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The Anti-Narcotics police at El Dorado International Airport frustrate the plan of a bogus married couple smuggling several kilos of cocaine.

An operation to stop arms trafficking leads authorities to raid the homes of possible traffickers.

CBP JFK finds drugs concealed in cans and HSI Miami stops a date rape drug from hitting the streets.

Just 12 minutes after takeoff, a twin turboprop loses hydraulics, an engine, and then catches fire. Find out why.

This special looked at fuel problems caused by either crew mismanagement or mechanical failure.

Two planes collide in the skies above southern Germany.

A landing can quickly become a tragedy. On its final approach, an Indonesian passenger jet smashes down at a catastrophically high speed.

The Customs Surveillance team carry out a special operation.

The team chases a notorious drug trafficker who tries his luck again.

Gordon's in Finland to unlock the summer secrets of the land of the midnight sun.

The Maine Ingredient. Chef Ramsay discovers the bounty of seafood found along the Maine's famed coast.

In this episode we learn to kite surf, to rollerblade flip and how not to use compressed air.

In this episode we learn the science behind the fails, when riding a horse through water, steering a radio-controlled plane and underestimating the power of ocean tides.

Toronto Airport takes safety seriously, as challenges impact operations.

Spring break puts new pressure on the airport infrastructure, its staff and the very planes themselves.

This special looked at disasters caused by improperly distributed weight or secured cargo.

When former race car driver Niki Lauda's plane nosedives into a Thai jungle, a one-in-a-million failure reveals a weak spot in every Boeing 767.

A 200-year-old ship and a top secret military stronghold lost to the ice.

Did a 200-year-old mechanical man really beat the world's best chess players? Who made it, and how does it work?

Can a carving retell history? A helmet cure modernity? Who's the armor skeleton?

Climate change is intensifying hurricanes and tropical cyclones.

As tunnels push the limits, engineers study past failures to prevent disasters.

Survivors recount the terrifying first 24 hours of the worst nuclear accident in history.

48 hours after the explosion, the world wakes up to a global nuclear disaster.

A last-minute repair may have played a key role in the crash of a plane leaving Madrid International Airport.

This special looked at disasters caused by improperly distributed weight or secured cargo.

When former race car driver Niki Lauda's plane nosedives into a Thai jungle, a one-in-a-million failure reveals a weak spot in every Boeing 767.

How did the T-Rex become king of the dinosaurs?

How prehistoric land mammals evolved into top ocean predators.

This episode follows stories of major flooding in the Southern U.S.

As tunnels push the limits, engineers study past failures to prevent disasters.

Soviet authorities battle to build a sarcophagus around the destroyed reactor.

Revisit four pivotal aviation disasters and near-misses that have taught the industry on how to get planes in the air safely.

How did the T-Rex become king of the dinosaurs?

How prehistoric land mammals evolved into top ocean predators.

A last-minute repair may have played a key role in the crash of a plane leaving Madrid International Airport.

This special looked at disasters caused by improperly distributed weight or secured cargo.

A routine test flight crashes into a Virginia mountainside.

When former race car driver Niki Lauda's plane nosedives into a Thai jungle, a one-in-a-million failure reveals a weak spot in every Boeing 767.

Divers abandon their anti-drug operation to attend to a potential drowning.

A suspicious speedboat immediately raises a red flag at headquarters.

The Maine Ingredient. Chef Ramsay discovers the bounty of seafood found along the Maine's famed coast.

Gordon Ramsay travels the globe discovering the local cultures behind food.

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself bench pressing another person, tapping a beer keg or walking in snow.

In this episode we examine towing a boat, tree swings and barefoot water-ski tumbles.

In this episode we learn the science behind attempting a snowmobile ridge jump, cycling over a pump track, and lighting fires.

Brad and the ground services team have just 90 minutes to turn around an Air India flight for take-off.

Riki oversees a repatriation flight from a war zone.

The airport faces a blackout and a plane has to turn back shortly after take-off with a reported faulty engine.

This special looked at accidents caused by either a loss of pressurization or structural failure.

Spatial disorientation is one of the leading causes of air accidents. Even the most experienced pilots are susceptible to its deadly effects.

Three real disasters dissected. Space Shuttle Challenger, an Italian cable car, a German ice rink.

