If you're a fan of the thrilling aviation drama 'Ice Pilots NWT' (2009), you'll love these 10 similar shows and movies that capture the same high-flying excitement, daring adventures, and rugged northern landscapes. Whether you're drawn to the challenges of bush flying, the camaraderie of pilots, or the breathtaking aerial footage, this list has something for every aviation enthusiast.

Deadliest Catch (2005)
Description: Chronicles the dangerous work of crab fishermen in the Bering Sea, highlighting the harsh environment and life-threatening challenges.
Fact: The show has documented several real-life emergencies, including ship sinkings and rescues at sea.


Ice Road Truckers (2007)
Description: Follows truckers who haul supplies over frozen lakes and treacherous winter roads, showcasing the extreme conditions and risks they face.
Fact: The series originally focused on truckers in Canada's Northwest Territories, where they transport goods to remote diamond mines.


Ax Men (2008)
Description: Documents the lives of loggers in the Pacific Northwest, showcasing their dangerous work in remote and rugged terrain.
Fact: The show highlights the risks of logging, including falling trees and heavy machinery accidents.


The Last Alaskans (2015)
Description: Profiles the few remaining families living in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, showcasing their isolation and self-sufficiency.
Fact: The residents are among the last people legally allowed to live in the refuge, which is otherwise protected from human habitation.


Flying Wild Alaska (2011)
Description: Highlights the daily operations of a small airline in the Alaskan wilderness, emphasizing the unpredictable weather and rugged terrain pilots must navigate.
Fact: The show features the Tweto family, who run Era Alaska, providing essential air transport to remote communities.


Gold Rush (2010)
Description: Follows gold miners in the wilderness as they face extreme weather, equipment failures, and the constant pressure to strike it rich.
Fact: The show began with a group of inexperienced miners trying their luck in Alaska, and has since expanded to other locations.


Airplane Repo (2010)
Description: Focuses on the high-stakes world of repossessing aircraft, showcasing the challenges and dangers of aviation in extreme conditions.
Fact: The show follows a team of repo agents who must locate and reclaim aircraft from owners who have defaulted on payments, often in hostile environments.


Bering Sea Gold (2012)
Description: Focuses on gold dredgers operating in the icy waters of the Bering Sea, where they face extreme cold and mechanical challenges.
Fact: The miners use makeshift dredges to sift through the ocean floor in search of gold, often working in freezing conditions.


The Aviators (2010)
Description: A documentary series that explores various aspects of aviation, from pilot training to aircraft maintenance, appealing to aviation enthusiasts.
Fact: The show covers a wide range of aviation topics, including safety, technology, and the history of flight.


Yukon Men (2012)
Description: Follows the residents of a remote Alaskan village as they hunt, fish, and survive in one of the harshest environments on Earth.
Fact: The show highlights the traditional subsistence lifestyle of the people in Tanana, Alaska, who rely on the land for survival.
