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The roof tears off of Aloha Airlines 243, a Boeing 737, at 24,000 feet.

An inside look into the notoriously brutal South Cotabato Jail in the Philippines. (Series 2,

As Jacqui and Andrew are targeted by potential gold thieves, Marcus, Linden and Dale hunt in ground close to the site of the biggest nugget ever found in Western Australia.

The Integrated single stem logging team tackles steep ground and climbs some of the tallest trees in the British Columbian wilderness, and Duz Cho Logging is rocked by an unexpected snowstorm.

An explosion jolts the pilots of PA 434; a bomb has gone off, there's extensive damage to the plane, and the flight crew are forced to attempt an emergency landing.

After starting their season in red-hot form, remote prospectors Henri and Kellie take to Lake Cowan armed with a new piece of technology, but their plans to unearth a fortune face a severe test.

After tracking down a rare gold reef formation, the Dirt Dogs look set to turn a major find into a massive one, but as hopes of a vast gold tally rise, troubles throw their season's plans into chaos.

Taylor Starr, Adam Palmer, Kru Williams and Don Froese band together to solve the legend of The Lost Spanish Mound.

Could treasure hunter Daryl Friesen's arch enemy hold the key to finding Slumach's gold? Anton Lennartz and his team return to the pit to find the gold.

Documentary series following a courageous group of men and women who earn a living by catching feral bulls and buffalo in Australia.

Winter threatens to shut down mining early, Guillaume considers retiring the frozen Bad Attitude for good, Karl's sluice box ices over and traps his gold, and Big Al and Hiro battle beavers.

Captain Gillett spends $10,000 on fuel and supplies as he and his veteran crew travel over 200 nautical miles to Labrador in a desperate effort to find the elusive haul of mackerel.

When a Super Puma helicopter makes a routine journey to a North Sea oil platform during extreme weather conditions, routine goes out the window with a flash and a bang.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

Julianatop is the highest mountain in Suriname; Ash and his team set out to make the fastest climb not only of Julianatop, but also of Table Mountain, Suriname's second highest mountain.

A major health scare, unreliable machinery and the Victorian weather challenge the Poseidon Crew. Plus, the Heli Hunters get into dangerous trouble.

The McGhies try to work two patches at once despite failing machinery, and Paul Mackie takes on a massive gold extraction process with the help of his family.

With more aircraft in the sky than ever before, pressure on pilots has never been higher as they need to get us safely where we want to go but when we want to get there.

November 22nd, 2003 - it was supposed to be a routine 'mail run', but the three-man crew of a DHL A300 is thrown into the fight of their lives shortly after take-off.

Old Timers Ray and Paul return to where they removed a huge boulder to see if it's hiding gems. Gemfield newcomers Matt and Amber hunt down sapphires.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

Julianatop is the highest mountain in Suriname; Ash and his team set out to make the fastest climb not only of Julianatop, but also of Table Mountain, Suriname's second highest mountain.

Ash and the team set out on the final leg of their journey: kayaking to the ocean. It should be plain paddling, but it becomes an endurance test like no other...

Conway must deal with mechanical setbacks and nonstop challenges at sea in his hunt for scallops. The Midnight Shadow's crew tries to make up for their losses and catch 2.5 million pounds of herring.

The Poseidon Crew finally start digging legendary ground in search of a multi-million-dollar nugget. Shane and Russell endure the snake-ridden wilderness in Pilbara.

A rotten bridge forces the Freya crew to move to another section of the block, and the Peters crew is on track to finish Statlu by the end of a day when an operator error threatens to shut them down.

When a Super Puma helicopter makes a routine journey to a North Sea oil platform during extreme weather conditions, routine goes out the window with a flash and a bang.

Acting on a tip-off, his season's fate is in Biggy's hands.

Meanwhile, the Gold Gypsies strike a deadly threat.

Is Slumach's gold guarded by Bigfoot? Clues link Sasquatch to the lost mine as two teams chase legend, gold and mystery through rugged terrain.

Taylor Starr, Adam Palmer, Kru Williams and Don Froese band together to search for lost recordings that could help in their search.

The Cooks' latest purchase - a brand-new helicopter - can't seem to get off the ground, and Kurt Hammar's youngest son Kodi has dropped out of school to become a bull catcher.

