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S3·E17 Money Plane

Episode
Season 3, Episode 17
Air Date
March 7, 2005
Runtime
44 minutes
Director
Scott Lautanen
Writers
Steven Maeda, Sunil Nayar
Score
6.7/10 (6 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired March 7, 2005 44 min ★ 6.7/10 · 6 TMDB votes
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Synopsis

Someone uses a laser light to blind a pilot and bring down a jet, which carries $1.2 billion in checks to be delivered to banks on the eastern seaboard. The crime scene evidence reveals a victim, a young fundraising socialite, who was inside the plane but killed prior to the crash. Now, although the team has little to work with since the victim's wealthy family is opposing an autopsy, Horatio must follow the money trail. Meanwhile, Calleigh works on the case with her ex-boyfriend, Detective Hagen, and their romantic history could cause problems for both of them.

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Episode recap

In the episode "Money Plane," a jet carrying $1.2 billion in checks crashes, and the crime scene evidence reveals a victim, a young fundraising socialite, who was killed prior to the crash. The wealthy victim's family is opposing an autopsy, but Horatio must follow the money trail to investigate the case.

Calleigh works on the case with her ex-boyfriend, Detective Hagen, and their romantic history could cause problems for both of them. The team has little to work with, but Horatio must navigate the complex case, following the money trail to uncover the truth.

The episode focuses on the investigation into the plane crash, with the team working to uncover the identity of the victim and the circumstances surrounding their death. The case is complicated by the victim's wealthy family, who are opposing an autopsy, and the team must navigate the challenges of working with a difficult family.

The episode explores the personal and professional relationships between the characters, particularly the complicated history between Calleigh and Detective Hagen. The case is a complex and challenging one, requiring the team to use their skills and expertise to uncover the truth.

The episode is part of the third season of CSI: Miami, a crime drama television series that aired on CBS from 2002 to 2012. The show follows a team of crime scene investigators working for the Miami-Dade Police Department as they use physical evidence to solve crimes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 3 Episode 17 of CSI: Miami air?

Season 3, Episode 17 ('Money Plane') originally aired on March 7, 2005.

How long is Season 3 Episode 17 ('Money Plane')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 44 minutes.

What happens in CSI: Miami Season 3 Episode 17?

Someone uses a laser light to blind a pilot and bring down a jet, which carries $1.2 billion in checks to be delivered to banks on the eastern seaboard. The crime scene evidence reveals a victim, a young fundraising socialite, who was inside the plane but killed prior to the crash. Now, although the...

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