Inside Combat Rescue
Overview
The highly skilled Pararescuemen, known as PJs, are the elite members of the U.S. Air Force with a singular focus: to rescue American or Allied personnel facing life-threatening situations. Whether they are downed pilots, isolated troops behind enemy lines, or individuals who are wounded or captured, PJs are committed to any means necessary to bring them back safely. For the first time ever, these courageous airmen permit camera crews to document their operations in Afghanistan. Inside Combat Rescue reveals the intense realities and personal stories of these remarkable warriors.
Episodes
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1
Visions of War
In their most perilous operation to date, the PJs confront enemy fire as they work to extract two American soldiers from a fierce conflict in the cent...
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Whatever It Takes
Amid emotional farewells, the members of the 38th Rescue Squadron at Moody Air Force Base in Georgia depart, heading to a conflict zone in Afghanistan...
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Into the Fire
Referred to as the "golden hour," this crucial period is when PJs work tirelessly to perform rescues, maximizing the injured's chances of survival. Ho...
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In the Crossfire
The team rushes to evacuate two Afghan allies who have been injured in a firefight. Mid-flight, a malfunction in one of the helicopter's guns forces t...
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Fog of War
Step into the world of a top-tier Air Force paracrescue unit as they head out to Afghanistan. Among them is Chris, a “PJ” who is determined to dem...
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Coming Home
With their deployment nearing its end, the members of the 38th Rescue Squadron PJs eagerly anticipate their return home. However, their plans are abru...