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and is suitable for general audiences.

[♪] ANNOUNCER: This program is rated G

[♪]

[background din, indistinct]

Good morning.

Yes, it is.

Howdy, everybody!

- Mornin'. - Morning.

[Cobra Smith] I trust you've all had an opportunity

to look over the ops manual.

Before we dive in,

I just want to take this opportunity

to officially welcome the newest members of our team...

"Hawk" Gilbert and "Blitz" Fitzgerald.

- [smattering of applause] - Welcome, guys.

Now...

as our training gets underway,

we're gonna be working

in two teams...

the four-aircraft

"Diamond" formation, led by me.

Our goal is to demonstrate

the training and precision of Air Force pilots.

And the "Solos"...

you two

are expected to highlight

the maximum capabilities of the F-16.

And, together,

the Diamond and the Solos...

will give us

the Delta Formation.

Now, all right.

Let's get to it.

The Thunderbirds

are ambassadors to the United States Air Force.

Our precision flying demonstrations

and our involvement with communities across the country

support our mission

to inspire others to excellence.

It's also our job to put on one heck of an air show!

[♪]

[woman controller] Thunderbird 6

cleared for takeoff.

Runway 3, left.

[man controller] Thunderbird 6, maintain 8,500.

Now at departure,

Thunderbird 6 is passing 3,000 feet

for 8,500.

Lu, your mom's home.

[door shuts]

[gasps]

Hey, kiddo!

What are you doing up?

Just wanted to see you.

Oh. Do you want a warm drink before bed?

Sure.

- Okay. - [microwave beeps]

- Oh! - Uh-huh.

Grandma's specialty.

Look at that.

That's true.

I remember my grandma would make me a cup of warm milk

if I couldn't sleep.

I was about Lucy's age.

Grandmas are the best.

[chuckles]

Yes, they are.

[laughs]

All right, let's get you to bed, sleepy-head.

Okay.

Thanks, Mom.

[♪]

I looked up that bird we saw last week,

and you owe me an ice cream.

Oh? Was I wrong?

Yeah.

It was an osprey, not a hawk.

Okay, smartie.

Well, one ice cream for winning that bet.

Hey, have you, uh...?

Have you seen my keys?

[jangling]

Here you go.

How'd they get in there?

What would you do without me?

I'd definitely be lost.

Yeah, and so would your keys.

Yeah. Where are we flying to today?

I have some ideas.

Okay, Captain.

[♪]

Morning, Aiesha.

Paul! Payroll is all done.

Just waiting for you to sign off.

I don't know what I would do without you.

You'd be late with payroll.

True.

Uh, thank you for the bonus.

It was unexpected. I appreciate it.

I appreciate you.

Time to take that vacation.

Are you still planning

on going on that camping trip with your family?

Yes. Everyone is getting excited

about trying some new rock-climbing routes.

The employee discount really helped

with getting all the gear. Thank you.

Anytime. You deserve it.

I'm taking Alice to her doctor's appointment

today after school.

I'll remind you at two.

- Oh, and Aiesha? - Hmm?

Please let Ricky know

I love what he did with this display.

Of course.

Afternoon, Carol.

Hi!

[Carol chuckles]

How is my favorite future pilot?

Uh, training's going well.

My ground crew could use a little work, though.

[laughs]

Yeah, she's definitely keeping her dad in line.

Alice, I'd like you to meet my granddaughter, Lucy.

She just moved here from Japan with her mom.

Oh, my gosh! You know the Pilot Girls?

Dude...

you have the limited-edition aviation Pilot Girls backpack?

Where did you get that?

I got it in Japan.

I also have a lot of their other stuff, too.

Didn't see that coming.

Wait till she finds out

Lucy's mom is a Thunderbird pilot.

[yelps]

Your mom's a Thunderbird?

Unbelievable!

Newest recruit on the team.

That's amazing! So...

[Carol] It's just wonderful having them home.

Lucy's mostly been overseas since she was born.

- Hmm. - How's Alice doing?

She's good.

Well, she's pretty good.

She transferred to Jones Middle School.

Most of her friends are still at Hastings Elementary,

so it's taking her a little bit to adjust.

Lucy's going there as well.

That's where I'm going to school, too.

Cool!

[adults chuckling]

Looks like Dr. Yvonne is ready for you.

I'll be right back.

Okay.

Come on, kiddo.

[Carol] All right.

How you doing?

Just trying to let it all sink in.

Well, please, don't hesitate to call

if you have any questions, about anything.

- Thank you. - [phone rings]

Oh. Excuse me.

Yes?

Is everything okay?

Oh, no. Yeah. No, it... it slipped my mind.

Um... Okay, of course.

No, I am honored.

Um, I'll be there before close.

Uh, Carol?

I donated a scholarship to a few kids

that just graduated high school.

I still need to pick up the certified checks.

So, uh... I hate to break this up,

but we gotta go.

Paul, we're almost done for the day.

Lucy and I are just gonna head home.

Why don't we take Alice home with us

and you can pick her up when you're done with work?