Three real disasters dissected. A Greek ferry, a French chemical factory, a road bridge.

At El Dorado International Airport in Bogota, the Anti-Narcotics Squad carries out a daunting task - inspecting the baggage of some 400 flights.

The Anti-Narcotics police at El Dorado International Airport frustrate the plan of a bogus married couple smuggling several kilos of cocaine.

As they explore the newly discovered tomb complex at Saqqara, Dr Ramadan Hussein and his team attempt to solve the mystery of what lies inside a 12-tonne sarcophagus with a broken seal.

In the deepest level of the tomb complex, Dr Ramadan Hussein makes an amazing discovery - two priests buried side by side. When things don't add up, he uses technology to reveal their true identities.

Uncover the ruins of an unknown civilization and a long-lost temple.

On final approach to a Nepali airport, Yeti Airlines Flight 691 falls from the sky.

This special looked at accidents caused by either a loss of pressurization or structural failure.

Spatial disorientation is one of the leading causes of air accidents. Even the most experienced pilots are susceptible to its deadly effects.

Examine the British scryer, the Japanese 'mermaid', and an Egyptian oracle.

Examine a nun's demonic prose, a Greek health spa and a Celtic war goddess.

At El Dorado International Airport in Bogota, the Anti-Narcotics Squad carries out a daunting task - inspecting the baggage of some 400 flights.

The Anti-Narcotics police at El Dorado International Airport frustrate the plan of a bogus married couple smuggling several kilos of cocaine.

Uncover the ruins of an unknown civilization and a long-lost temple.

Mysterious structures and abandoned islands reveal dark histories.

Molly, ecstasy rebranded as ultra-pure MDMA, is exploding as the new hot-selling drug.

An inside look at how New York City drug gangs capitalise on the biggest party night of the year. episodes)

On final approach to a Nepali airport, Yeti Airlines Flight 691 falls from the sky.

This special looked at accidents caused by either a loss of pressurization or structural failure.

With the runway in sight, a cargo plane crashes near Cincinnati.

Spatial disorientation is one of the leading causes of air accidents. Even the most experienced pilots are susceptible to its deadly effects.

A high-speed chase tests the limits of the Coastguard's fastest boats.

The Coastguard seizes a boat carrying over 3 tons of drugs.

In the wilds of the Lone Star State, Chef Ramsay learns the meaning of Texas Tough.

Gordon discovers this island's cuisine bouncing back from devastating hurricanes.

In this episode we learn the science behind predators hunting, how to control a helicopter, and flammability.

A worldwide self check-in outage puts the Airport under pressure.

A tarmac collision disrupts passengers. Border Force find contraband and a mysterious plane lands unannounced.

Devastating failures in the air put pilots to the test, and shine a light on three astonishing feats of flying.

A day at the air show turns into a nightmare in Reno. A Learjet spirals into the heart of Mexico City and sets the financial district ablaze.

A worldwide self check-in outage puts the Airport under pressure.

Australian Border Force new recruit Nelson makes a find on his first day.

Sally Ride became the first American woman to blast off into space, but beneath her unflappable composure, she carried a secret.

A Pulitzer Prize-winning war photographer is torn between work and family.

In this special episode, Thord and Bjoern team up on several rescues and Ole Henrik is called to recover a concrete mixer laying on its side.

One slip off the road along Norway's icy highways and a trucker is likely to get jammed up against a rocky side wall or stuck atop large boulders.

Air Crash Investigation reveals the truth behind legendary aviation disasters.

Devastating failures in the air put pilots to the test, and shine a light on three astonishing feats of flying.

A day at the air show turns into a nightmare in Reno. A Learjet spirals into the heart of Mexico City and sets the financial district ablaze.

Explore the mind of Kim Jong Un as he tries to improve his dysfunctional kingdom.

Kim tries diplomacy seeking legitimacy for his regime and relief from sanctions, but failure on the world stage means a return to his old ways.

Chemicals. Garbage. Fish. A trucker needing a rescue isn't concerned about just his rig. The truck's cargo is another big worry.

It's not just rookie drivers who make mistakes on treacherous journeys. Sometimes it's the rescuers who are rookies and learning the ropes.

In this compilation episode, Thord, Marius, Frank and Jo Roger take on treacherous roads and heavy-duty cargo in some of their riskiest rescues.

