Collision Course Episode Guide

Episode Guide

  • Season 1 Episode 3: Plane

    The science and psychology behind the 1989 Kegworth plane crash reveals that decisions made seconds, minutes or decades earlier can determine who lives or dies. Even though flying is the safest way to travel, the chances of surviving a crash can be affected by the seat a person chooses and the age, sex and health of passengers. Last in series

  • Season 1 Episode 2: On Our Roads

    An attempt to unravel the science and psychology behind car accidents, revealing the decisions taken by three drivers involved in fatal crashes. With eight deaths and 800 injuries occurring every day on the country's roads, can these potentially deadly decisions be avoided?

  • Season 1 Episode 1: Train

    Three-part series revealing the science and psychology behind crashes, beginning with the Southall rail disaster. Looking at the 8.5 seconds of the crash, the programme attempts to discover why some passengers died, while others apparently more at risk did not. With a major train crash predicted to happen every two years, what choices will improve the chances of surviving a collision?