Please, Dad?

Please?

[Carol chuckles]

Well, I know better than to mess with the Pilot Girls.

[♪]

[door closes]

Hey, Mom.

Hi, honey.

How you doing today?

Oh, I'm tired.

[indistinct whispering]

Who's Lucy's playdate?

That's Alice.

She's been a patient at the office

since she was a baby.

I introduced the two of them today.

Her father had something come up,

so I offered to bring her home with us.

Those two are getting along like two peas in a pod.

And they're gonna be going to the same school!

Wow.

I can't believe I was so busy

I missed when my daughter made a new friend.

Oh, a new job, a new town?

That's a lot to take in all at once!

Of course, you're gonna feel overwhelmed.

It is my dream job. I just...

[deep breath]

I hope that now that I have it, I can pull it off.

[scoffs]

All you've ever wanted since you were a little girl

is to fly and be a Thunderbird.

You made that happen.

You have been beating expectations

and pushing the envelope your whole life.

Now you can do this, too.

Hey, Mom. Um, this is Alice.

She knows anime, she goes to the same school,

and she wants to be a pilot, just like you.

What's it like, being a real pilot?

Do you... Do you ever feel like you're floating?

Or have you ever ejected?

Oh! What's your call sign?

Uh, well, that last part is classified, but...

have a seat.

[chuckling]

[knocking]

Uh...

- Hi. - Hi.

Can I help you?

I'm Paul.

I'm here for my daughter, Alice?

Dark hair. Blue eyes.

Yea-high?

Yeah.

Come in! Come in! We've just finished dinner.

That must be Carol.

Uh, yeah. Come in.

[door shuts]

Paul, this is my daughter, Emma.

Hi. Sorry. It's been a long day.

I can relate.

Why don't you have a seat?

We're just about to have dessert.

[chuckles]

Girls, help me clear the table.

I've got treats.

I've got mochi!

Oh. My favorite.

Uh, so, Mom tells me that you have an outdoor store?

Mm-hmm. Everything you need to enjoy the great outdoors.

Camping, fishing, rock climbing...

you name it.

Mm.

I don't enjoy the great outdoors.

It's turned on me before.

Okay, what are you talking about?

I was a Junior Girl Scout and had a run-in with a raccoon,

so, I prefer to stay in the sky now.

Well, I bet we could change your mind.

I mean... the store could change your mind.

Although, I do love a good challenge.

Your mom, she told me that you're a Thunderbird.

Mm-hmm.

Now, that sounds pretty exciting.

- Yeah. - What position do you play?

[laughs]

I fly "Opposing Solo".

Ah, well, that sounds lonely.

Oh, it's not. It's not.

Especially when you're flying 500 miles per hour

straight at another jet,

and they're going the same speed.

Okay, I stand corrected.

That sounds terrifying.

It can be, yeah.

Were you talking about one of the opposing passes?

"Inverted" or "Calypso"?

'Cause my favorite is definitely "Knife's Edge".

Oh! Impressive. You know your maneuvers.

Get ready.

It's gonna be all about airplanes now.

Don't I know.

Dad, Emma's call sign is "Blitz".

Isn't that cool?

Oh, that's a great name. How'd you get it?

Uh, it's classified.

Alice, you can call me "Blitz".

You have to earn the right to know what it means.

It's between us pilots.

[chuckles]

She told you? You know already?

She likes me!

Girl's not wrong.

So, when do you think I can come see your plane?

Oh, sweetheart, I'm sure there's lots of rules.

Oh, yeah, there are,

but Alice has someone on the inside now.

So, I'll put the request in,

and it shouldn't take too long to clear.

Really? Like, what? Like, a week?

It's classified. I'll let Alice know.

[Paul laughs]

[Paul] Okay.

All right. Well, I see I'm outnumbered here.

Carol... delicious.

This was a huge help today. Thank you for everything.

Oh, our pleasure.

Come on, kiddo. Let's fly.

Do you want to come to the store tomorrow?

Mom, can I?

Yeah. Yeah, sure.

Nice.

[smack-smack, bump-bump]

[girls giggling]

It's the Pilot Girls' secret handshake.

You must earn the right to know.

That's right.

It's classified.

- [whispers] And I know it. - [laughs]

Hey.

I'm gonna find out what your call sign means.

Goodnight.

[door shuts]

May I be excused?

Yes, of course. Of course.

Thank you.

Well...

he certainly got your attention.

Ohh. Mom.

I barely have time for you and Lucy,

let alone dating.

I need to stay focused.

I'm just saying

that he is a very sweet guy, and an amazing dad.

Yeah, I got that.

I just... I still have so many challenges at work,

and I need to master my maneuvers.

Thank you so much for dinner.

Love you.

[chuckles] Love you.

All right, let's review the Opposing Knife Edge pass.

Now I'll be constant,

down the center of the show line,

and call the marks.

Your job is to see me and adjust your timing

for us to cross at the show center safely.

Now, timing is critical.

Understood.