One slip off the road along Norway's icy highways and a trucker is likely to get jammed up against a rocky side wall or stuck atop large boulders.

A blizzard hits the mountains, and a driver gets caught in the storm. Despite the pain in his arm, Bjoern heads out to rescue him.

Eva attempts to survive on her own in the bush like the Hadza hunter-gatherers

Eva zu Beck endures a painful Amazonian ritual: being bitten by bullet ants.

I Survived a Painful Ritual. Eva zu Beck willingly undergoes intense pain rituals in the Colombian Amazon, from inhaling spicy chili oil to being bitten by fiery bullet ants.

The Amazon: Dark Waters. Will travels deep into the Amazon in search of a giant green anaconda.

Migrants crossing illegally from Mexico to the United States face extortion, miserable conditions and being forced into prostitution.

The black market can be brutal. Workers, suppliers, customers and law enforcement share their experiences of a hidden world that touches us all.

In the shadows of the law, people will bet on anything. Innocent lives are put at risk in a world where only one thing matters: money.

Gordon attempts to master ancient cooking secrets in Oaxaca, Mexico's culinary capital.

In Peru's Sacred Valley of the Incas, Gordon Ramsay travels by motorbike to discover their traditional cuisine.

In this episode we examine grass-boarding, aerial splits and kayaking over a waterfall.

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself standing on chairs, pushing a car or doing spins on a unicycle.

In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to humiliate yourself while doing yoga on a paddleboard, injure yourself playing with bo staffs, or do both with aerial silks.

To Carve out a life for themselves, residents of Port Protection lean on ingenuity to outsmart mother nature.

Two generations come together to build a life-changing tool and help ensure the future of Port Protection.

With spring in full bloom, Port Protection's residents are dealt a new series of obstacles and opportunities.

Tim and Fuzz take on Mike's beloved Ford Escort RS2000.

Tim and Fuzz are off to Loughborough to take on a 1992 Saab 900 Turbo that is in desperate need of repair. The car belongs to Saab enthusiast and former Electrical Engineer Pravesh.

Tim and Fuzz head to Scotland to take on a 1993 Toyota Supra Mk.4 owned by former competitive motorcycle racer Lisa, who after a road accident is no longer able to ride her beloved bikes.

The station is celebrating the 750th anniversary of the city of Amsterdam.

Christmas leads to a code orange in the station's control room and on the track.

A final head-to-head dogfight against an instructor is the ultimate test.

The remaining students face a final, brutal dogfight with their instructor.

At El Dorado International Airport in Bogota, the Anti-Narcotics Squad carries out a daunting task - inspecting the baggage of some 400 flights.

The Anti-Narcotics police at El Dorado International Airport frustrate the plan of a bogus married couple smuggling several kilos of cocaine.

This special looked at runway incursions.

This special looked at accidents caused by mismatched pilots.

Past floods reshape how engineers build barriers against rivers and storms.

When bridges collapse, smarter, safer designs are sparked for future engineers.

4000 years ago, daring voyagers sail to new islands in the vast Pacific ocean.

International teams of archaeologists investigate the truth behind the legends of Hercules.

Archaeologists uncover the extraordinary legacy of Alexander the Great.

If you want to understand the Tudors, discover who they executed - and why.

Suzannah Lipscomb and Dan Snow unpack Essex's rapid rise and fall and the court politics that sealed his fate.

Chemicals. Garbage. Fish. A trucker needing a rescue isn't concerned about just his rig. The truck's cargo is another big worry.

Jo Roger rescues a crashed trailer that threatens to pollute a river.

At El Dorado International Airport in Bogota, the Anti-Narcotics Squad carries out a daunting task - inspecting the baggage of some 400 flights.

The Anti-Narcotics police at El Dorado International Airport frustrate the plan of a bogus married couple smuggling several kilos of cocaine.

HSI arrests 37 gang members; AMO seizes $5.4 million worth of cocaine.

Molly, ecstasy rebranded as ultra-pure MDMA, is exploding as the new hot-selling drug.

An inside look at how New York City drug gangs capitalise on the biggest party night of the year. episodes)

Outlaw motorcycle gangs known as 1% clubs.

Cyril and his team search for short-tailed river stingray in Argentina.

