Ice Pilots NWT (2009)
S06E05 Second Chances
Episode Overview
Excited for his inaugural flight as a copilot, Jeff Tapper finds himself struggling during his first revenue mission in a DC-3, resulting in a shaky landing that almost sends them off the runway. Meanwhile, aspiring pilot Prefkar Mony has been tirelessly preparing for the IATRA exam, but his first attempt ends in disappointment. With guidance from pilot and mechanic Chris Staples, Prefkar eventually succeeds, only to face backlash after an expensive shipment of medicine, labeled "Do Not Freeze," is mistakenly left in a courier van during a frigid weekend. In another story arc, Mikey and Katie decide to adopt a new dog for Joe, selecting Muffy, a three-year-old ready to leave her puppies. Joe revives DC-3 CUE for a test flight, taking Jeff and Muffy along to see if they’re fit for Buffalo's summer operations.