No room to be late on the moves...

not like Hawk over here.

Hey, I'm on time in the air... where it counts.

Right. Any questions?

Do you always start out on this maneuver?

I've seen your combat record, Blitz.

You can handle it.

- Just jump in. - Trust your instincts.

Stay in the zone.

You know, there's a reason

why they get Frost here to run this exercise.

Yeah? Why's that?

Because of the "frost" you will get

if anything goes sideways.

[♪]

Blitz, time to work on our first maneuver...

Knife Edge.

[Blitz] Setting up for the Knife Edge.

[Frost] Hang on. Keep it tight.

[Blitz] Coming at you.

[Frost] On my mark...

Now!

Okay, one more time.

Don't hesitate.

[Blitz] Got it.

[Frost] Ready...

hit it!

Better.

How'd you feel out there?

Well, I'd rather not be late.

You pushed it a little close.

Remember, you can't half-commit, or wait for my call.

You'll have to anticipate, or you'll be late.

Right. "Anticipate, don't hesitate."

That's what the solos are about...

knowing when to make the call yourself.

Gotta trust my instincts.

This training has a steep learning curve.

You've got the skills.

You wouldn't be here if you didn't.

Trust me. You're doing great.

[exhales]

So? How'd it go?

Well, there's... a little room for improvement.

Ah. Sounds a lot like Hawk's day over here.

Hey, we're talking about Blitz here.

I feel like I should be getting this.

Nah. You'll be leaving us in the dust in no time...

calling me out for sloppy formations.

Yeah, that's the truth.

You know, it takes time to get used to flying

with a new team.

We shouldn't be so hard on ourselves.

We'll get there.

We'll get it.

This system's gonna work.

Lucy, can you help me with these boxes?

Sure. Where?

Okay. There are colors and dots and stars.

The pinks go over here with the dots.

The blues go with the stars.

And then, the greens go over there with the lions.

The lions?

I ran out of hearts.

[chuckles]

[Alice breathing laboriously]

This is fun.

It's like "Go Fish".

[Alice exhales deeply]

What's that?

Oh. It's my scar.

From what?

When I was little,

I had to have operations on my heart.

See?

It starts here...

and it goes down to about...

here.

What happened?

When I was born,

one side of my heart was lazy.

It still doesn't pump blood like it's supposed to.

[takes shaky breath]

Dr. Yvonne says the problem's progressing,

and I might need a new one.

Are you scared?

Not really.

I mean, I'm more worried about my dad.

Like...

he tries to be brave about it, but...

I can always tell when he's scared.

That's why I keep him organized.

One less thing to worry about.

Yeah.

Welcome to Outdoor Supply Company.

Can I help you?

Hi. I'm Emma. I'm Lucy's mom.

I'm here to pick her up.

Oh, nice to meet you. I'm Aiesha.

Lucy's been so much fun to have around.

Good little worker, too.

Oh! That's very nice to hear. Thank you.

Hey!

What do you think?

Very impressive. Yeah.

I'll let the girls know you're here.

I wanted to say thank you for saving me this week.

Oh?

Yeah. With Mom and I both working,

it's been really difficult to figure out

what to do with Lucy after school.

It's so different being here than on base.

How so?

Well, the base in Japan is like a community.

So, you have a military I.D. to get on,

and then, once you're there,

there are plenty of safe spaces for kids to play together.

And if we were on base,

I didn't really worry about where Lucy was.

Yeah, that is very different.

Yeah. Here, everything's so spread out.

Gotta drive everywhere, and...

anyway, thank you.

No problem.

It's been fun having both girls.

Alice likes to keep everything organized

and Lucy has been right there, happily helping.

Yeah.

Those two are great together.

Yeah.

Lucy's been an absolute joy to have around.

Hey, uh, check this out, huh?

Who doesn't need this?

It's great for camping or for walking the dog at night.

Keeps you warm... and safe.

[laughs]

I think I need one. You're, uh, quite the salesman.

[chuckles] Come on.

Let me take you on a tour.

Okay.

Hiking and outdoor supplies.

Camping, to the left.

Fishing, right here to your right.

RVs, outside.

We even have a climbing wall.

Really?

Only thing you're missing is a lake.

Oh, no. We have that covered, too.

There's a small pond by the campers in the back.

You're joking.

No.

What made you decide to open an outdoor store?

I was raised by my grandma.

You know, she was always taking me on adventures.

Summers were the best.

We'd pack up the RV, then we would go cross-country.

You know, camping, fishing... hiking in Wyoming.

Pick peaches in Georgia.

We even drove through New York City.

[laughs] That sounds wonderful.

- Yeah. - When did you open the store?

Oh, no. That was all Grandma.

She started a neighborhood store when I was in high school.

Yeah. She knew exactly what to stock,

and the place took off.

I stayed close.

I went to UNLB Business School,

and we built this place together.

One more thing... the kids' section.

Oh... very cool.

Cute.

I have one for you.

Uh... [laughs]

Funny.