In this episode we examine unloading trucks, multi-tasking and backflipping on a motorbike.

In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to humiliate yourself while doing yoga on a paddleboard, injure yourself playing with bo staffs, or do both with aerial silks.

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself doing trampoline drop-ins, pool trickshots or skateboard nose slides

Attempting a jump on a dirt bike, fishing or slaloming on skis.

In this episode we learn all about the science behind bob sledding, the dangers of the standing backflip and the ways you can hurt and humiliate yourself sitting on a swegway.

At summer's height, Port Protection residents scour both land and sea to stock up on winter protein.

A newcomer begins construction on his cabin in Alaska

For the citizens of Port Protection, nothing worth having comes easy. Oliver tries his hand at constructing a bush washing machine out of barrels and lumber.

Lost civilisations, mysterious sunken cities and legendary sites have vanished beneath the waves. Can draining the seas unlock their secrets?

For centuries, ships sailed the world's oceans packed with silver, gold and precious stones. Now we can examine sunken treasures from any angle.

When a fully laden truck and trailer gets buried in a ditch, Bjoern calls Thord for help. But it's not easy for the two bosses to work together.

Hannah Fry explores why ancient Greece was the birthplace of so many big ideas.

Hannah Fry explores Vietnam's remarkable post-war transformation and reveals a nation embracing change.

Experts investigate the cause behind the storm that ravaged New York, as well as scrutinise the US government's response plans.

The devastating tsunami makes landfall, catching thousands unaware.

Survivors recount the terrifying first 24 hours of the worst nuclear accident in history.

As Hurricane Katrina's wrath is unleashed, residents prepare for disaster.

This special looked at aircraft ditching in the water.

This special looked at aircraft crashing in the far North.

Discover headless skeletons, undersea craters, and an island full of dolls.

Findings include a volcanic island, burials, a computer, orcas vs. sharks.

When a fully laden truck and trailer gets buried in a ditch, Bjoern calls Thord for help. But it's not easy for the two bosses to work together.

Thord puts his life at risk trying to save a truck with a valuable cargo.

The Anti-Narcotics police at El Dorado International Airport frustrate the plan of a bogus married couple smuggling several kilos of cocaine.

The Anti-Narcotics police at El Dorado International Airport arrest a man who claims he was scammed when found with a briefcase full of cocaine.

At El Dorado International Airport in Bogota, the Anti-Narcotics Squad carries out a daunting task - inspecting the baggage of some 400 flights.

Mariana van Zeller goes undercover to become the target of a romance scam.

Findings include a volcanic island, burials, a computer, orcas vs. sharks.

Is the Shroud of Turin real? Are jet packs fake? Why do ancient cups have holes?

Are zombies real? Did a device stop Armageddon? Did Shakespeare code his plays?

Witnesses around the world claim to have spotted mysterious sea creatures, but are these remnants from the dinosaurs or just mistaken sightings?

Minutes after taking off from Lima, a Peruvian airliner plunges into the Pacific.

A perfect storm of controversial decisions brings down a Norwegian turboprop.

At a treacherous tabletop runway in India, the crew of Flight 1344 run out of tarmac.

Cyril and his crew search the waters of Nicaragua for the mighty tarpon.

Cyril and his team embark on a dangerous mission to find tarpon.

We learn the science behind launching off snow ramps on inflatable tubes, driving through water on ATVs, and when animals tackle staircases.

Prepare yourself as amateurs attempt billiard trick shots and try to show off their Frisbee talents.

The world's biggest plane takes off, and an I.T. outage shuts the border.

As a full moon rises, the night shift contends with problem passengers.

Australian Border Force new recruit Nelson makes a find on his first day.

From the wreckage of three airplane crashes, survivors emerge to tell harrowing tales and provide critical data about what to do in an emergency.

Traced to a breakdown of vital safety measures, three horrific disasters provoke fundamental changes to airport security procedures around the world.

Unique aerial footage reveals the majestic sights of springtime in Europe.

A spectacular aerial journey across the summer season in Europe reveals the beauty of these iconic landscapes.

A captured teen and secret tech bring the CIA closer to the Taliban's 'Butcher'.

After her CIA husband is killed, a widow becomes the first woman to go undercover in Moscow during the Cold War.

