A new recruit joins a squadron of British fighter pilots in the summer of 1940, as they prepare to face a confrontation with the overwhelming forces of the Luftwaffe over the English Channel, while the ground crew at their base anxiously await reports from the conflict. Second World War adventure, starring Jack Hawkins and John Gregson.

The year is 1940 and Pilot Officer T.B. Baird arrives straight out of flight school to join a front line RAF squadron at the height of the Battle of Britain. After an unfortunate start and a drumming down from his commanding officer, Baird must balance the struggle to impress his Group Captain, regain his pride, fit in with his fellow pilots, and survive one of the most intense air battles in history.