[chuckles]

Hey, Dad.

Hey, Mom. Nice raccoon.

Oh, no, no. That one's just for you.

[dramatically] But where there's one...

there's usually more.

[normal voice] Here, Lucy. This one's for you.

I love it. Thank you so much.

I've always been wanting to pet one.

Well, we'd better be going.

Grandma is making dinner.

Come on.

Hey, Blitz.

Any hints on what that call sign means?

Not a chance.

Dad... you're not ready yet.

It was worth a shot.

So, what did you do today?

Alice's dad helped us with our homework,

then me and Alice organized the store.

I liked it. It was fun.

[chuckles] Well, I'm not gonna complain about that!

How 'bout you?

Emma?

Sorry.

Sorry. I was just... looking at the maneuvers.

Grandma?

Alice told me today about her heart.

She said if it gets any worse,

she's gonna have to go on a list to get a new one.

[Carol] Alice is gonna be okay.

Dr. Yvonne is the best.

She's gonna take great care of her...

and so will I.

[quietly] Okay.

Thanks, Grandma.

Mom, can I go watch Pilot Girls now?

Yes. Yeah, sure, honey. Go ahead.

[hushed] I had no idea it was that bad.

Sometimes, with her diagnosis,

they can go along living their version of normal,

and then something will change.

[sighs] Poor Paul.

I can't imagine what he must be going through.

It's been a long road for him.

[softly] Yeah.

What happened to her mom?

Alice's mom died when she was two.

Paul has been mom and dad ever since.

He loves that girl more than anything.

Hmm.

[♪]

I just couldn't get rid of the Cessna.

We've had it since Whit was a baby.

MaryAna and I flew it here from Texas

with two kids and a chihuahua.

Sounds like one of those old Vacation movies.

[laughs] Yeah, well, it was quite an adventure.

MaryAna said, next time, I can take the kids,

and she will fly first-class.

[laughs]

- [phone buzzes] - Oh. Excuse me.

How's Diamond practice going?

Ah, one day, I feel like I got it,

the next day,

it's like I've never done the maneuver before.

I feel the same with Solo. It's like playing whack-a-mole.

Frost says everyone feels like that

their first year.

That's what Rocker said.

I guess we should believe them, but some days...

Briefing room.

Everybody, come take a seat.

So, up until this point,

we've been practicing as two teams...

the Diamonds and Solos.

And today's the big day...

Delta Day, where we bring the two together.

Cruising as one perfect unit.

Unless someone messes up.

That's not gonna happen.

Yes, sir.

Isn't it our job to merge with the Diamonds?

But it's also on us to adjust for the Solos.

[Cobra Smith] Well, it's about teamwork.

It's about adapting

to each other and to new environments.

We'll make it happen, sir.

Good. Let's get started.

- [door opens] - [Emma] Good to see you...

and your new hairdo.

[Paul] Why, thank you.

It's all in the name of fun.

Those rollers are a little big

for your short hair, aren't they?

It's never too late to try new things.

[laughs]

Mom, it's the new TikTok challenge.

It's a 90-second makeover.

You're next, Blitz.

That's right. Your chair awaits. [taps seat]

Come on, Mom. Sit.

What are you getting me into?

Okay.

And...

go!

You've got 90 seconds.

I see you guys do lots of outdoorsy stuff.

Yeah. Camping's good for the soul.

Says who?

[laughs]

How was school today, sweetheart?

Zoe Curran invited us to her birthday party.

- Ah. - She's so nice.

Uh, Zoe's dad flies

with the Aggressor Squadron at Nellis.

Have you met him?

Uh... Major Patrick Curran.

He was a Thunderbird, like, a year ago.

Oh. Um, not yet.

Close your eyes.

Zoe's party's gonna be at the store.

At the store, huh?

Well, there should be plenty of adult supervision then.

Nah... we just let them run wild.

Well, that sounds fun for the girls.

You should come, Mom.

Oh, I've gotta study, honey.

So, Lucy's been telling us all the places you've lived.

That sounds inspiring.

Oh, it can be.

It's also kind of exhausting.

Air Force tours for officers are three years overseas

and two years stateside.

[Lucy] We move a lot.

[Paul] 20 seconds left.

Does... Does that mean you're moving in two years?

[Emma] Unfortunately, yes.

Sometimes, they make exceptions,

but it's rare, and mostly luck.

Focus, girls. We're running out of time.

- Um, we need more black. - Yeah.

Ooh, definitely more black.

Five seconds.

That's better.

- [beeping] - Time's up. Brushes down.

- Done. - Done.

[exhales deeply]

Wow.

What? What's wrong?

Nothing. Um...

absolutely nothing.

Nice work, ladies.

[♪]

I can't stop thinking about you moving.

One year, 11 months, and counting.

It just doesn't seem fair.

I know, right?

I finally found a place where I really want to stay.

There has to be a way.

Nope. I've tried everything before.

Promised to get better grades, do more chores...

I even faked being sick.

That one kind of backfired.

[electronic owl hooting]

[laughs] I got it!

