Beke investigates a near-disaster on the Elbe in which a freighter almost rammed a sailing boat. Despite being accompanied by pilots, the incident occurred. The Brotherhood of Pilots remains silent, while Beke discovers that the pilot Lina Feindt (Marie Hacke) was on board and has now been suspended. Lina feels unfairly treated and accuses the captain of negligence. Beke is unsure whether she can trust Lina. In addition, Beke's ex-husband David (Martin Bretschneider) unexpectedly turns up at the Rieperhof, which further complicates the situation.