Karl goes against his father's advice and takes a big gamble - will it pay off? Plus, Ken and Guillaume sluice around the clock to try and salvage their season. " "

Donald races to Bonne Bay, where reports of record hauls of fish are drawing the boats from the surrounding area, and fights off his rivals in a bid to make the most of his catch.

The Egyptian and U.S. governments disagree over the investigation results of Egyptian Airliner 990's 1990 crash that killed 217 people as it crashed mid-flight.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

Brent tests the mining skills of his late friend Neville Perry's sons, a mechanical fault stalls the Wanderers' excavator, and the Mackies make a risky investment on new ground.

November 22nd, 2003 - it was supposed to be a routine 'mail run', but the three-man crew of a DHL A300 is thrown into the fight of their lives shortly after take-off.

In Western Australia, the Gold Devils receive desperately needed help. The McGhies family pulls together to exploit a new gold-rich ground.

Jacqui and Andrew encounter threatening wildlife whilst working at night. Plus, the Gold Devil go to desperate measures to find a new patch of gold. "

Mechanical problems and a high-stakes gamble threaten to derail the gold season for both the Dirt Dogs and the Gold Gypsies.

Julianatop is the highest mountain in Suriname; Ash and his team set out to make the fastest climb not only of Julianatop, but also of Table Mountain, Suriname's second highest mountain.

Old Timer Ray has another claim, but drilling a hole brings its own set of problems. Plus, Michael and Cherie's claim isn't producing enough sapphires.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

Brent tests the mining skills of his late friend Neville Perry's sons, a mechanical fault stalls the Wanderers' excavator, and the Mackies make a risky investment on new ground.

A community of tough individuals battle the rugged coast and the North Atlantic Ocean to live and work on the edge of the world, with new challenges.

Julianatop is the highest mountain in Suriname; Ash and his team set out to make the fastest climb not only of Julianatop, but also of Table Mountain, Suriname's second highest mountain.

The Cold Water Cowboys are back for their most challenging season ever. The stakes are high as the captains and their crew battle against the odds to land the most lucrative catches ever.

A robbery at the Gold Retrievers' camp puts more pressure on Chris and Brad's partnership. Marcus and Linden fin

The Integrated single stem crew fight to finish The Drop as the wind and fog fight back, and the Peters crew suffer a huge mechanical malfunction that could ruin their plans.

The Egyptian and U.S. governments disagree over the investigation results of Egyptian Airliner 990's 1990 crash that killed 217 people as it crashed mid-flight.

On their remote Jackson site, the Dirt Dogs gamble their season on a risky plan, and some uninvited guests are caught red-handed. Meanwhile, Ted and Lecky uncover a huge find.

Meanwhile, Henri and Kellie are running out of supplies as they race towards the season's finish line.

Could the mystical art of map dowsing pinpoint the location of Slumach's gold nuggets? Adam and Kru navigate a vertical mud bog to access a remote lake perched 1000 feet high in the Pitt.

A gold tooth may lead to Slumach's Gold. Adam finds Volcanic Brown's body; Taylor uncovers a conspiracy in Slumach's arrest and execution.

As the Wildcard crew prepare for their first unload of the season, Prue and three-year-old daughter Ellica find themselves out at sea and face to face with a hungry shark.

Big Al moves his sluice plant to his last pit of pay dirt, Ken and Guillaume may have hit their mother lode, and Bernie's gear degrades and potentially ends his season prematurely.

The Cold Water Cowboys are back for their most challenging season ever. The stakes are high as the captains and their crew battle against the odds to land the most lucrative catches ever.

San Bernardino, California. A freight train travelling through the calm suburb derails and crashes, destroying homes and taking lives. Two weeks later, more carnage is to follow.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

The Peters Contract Logging crew in the southern part of the province move their 40-year-old yarder onto a new block, but a series of mechanical issues set them back before they can even get started.

Mel and Alex are forced to explore dangerous old mine shafts looking for a new source of gold in Western Australia, and the Heli Hunters race to stake a claim and finish their season.

Alan and Salty encounter bullets and crocodiles as they seek gold in the Cape York rainforest, the Brumbies face another breakdown, and the McGhies' hopes are crushed by multiple machine breakdowns.

A rare solar eclipse disrupts the catch, Steven's gear fails, Adam's crab chasing leaves him on fumes and rookie captain Kevin struggles through his first day behind the wheel.

As the Wildcard crew prepare for their first unload of the season, Prue and three-year-old daughter Ellica find themselves out at sea and face to face with a hungry shark.