Wouldn't it be great if my dad liked your mom?

How great would it be if we were sisters?

We need something that gets them together...

alone.

That's gonna be hard.

My mom's really busy with her training stuff.

My dad's busy, too.

I don't think he's ever dated before.

Same with my mom.

Okay, we're gonna need to teach them how to date.

We need to get your mom and my dad

to Zoe's birthday party.

That could work.

Boo-oo-oo-oo-oo!

- [zip] - Gotcha!

[gasping]

[snickering]

[unzipping]

You got us.

Busted!

It is a good hiding place.

Do we have to go now?

Yeah.

Gotta finish our homework.

See you later, Fred.

Hoo! Hoo!

What are you feeling like today, huh?

Um, not sure.

Cereal... or the daily special?

Surprise me.

Voila!

I kind of feel sorry for Blitz.

Why?

Well, she just moved here

and she doesn't really have any friends.

Well, she's busy with the Thunderbirds.

I'm sure she's friends with all of them.

Dad, you know work friends are different.

[laughs] Okay, when did you turn 30?

I'm just saying!

Like, I don't know...

I was thinking

maybe you could invite her

to help you at Zoe's birthday party.

I don't think Emma would be very excited

about going to a kid's birthday party

at an outdoors store.

Okay, but lots of the other kids' parents

are gonna be there.

She could make some friends.

It's a good point.

Hadn't thought of that.

Syrup or berries?

Uh... berries, please.

You got it.

Yes, please.

Maybe both.

[snoring]

[grunt-snores]

[grumbles groggily]

Ahem. Hi, sweetheart.

How you doing?

I'm okay.

How long was I out?

'Bout an hour.

You were snoring.

[scoffs] Was not.

Was too.

[snoring]

[gasps and laughs]

You did not!

Mm.

Oh, I miss these snuggles.

Me too, Mom.

Sorry I've been so busy.

I know I haven't been around for you much.

It's okay now that Alice is my friend.

Well, I know this must be hard on you,

and I appreciate you being such a trooper.

Do you still have to study Saturday?

It's Zoe's birthday party.

It'll only be a couple of hours.

I really want you to come.

I miss being with you.

[chuckles weakly]

You're gonna play that card?

[laughs]

Okay.

How can I say "no" to that face?

Yes!

I'm so excited.

Alice said

this is the only place to get Zoe's birthday gift.

I love it.

Yeah, those are pretty cool.

Come on. Let's see what else they have.

Mom, can we look at these first?

Uh...

Plants? Okay.

Girls name them, like pets.

They're cute.

Oh.

Alice!

Hey.

This is great.

Now we can look together.

Uh, yeah... let me show you where the good stuff is.

Can we go on our own?

Sure, yeah. Call if you need us.

We'll be fine.

Yeah. And we'll probably take a long time.

[♪]

[laughs]

You don't think that they...?

Seems that way.

Right.

Of course.

Those two always conveniently find each other.

Mm-hmm.

You want to join me at the cafe while they're busy?

Sure, yeah.

Good idea.

They have the best iced tea here.

Whenever I pass through this part of town, I stop.

So you mean whenever

you have to make a mandatory stop

at the Girl's Boutique?

Yeah, that sounds about right.

It's nice that you do stuff like this with Alice.

And that's great that she has a dad

who is not afraid of wild animals,

and also isn't afraid of girly things.

Ah, it's part of the gig, and I enjoy it all.

So, aside from your gig as an awesome dad,

what part of your other job do you enjoy the most?

You know, that's tough.

I love the team atmosphere we've created at the store,

but I think the most rewarding part

is when our advice or our gear

helps someone get outdoors

to create their own memorable experience.

Hmm. That's nice.

That's a good way to connect with people.

I've had some of my most profound life experiences

outdoors.

It's the only place I feel like I can really clear my mind

and be fully present.

Thank you.

Thanks.

Anyway, enough about me. How's training?

Oh, it's great.

I'm really feeling it.

Every muscle in my body hurts from pulling Gs.

Oof. What are they doing to you?

Well, we started Delta Formation this week,

which is really exciting,

but the maneuvers are tight,

so my hand went numb from holding the position.

[laughs] It'll get better,

but just don't expect me to text for a couple days.

[laughs]

Alice has the Delta poster in her room.

It looks like your wings are almost touching.

They almost are.

At times, we fly about 18 inches away from each other.

Wow. That's close.

[laughs] Yeah. Yeah.

It's definitely different from how I'm used to flying.

Yeah, but you're doing it.

I've only known you for a short time,

but I feel like you can do anything.

- Hmm. - I mean it.

I-I really believe that.

Thank you.

Thanks. I wouldn't trade this experience for anything.

I really love what I do.

I love challenging myself, being a part of a team.

It really is a dream come true.

You light up when you talk about flying.

Alice does the exact same thing.

I remember being her age,

and just having this desire to get in the sky.

I know exactly how she feels.

My little girl never ceases to amaze me.

Hmm.

Yeah.

