Ep 3. Out of Thin Air

In "Expedition Unknown: Hunt for the Yeti" season 1 episode 3, titled "Out of Thin Air," explorer Josh Gates travels to Nepal to investigate a mysterious aircraft wreckage believed to be linked to the region's ongoing yeti sightings.

After arriving in Nepal and preparing for the expedition, Gates meets with locals who claim to have witnessed the yeti firsthand. He also visits the site of the aircraft wreckage, which was discovered by a team of trekkers in 2008. The wreckage is located in a remote area of the Himalayan mountains, and speculation has circulated that it could be related to the yeti sightings.

Gates and his team interview experts in the fields of aviation and wildlife, trying to piece together the history of the wreckage and determine if it could be the missing link in proving the existence of the yeti. They also gather DNA samples from the site to test for evidence of any unknown creatures in the area.

As they delve deeper into the mystery, a photo surfaces that raises even more questions. The photo depicts what appears to be a yeti footprint, taken by a member of the Nepalese army. Gates sets out in search of the original print to determine its legitimacy and hopefully uncover new leads in the hunt for the legendary creature.

With each step, Gates and his team are faced with more incomprehensible evidence and unpredictable terrain. From high-altitude hiking to high-tech drone surveys, they go to great lengths to uncover the truth behind the yeti sightings and the aircraft wreckage. Will they be the ones to finally solve the mystery of the yeti?

"Expedition Unknown: Hunt for the Yeti" season 1 episode 3, "Out of Thin Air," is an exciting and suspenseful installment in the series. The episode combines thrilling adventure with scientific inquiry, exploring both ancient myths and modern technological discoveries. It offers a fascinating look into the mysteries of the yeti and the many ways in which humans continue to search for answers in the natural world.