Anthony and Jodie get back to the business of finding sapphires. Matt and Amber have gone into partnership with a local miner. Nigel and Rosa dig for gems. "

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

The Wildcard crew is just a week away from unloading their catch at the port of Karumba when Captain Bruce decides to go to a fishing ground that is known for its risks.

We explore the wilderness lines that have pushed the frontiers of human endeavour into previously unknown territories, from a train that travels through a mountain to a jungle railway.

The crew of the Sebastian Sails welcomes their newest member aboard, Morris' girlfriend Jess. They doubt whether she is a good addition, but the happy couple are determined to prove her worth.

The Ferals are on the brink of collapse, Shane and Russell could hit the richest gold patch of their season, and Jacqui and Andrew battle back-breaking ground that could ruin their latest deal.

The Peters Contract Logging crew finishes a high-altitude block they were forced to abandon three years ago, and the Integrated Operations team launches a massive selective heli-logging project.

San Bernardino, California. A freight train travelling through the calm suburb derails and crashes, destroying homes and taking lives. Two weeks later, more carnage is to follow.

The Dirt Dogs face a heavyweight headache, the Gold Gypsies tear into an all-or-nothing final mission, and Rick goes all out to save his season.

The Dirt Dogs head into Kalgoorlie to process the gold from their heap leach and Kellie and Henri race against time to peg a lucrative lease.

Paul Mackie and his mine rescue team must haul a crew of first-time goldminers out of an epic three-year gold drought before their operation and family legacy ends in ruin.

Mechanical problems and a high-stakes gamble threaten to derail the gold season for both the Dirt Dogs and the Gold Gypsies.

We explore the wilderness lines that have pushed the frontiers of human endeavour into previously unknown territories, from a train that travels through a mountain to a jungle railway.

Ken makes a dangerous fuel run with no diesel left, Karl ignores his dad's advice and risks a flood on their mine, and Big Al's final efforts may push his crew to their breaking point.

Todd receives an order for 500,000 pounds of fish - enough to keep his processing plant in business - but the search is difficult and he is in a fight against the clock.

A Russian pilot allowed his teenage son to briefly take control of his brand new Airbus plane, setting in motion a chain of events that caused the deaths of 70 people.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

The Poseidon Crew call in a trusted ally as time runs out, the Mackies detonate explosives to obliterate impenetrable rock, and Jacqui and Andrew gamble everything.

Jack makes it out to sea while the rest of the fleet are hunting in deep water, and Bryce's antics cause tempers to fray.

It's the end of the season for two teams in Western Australia; as the McGhies battle accidents and mechanical problems, a rich source of gold may have disappeared when the Gold Devils need it most.

Jacqui and Andrew must push through hostile country with their quad bike broken to find gold, and Neville and the Poseidon Crew get to explore German Gully to search for a legacy for Nev's family.

In New Jersey, an inferno rages at the heart of a community. In New Zealand, a volcanic flood takes down a crucial rail bridge.

In this episode, we investigate how the most incredible bridges from around the world help to solve a series of spanning problems.

Diehard's Michael and Cherie head out to their neglected surface claim to try their luck, and Ray and Paul's trusty old drill rig has blown its engine and the only option is to completely replace it.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

The Poseidon Crew call in a trusted ally as time runs out, the Mackies detonate explosives to obliterate impenetrable rock, and Jacqui and Andrew gamble everything.

The Poseidon Crew uncovers a new source of gold, Bridget and Levi North form a new partnership, and the Mackies turn to new technology in their quest for a massive gold deposit.

The Peters Contract Logging crew in the southern part of the province move their 40-year-old yarder onto a new block, but a series of mechanical issues set them back before they can even get started.

This special episode looks back at the previous series' greatest moments. Relive the triumphs and challenges as the captains look back at the times they were nearly pushed to their limits.

The Poseidon Crew are running out of time to find a 1000-ounce nugget, the Gold Retrievers attempt to escape dangerous summer heat, and the Goldtimers confront the extremes and uncover a massive haul.

The Peters crew races to finish a long-delayed logging job - but a machine failure threatens their deadline - and the Integrated Operations team braces for lift-off as a heavy-lift helicopter arrives.

A Russian pilot allowed his teenage son to briefly take control of his brand new Airbus plane, setting in motion a chain of events that caused the deaths of 70 people.