It surprises me sometimes how much she's aware of.

I feel the same way about Lucy.

We're gonna have to keep our eye on those two.

They're up to something.

Oh, you can count on it.

Have you thought about coming to the birthday party?

I am looking for an assistant.

Oh. For what?

Well, I decided to put together this friendly competition

to see who can set up a tent the fastest.

Oh.

Well, I haven't set up a tent in years.

I don't think I'd be much help.

That's okay.

The kids'll feel better

if you're setting your tent up upside-down.

Oh. Well, at least my inexperience

can help the children feel better about themselves.

You know, on second thought,

you might want to show up early to practice,

so you're not too terrible.

I'll help you.

What do you say?

Okay, I'll come. [laughs]

[smack]

"Hometown Hero" nominee

is Paul Wagner.

He owns The Outdoor Store in Henderson.

I know that guy.

"The Hometown Hero"?

Yeah. Hometown Hero is someone

who goes above and beyond for the community.

This guy had the most nominations we've seen

in a long time.

He does a lot.

[Hawk] This guy custom-made a piece of outdoor equipment

for a friend of mine with a disability.

Didn't even charge him.

[Rocker] And, last year, when that flash flood

hit the homes in Henderson,

he loaned out RVs, campers, and supplies to the community

to help get those displaced back on their feet.

And there's a lot more here.

Plus, he's got a daughter who wants to be a pilot.

Just proof she's being raised right.

We give the Hometown Heroes a true Thunderbird experience...

a flight in an F-16...

which is scheduled for...

Thursday,

and we still need someone to pick up the ride.

We have a Diamond practice scheduled that day.

Hmm.

Ah, well, I can do it.

I know him.

His daughter and mine are best friends, actually.

He's been good to us.

- Really? - Yeah.

Well, thanks for stepping up.

Public Affairs is reaching out to him today

to confirm.

They'll send you protocol.

So make sure you clear it with Boss.

Yeah.

[♪]

Nice work, Paul.

You made it through your ejection-seat training

and your flight-suit fitting.

You look good.

Likewise.

I didn't realize so much prep

goes into just taking a ride in a jet.

Well, we try not to hurt our Hometown Heroes.

Just "try"?

[chuckles] I gotta admit,

the possibility of passing out and getting airsick...

it did kill the buzz a bit.

Oh, you'll be fine.

Your G-suit will help with the passing out.

Only you can control the other thing.

I'll do my best.

- I would appreciate that. - [laughs]

I'll be talking to you throughout the entire process

so that you know what's going on.

When I get the plane airborne, I'll pull the gear up,

and then we'll accelerate to about 450 knots.

[low whistle] That's over 500 miles an hour!

[chuckles] All right.

Let's head out to the practice field

for your ride.

Carol, Alice, and Lucy will be waiting for us

when we touch down.

We'll be flying the F-16 "D" model today.

Can I fly this thing from the backseat?

You can...

but you won't.

[chuckling]

Yeah, I had no idea what you do.

This is incredible!

Mm-hmm. Best job in the world.

When did you know you wanted to become a pilot?

Mm. Always.

My Uncle Joe... my mom's brother...

used to take me up in his Cessna when I was a kid,

and when I was about Alice's age,

he let me hold the controls... I was hooked.

Huh. Lucky girl.

And then what happened next?

What do you mean?

Well, how'd you go from flying a Cessna

to a... a Thunderbird?

Oh! Ha. You want my resume.

[laughing]

Student pilot license at 14,

solo at 16,

Air Force Academy, pilot training,

fighter slot...

assignments here and there.

So when you go in, you go all-in.

I like that.

That's enough about me. What about you?

You don't seem very nervous right now.

I trust you.

So, you gonna let me know

how you got that call sign, Blitz?

Absolutely not.

You haven't earned it... yet.

Oh, ho, ho. Okay.

Let's get our G-suits on.

[Blitz] All right! Ready back there?

[Paul] Go for it.

[engine screaming]

[Blitz] You feel that kick?

[Paul] Oh, yeah.

[Blitz] All right, hang on!

Hanging on.

Whoa-oa-oa-oa!

Whoa, yeah, baby! Whoo!

Whoo-ee!

[Blitz] All right, now we're gonna pull some Gs!

[Paul] Go for it!

[Blitz] Here we go!

[Blitz] You okay back there?

Oh, yeah! Yeah, I'm okay!

Whoa...!

Whoa! That was awesome!

[tires screeching]

Whoa! Oh, yeah!

Ohh!

You all right?

It felt like my face was gonna slide off!

Yeah. That was a full loop.

You passed through 15,000 feet of air on that maneuver.

Whoo!

Ohh, I'm just so happy I didn't throw up.

Yeah, that's the first test.

It felt like a roller coaster off the rails.

All right. Well, we can do it again.

Yeah? How about a-a... how about a sunset flight?

Next time.

Yeah? That's a maybe!

[Alice] That was amazing!

So, how did it feel? Were you scared?

Or did you feel sick?