In 1924, construction crews in Washington, D.C., uncovered a labyrinth of tunnels beneath Dupont Circle.

Explorers find a tunnel system, mass graves, city foundations, and longhouses.

Margaret Pole was born into England's ruling dynasty but lost her wealth and status when the Tudors came to power.

A Boeing 737 crashes just moments after lifting off from an Algerian desert airport.

From the wreckage of three airplane crashes, survivors emerge to tell harrowing tales and provide critical data about what to do in an emergency.

Traced to a breakdown of vital safety measures, three horrific disasters provoke fundamental changes to airport security procedures around the world.

A US flagship wreck reveals the British burning of the White House in 1814.

A bomb, murder, and a foiled multi-million insurance scam on the high seas.

The Colosseum and the Great Wall of China are innovative engineering feats.

Humanity's relentless drive to innovate has left an indelible mark on our planet's most volatile landscapes.

Six-part series recreating witch trials from Germany, Scotland, England, Sweden, USA, and Ireland through expert analysis. Explores reasons behind deaths and injustices, bringing events to life.

Margaret Pole was born into England's ruling dynasty but lost her wealth and status when the Tudors came to power.

A captured teen and secret tech bring the CIA closer to the Taliban's 'Butcher'.

After her CIA husband is killed, a widow becomes the first woman to go undercover in Moscow during the Cold War.

A Boeing 737 crashes just moments after lifting off from an Algerian desert airport.

From the wreckage of three airplane crashes, survivors emerge to tell harrowing tales and provide critical data about what to do in an emergency.

Passengers on a burning 737 struggle to escape at LAX.

Traced to a breakdown of vital safety measures, three horrific disasters provoke fundamental changes to airport security procedures around the world.

The Coastguard and other security teams battle enemies on all fronts.

The Coastguard is called to help people stuck on a dangerous cliff.

Seeking the origins of a family pasta dish, Antoni takes Justin on an Italian road trip full of delicious discoveries and surprising revelations.

Awkwafina lost her mom when she was very young. Antoni curates a culinary voyage of discovery to help her reconnect with her mother's Korean heritage.

We learn how many ways there are to embarrass yourself when drifting on motorbikes or firing your friends into the air with giant catapults.

In this episode we discover the pitfalls of sliding your kayak into the water, the inherent dangers of swinging from a bridge, and the hidden hazards of flipping from a mini trampoline.

A tense emergency unfolds as illicit drugs are found onboard a plane, and the airport hosts a fashion show.

Dangerous weapons concealed in luggage test airport security.

An incoming plane has been struck by lightning several times. Engineers check for damage as passengers become more aggressive with the growing delays.

This special looked at how split-second decisions lead to disasters.

Airplane crashes involving high-profile passengers make international headlines, placing investigators under tremendous pressure to come up with answers.

Tim and Fuzz head to Kent to rescue a much-loved 1973 Dennis Fire Engine. Firefighter Tony purchased it to restore and raise money for charity.

The boys head to Manchester to take on a 1963 Citroen HY Van for a family whose lives were torn apart by the Manchester arena bombing in 2017.

Tim and Fuzz take on Darren's 1994 Vauxhall Cavalier Turbo. Will the tetraplegic owner be a passenger and satisfy his need for speed again?

John Dudley rose from family disgrace to become the power behind King Edward VI's rule.

Margaret Pole was born into England's ruling dynasty but lost her wealth and status when the Tudors came to power.

Dangerous weapons concealed in luggage test airport security.

A tense emergency unfolds as illicit drugs are found onboard a plane, and the airport hosts a fashion show.

A remarkable emergency landing in New Zealand reveals a worldwide danger.

This special looked at how split-second decisions lead to disasters.

Airplane crashes involving high-profile passengers make international headlines, placing investigators under tremendous pressure to come up with answers.

National Geographic explorer and scientist Albert Lin travels to Acre, Israel, in search of the lost fortunes of the mysterious Knights Templar.

Albert Lin travels to Micronesia, in the Pacific Ocean, to uncover an ancient island city.

As the weather warms, the homesteaders prepare for a new set of challenges.

Summer is around the corner, and the homesteaders switch into warm-weather mode.

Follow the men and women in charge of stopping drugs and illegal immigration at Colombia's busiest airport.