A large haul has the Dirt Dogs believing they can hit a million-dollar target this year; the Gold Gypsies hope a new lease will answer their prayers; the Scrappers have built a gold processing plant.

The Dirt Dogs' "Heap Leach" plant is in trouble; the Scrappers finally make it onto the goldfields with their new machine; daughter Tyler joins husband and wife prospecting team Ted and Lecky Mahoney.

Paul Mackie and the team try to find the causes of a two-year dry streak that threatens to end the dreams of rookie prospectors Chris Moore and Vince Federici.

Paul Mackie's team have just six days to help a team of ex-servicemen become skilled mobile goldminers and reach their dream of funding a veteran's charity.

After a devastating turn of events for Richard when his tow skiff capsizes, the ultimate test comes when the buyer for his herring backs out.

Ash and the team set out on the final leg of their journey: kayaking to the ocean. It should be plain paddling, but it becomes an endurance test like no other...

A flood forces the Desert Diggers to call for help, new technology leads Jacqui and Andrew to a massive haul of gold, and Shane Calegari returns to Fantasy Gully to help Rusty.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

Behind The Eight Ball: Join the miners at the start of the Yukon gold mining season, where a late spring and plummeting gold prices have forced them to battle frozen ground.

Ken sinks big money to dig out a narrow cut, new miner Cam's big payday is threatened by fire, and Karl's experienced but unreliable operator forces his hand.

Ken must choose between paying his crew and his debtors; Big Al gets shut down by equipment breakdowns; Dennis has to scrape $10,000 out of hostile ground to replace a part or face permanent shutdown.

One of Cam's workers suffers a serious head injury while fixing an excavator. Ken fumes at a new worker, and a bear causes chaos in Karl's camp.

Karl fights permafrost on his cut, Ken's wife visits to discover that he is on the verge of going broke, and Big Al's excavator gets into trouble.

A community of tough individuals battle the rugged coast and the North Atlantic Ocean to live and work on the edge of the world, with new challenges.

The Wildcard crew is just a week away from unloading their catch at the port of Karumba when Captain Bruce decides to go to a fishing ground that is known for its risks.

Julianatop is the highest mountain in Suriname; Ash and his team set out to make the fastest climb not only of Julianatop, but also of Table Mountain, Suriname's second highest mountain.

Witness the explosive tactics of the McNamara brothers in 1910 in LA, explore the dark world of China's illicit antiquities trade, and dive into the hacking feats of John Draper ('Captain Crunch').

A look behind the bars of La Mesa prison, in Mexico, where in 2008 two riots left 19 prisoners dead and 12 injured.

Ash's Great Wall adventure begins in Henan Province searching for the origins of the Great Wall; he also seeks out the birthplace of kung fu and dives into the Panjiakou reservoir.

A surprise offer puts the Poseidon Crew's future in jeopardy. Plus, The Wanderers gamble on big returns in hard ground.

When Shane decides to try hard rock mining, he gets help from an unlikely source. The Mackies put a surprise visitor to work proving up new ground. "

A flood forces the Desert Diggers to call for help, new technology leads Jacqui and Andrew to a massive haul of gold, and Shane Calegari returns to Fantasy Gully to help Rusty.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

The Richardsons hunt for fresh sapphire grounds. Will this big gamble pay off? Lost underground, the Mifsuds have a radical solution. Ray and Paul enter a danger zone. "

New York residents get a rude awakening when a disastrous crane collapse causes chaos on the streets of Manhattan; experts reveal how a slight increase in wind conditions created a major catastrophe.

After a devastating turn of events for Richard when his tow skiff capsizes, the ultimate test comes when the buyer for his herring backs out.

Lobster season explodes to life with no quotas and no second chances, William pays the price for being unprepared, and Adam and Steven scramble to finish their crab quotas.

Ash is in the countryside near Beijing City focusing on wildlife conservation; he also heads to the village of Shixia to investigate how it is involved in preserving two sections of the Great Wall.

The Wildcard crew is just a week away from unloading their catch at the port of Karumba when Captain Bruce decides to go to a fishing ground that is known for its risks.

A community of tough individuals battle the rugged coast and the North Atlantic Ocean to live and work on the edge of the world, with new challenges.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

In 'Aussie Gold Hunters', we join three hardcore crews of gold prospectors as they take the gamble of a lifetime and battle to strike it big, deep in the wild west of outback Australia.

