come a long way since the original Lama helicopter, and Air Zermatt has long been at the forefront of making rescues safer and more efficient.

The only thing powerful enough to bring the Air Zermatt team to their knees is the weather. When a major storm hits, Gerold is forced to shut down operations, and an isolated hiker must find a way to make the most out of a dire situation.