Ep 2. Bells, Berries and Bananas
- February 26, 2012
- 45 min
Arctic Air is a Canadian television series that follows the lives of a group of bush pilots who operate an airline in Canada's North. The series focuses on the fictional Arctic Air team and their adventures around Yellowknife, the largest city in the Northwest Territories.
Season 1, Episode 2 of Arctic Air is titled "Bells, Berries and Bananas." In this episode, the crew at Arctic Air is facing some tough times. Mel (the owner of Arctic Air) is trying to keep the airline afloat by taking on any job that comes their way. However, things aren't going according to plan, and tensions are running high.
As the team struggles to secure enough clients to keep Arctic Air running, a new client comes into the picture. This new client, named Sandra, is a wealthy businesswoman who needs to be flown to a remote cabin in the woods, where she is planning to go berry picking. Despite the unpredictable weather and the risk of crash landing somewhere in the wilderness, Mel decides to take on the job in an attempt to make ends meet.
Meanwhile, Bobby, one of the pilots at Arctic Air, is preparing for his upcoming wedding. He's been rehearsing his vows for days and is determined to make the day perfect. However, when his fiancé comes to visit him at the airfield, she reveals to him that her parents won't be able to make it due to unforeseen circumstances. Bobby is devastated, and he starts to worry that his wedding might not turn out the way he planned.
As the Arctic Air team prepares for Sandra's trip, they face numerous challenges. The weather is unpredictable, and the cabin is located in an area that is difficult to navigate. The crew must work together to overcome these obstacles and ensure that Sandra arrives at her destination safely.
During the flight, Sandra opens up to the pilot, Dev, and confesses that she's dying. She explains that the trip to the cabin is her way of saying goodbye to the world and enjoying the last few moments of her life. Dev is touched by Sandra's story and feels a sense of empathy and connection to her. As they make their way towards the cabin, the crew at Arctic Air begins to realize that their situation is not as dire as they originally thought.
In the end, the team manages to safely land Sandra at the remote cabin, and she takes a moment to soak in the beautiful scenery. Bobby's wedding also goes smoothly, and he ends up having a meaningful and beautiful ceremony. The episode ends with the Arctic Air team feeling a sense of optimism for the future, despite the challenges they may face.
"Bells, Berries, and Bananas" is a heartwarming episode that showcases the challenges and triumphs of the Arctic Air team. The episode is a reminder that even in the toughest of times, there is always hope and a chance for a brighter future.