The Horn
Documentary series following the mountain rescue teams in the Swiss Alps.
- 2016-2016
- 1 season
- Documentary
Documentary series following the mountain rescue teams in the Swiss Alps.
Season 1 Episode Guide
6 Episodes 2016
Episode 1
The Crevasse
Mon, Oct 17, 2016 46 mins
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.
Episode 2
The Mountain
Mon, Oct 17, 2016 50 mins
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.
Episode 3
Faster Than the Grim Reaper
Mon, Oct 17, 2016 50 mins
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.
Episode 4
The Longest Day
Mon, Oct 17, 2016 47 mins
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.
Episode 5
The Smallest Piece
Mon, Oct 17, 2016 52 mins
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.
Episode 6
The Storm
Mon, Oct 17, 2016 47 mins
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.