The Poseidon Crew call in a trusted ally as time runs out, the Mackies detonate explosives to obliterate impenetrable rock, and Jacqui and Andrew gamble everything.

Jacqui and Andrew encounter a crocodile as they camp on the banks of the Palmer River. Plus, the Ferals travel to Jarman Island to mine on untouched land.

Brent Shannon's gold dream lives or dies at a weigh-in, Shane and Russell venture out on a gruelling 3000km expedition, and new team the Gold Retrievers unearth a bumper payday.

A disastrous fire cripples the Goldtimers' season, Marcus and Linden gamble on a new lease and expensive machinery, and the Ferals are forced to launch a rescue mission when Rob goes missing.

Jacqui and Andrew are stranded in the Palmer River region, Shane and Russell could finally hit a rich patch of nuggets, and the Poseidon Crew face a critical meeting.

Ash and the team set out on the final leg of their journey: kayaking to the ocean. It should be plain paddling, but it becomes an endurance test like no other...

The Duz Cho Logging crew has only days to finish their winter block before a spring thaw destroys the road when a giant sinkhole shuts down production during the chaos.

The Mifsuds call on their kids for some desperately needed help, Max and Glen battle unreliable machinery, and Ray finally gets a handful of decent sapphires out of his new claim.

It's "Gemfest" time, and Todd and Bri are preparing the best gems for sale; as the Mifsuds undertake another massive maintenance job, wet weather forces the Richardsons to reopen an old claim.

Ray takes on the job of sawing through a massive gem, Todd and Bri get a whole new appreciation for each other's jobs, and is it wishful thinking when the Bushies reckon they've finally hit payday?

Anthony learns to cut gems while Jodie goes underground to mine alone, the Richardsons dig deep at the old Rabbi Claim, and the Old Timers attempt to move a 500kg billie boulder out of a shaft wall.

Old Timers Ray and Paul return to where they removed a huge boulder to see if it's hiding gems. Gemfield newcomers Matt and Amber hunt down sapphires.

Old Timer Ray has another claim, but drilling a hole brings its own set of problems. Plus, Michael and Cherie's claim isn't producing enough sapphires.

The Cooks' latest purchase - a brand-new helicopter - can't seem to get off the ground, and Kurt Hammar's youngest son Kodi has dropped out of school to become a bull catcher.

Behind The Eight Ball: Join the miners at the start of the Yukon gold mining season, where a late spring and plummeting gold prices have forced them to battle frozen ground.

The Cold Water Cowboys are back for their most challenging season ever. The stakes are high as the captains and their crew battle against the odds to land the most lucrative catches ever.

A passenger train and an enormous freight train collide head-on near Hinton, Alberta (Canada) in 1986.

The Victoria Diggers are back chasing multi-million dollar nuggets, rookie team the Dust Devils' new dry blower grinds to a halt, and tragedy strikes the Gold Gypsies.

The Poseidon Crew face a financial disaster, the Victoria Diggers' $150,000 wash plant arrives with horrendous damage, and rookie team The Goldtimers put their families' future on the line.

Captain Bruce steers the Wildcard to a fishing spot that has never failed them before, but triumph quickly turns to turmoil when a pregnant Jess injures her stomach.

Jacqui and Andrew encounter a crocodile as they camp on the banks of the Palmer River. Plus, the Ferals travel to Jarman Island to mine on untouched land.

Brent Shannon's gold dream lives or dies at a weigh-in, Shane and Russell venture out on a gruelling 3000km expedition, and new team the Gold Retrievers unearth a bumper payday.

The Richardsons hunt for fresh sapphire grounds. Will this big gamble pay off? Lost underground, the Mifsuds have a radical solution. Ray and Paul enter a danger zone. "

After a devastating turn of events for Richard when his tow skiff capsizes, the ultimate test comes when the buyer for his herring backs out.

Michael and Cherie are determined to make the most of their surface claim while conditions are good, and Ray and Paul head underground in the hope of finding a green sapphire.

The Gold Devils set their sights on a record-breaking total, and a gold drought causes one member of the Poseidon Crew to question his future.

The Gold Devils move their multi-million-dollar operation in search of big gold, and the new team of Vince, Bibi and Murray break ground on their dream lease.

Discover Brazil's largest bank raid - where a gang used an elaborate tunnel to steal millions - and the chilling campaign of the Unabomber whose mail bombs terrorised the US.