All of the above.

How many Gs did you pull?

Did you do a loop?

You know, I have to say, I'm very impressed.

After aileron rolls, a full loop,

and pulling almost nine Gs,

he still made it down the ladder on his own.

I did not know that.

Nine Gs? Dad, you did so well!

Thank you.

Did you girls have fun?

Yeah. The crew chiefs gave us ice cream.

Oh, that's nice.

You need some ice cream?

I think I might.

[laughter]

- Can I frame it? - Yeah.

I'm sure your dad can help you with that.

There you go, Alice.

All right, it's official...

you're an honorary member of the Thunderbirds.

Thanks, guys.

All right.

I know that look.

Thinking about flying, huh?

What's it like when you're up there?

Well, I love the...

the challenge, the speed...

It's quiet.

Like another world.

And... when it's just me...

no training maneuvers or missions...

I feel...

[deep breath]

free as a bird

and...

connected,

at the same time.

It's just me and the sky.

Nothing else matters.

That sounds like I always hoped it would be.

I know

my heart will probably prevent me

from ever being a real pilot...

but I'll keep dreaming.

You never know.

Lots of ways to fly.

[indistinct exchange]

They're so adorable together.

Mm-hmm. Thanks.

That meant a lot to Alice today.

Oh, I'm so glad I could do something special for her.

Do you mind if she comes home with Lucy and I later?

That's perfect.

I'll pick her up after I lock up at the store.

All right.

The girls will be so excited.

See you.

I should be there around seven.

[♪]

Hey! You're right on time.

It's cupcake night.

Ooh, impeccable timing!

Don't forget to add sprinkles.

That was so funny.

Mom thought we said we couldn't find "the monkeys".

We were talking about car keys.

They're ganging up on me!

That is funny.

Lately, I feel like

my brain just doesn't function past 6:00 p.m.

Well, that's because you're always studying

and you don't take breaks.

You need to relax.

You can't keep this tempo up.

I'm afraid if I stop, I won't start again.

You know, I have just the thing for that.

Let's go camping this weekend, huh?

Oh, I... I don't need another challenge.

[Lucy] Come on, Mom.

All the sunshine, fresh air...

water.

Lu, I've already got so much to do this weekend.

We could go to Ruby Lake.

It's gorgeous.

Yeah! We'll go out Saturday.

You'll be back Sunday.

I want to go.

[sighing] Really?

Camping?

Look, we'll even go easy on you.

It's your first time, right? So we'll go glamping.

It's almost like a hotel.

Trust me.

It'll clear your mind.

You'll feel much better.

Okay.

Okay. But there better not be any raccoons!

Scout's honor.

It's so luxurious.

Yeah, my dad started me this way, too.

But now we just use sleeping bags under the stars.

Oh, right. Well, let's not get ahead of ourselves.

Is everyone ready for some adventure?

I am!

Good. Alice? What's on the schedule?

Okay, we have...

fishing,

light hike,

doubles canoe, fire pit,

hopefully, cook fish... s'mores,

and stargazing.

That's a lot.

Well, let's get started.

The fun isn't gonna happen on its own.

[♪]

Okay.

I caught one!

Wait, wait, wait.

Okay!

There we go. Nice catch.

[Lucy] Oh! I think I got one too!

Oh, you got one, too? Okay, okay, yeah.

Not too quick. Not too quick. Not too quick.

There you go. There we go!

[laughs]

- [reel ratcheting] - Uh... Paul?

Okay, nice and easy. Nice and easy, you got this.

Yeah. Yeah, yeah, yeah. Good, good, good, good, good!

[gasps]

Lost it.

Can't catch 'em.

[♪]

[Alice wheezing]

Are you having one of your thingies again?

Um, it'll be over in a minute.

Hey, kiddo. Another one?

It's fine, Dad. It's almost over.

[whump]

I think we should take it easy for the rest of the day.

Dad, canoeing's next on the list.

You have to take them.

You know... I've done time in a canoe,

and I'm okay staying on land.

I'll stay.

Dad, please take Lucy.

She's never been.

I'm fine. Really.

I-I can stay with Blitz.

You sure you're okay?

Yeah.

Do you want to go?

Can I, Mom?

Of course. Yeah.

I'll be right back.

Okay.

[smooch] Thank you.

Mm.

Here's the deal, though...

we have to carry it all the way down to the water.

[Lucy] Oh, no.

[Paul] You okay with that?

[Lucy] Sure, I can do it.

That's it. That's it. A little deeper.

- Good! - Got it!

There you go.

You're a natural.

Hey, why don't you just pull your paddle up

and just rest it on the canoe?

Good.

It's nice just to slow down and be in the moment.

"In the moment"?

Yeah.

That way, you can take in the whole experience.

What do you see?

Well, I see water,

trees, mountains...

lots of trees!

Wish I had my phone so I could take a picture.

Can I teach you a trick?

When I want to remember a moment,

I just stop... and I close my eyes.

Why don't you give it try?

You ready?

Can you still see the mountain?

