The airmen and paramedics of Air Zermatt, an alpine search and rescue team, work in perilous conditions to recover those in need of help while climbing Switzerland's Matterhorn mountain.

When a major storm shuts operations down, an isolated hiker must find his own way out of a dire situation.

The airmen and paramedics of Air Zermatt, an alpine search and rescue team, work in perilous conditions to recover those in need of help while climbing Switzerland's Matterhorn mountain.

Technology has come a long way since the original Lama helicopter, and Air Zermatt has revolutionized mountain rescues by making journeys safer and more efficient.

During the peak winter season, adrenaline seekers from around the world descend upon the Swiss Valais Alps, creating a relentless cycle for Air Zermatt's crews who field up to 25 rescues a day.