Uh... yeah.

I guess.

What do you hear?

- [bird warbles] - [water laps against hull]

I hear the water making noise on the boat.

Good.

- [bird warbles] - Oh, and there's a bird, too.

Good job! You're getting it.

Oh, I think I see the mountain now.

There's a lot of trees on it.

[paddle splashes water]

You hear that fish?

Yeah!

- [splashing] - Whoa, there's another one!

Hey!

Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa! Okay, okay, okay.

I give up. You win.

[water lapping hull]

Do you want to go check out that beaver dam?

Ooh! Yeah.

[birds singing]

[Alice exhales deeply]

Hi.

[thumping seat]

Feeling better?

Oh, yeah. Yeah, I'm good. I just needed a rest.

Good.

You know...

I think we pilots are a lot alike.

Training for Thunderbirds is really, really hard,

and, sometimes...

I wonder if I'm ever gonna be as good as I need to be.

Really?

And I get frustrated a lot.

I know everything's going to be all right, but...

that doesn't mean I don't get scared

on the inside.

I... I couldn't tell.

That's 'cause I hide it.

And that's not always a good thing.

It prevents people from being there for me.

I'm a little scared.

It's okay to be scared.

I just don't want my dad

to worry any more than he already does.

Hey.

Don't be concerned about your dad. Okay?

Your father is going to worry the perfect amount.

I've learned a lot from you lately.

Like what?

Well...

you're the one that got me to stop working,

come out here...

relax...

and spend some time together this weekend.

Thank you for that.

[Alice sighs]

I don't know about camping, but...

[chuckling]

Dinner was delicious.

Camp cuisine has come a long way since Junior Girl Scouts.

[chuckling] Well, I can't just serve you hot dogs.

We want you coming back.

It's working. I'm really enjoying myself.

Very relaxed.

[Paul] That's good.

Girls! Bedtime!

[Emma] Thank you for all of this,

and for playing with Lucy.

I have not seen her so happy and...

exhausted...

ever!

The one-on-one was nice.

I really like spending time with her.

Yeah. Well, she doesn't get a lot of rough-and-tumble time.

She never knew her dad, so.

May I ask why?

Yeah. Um...

[flames crackling]

Stephen and I met during pilot training...

and...

at the start of the second year,

we got married,

and at the end of that year, there was...

there was an accident on a rejoin-formation practice.

[deep breath]

I didn't know yet that I was pregnant with Lucy.

Um...

I am so sorry. I...

Lucy looks a lot like him.

Well, we have that to hold onto, at least.

Yeah.

Um, Alice looks a lot like her mom, too.

There is something comforting about that.

Right?

Mom said she passed when Alice was two?

Yeah. Yeah, that's right.

Yeah, she had a... a heart condition.

The first year without her was the hardest.

Being a single dad to a daughter

is different than anything I could have ever imagined.

You know, I'm the one who has to teach Alice

all the big stuff in life.

You know.

Yeah.

I'm really not looking forward

to some of these future conversations.

Terrifies me, at times.

Hey.

You are the best "girl dad" I've ever met.

Thank you.

I just want to get it right.

Me too.

[♪]

next to the purchase orders

or under the counter?

[distantly] Yeah, that'll work.

Dad? You doing okay?

I'm fine.

You know...

if something's on your mind,

then the best thing to do is to talk about it.

How would you feel

about me asking Emma on a date, hmm?

[mouths words]

[forced calm] Yeah. Yeah. You like her, huh?

Yeah. I really do.

Well, then you should definitely ask her out.

I don't know.

She just seems so busy.

Dad, she went camping.

You gotta think positive.

Well, yeah, but her schedule, and her studying, and...

Wait. You need to take breaks when you're studying.

You tell me that all the time.

Besides, you'll be helping her.

You think so?

Dad, you gotta take a chance.

Get out of your comfort zone.

So, have you thought about where you're gonna take her?

I was thinking about maybe taking her

to a really great Italian restaurant.

Okay. Boring.

She's a fighter pilot.

It has to be something fun.

Fun, like an activity?

Yeah.

Right.

That's good.

Yeah, let me think on this. Uh...

You're gonna do great, Dad.

How did you get to be so wise, huh?

Good parenting?

[chuckles]

Fadeaway.

- [thunk] - Oh...

- That went well. - Yeah, it felt better.

You've got the Solo maneuvers.

You just need to work a little more

on your Delta rejoin with the rest of the team.

Aw, come on. Let's go ten.

What'd you get up to this weekend?

Oh, I went camping.

You went camping?

[Emma] Yeah.

Paul took, uh, his daughter, Alice,

and Lucy and I.

It was really nice, actually.

Wait! The Hometown Hero?

It's that, uh, outdoor rugged look.

And those eyes.

- Maybe it's the hair. - [men chuckling]

All right, guys, come on.

He seems great, Blitz.

Hey, we're heading out for a night of "team building".

Guess who got to pick the venue?

Oh... Hawk. Karaoke?

No. Please, please don't do that to us again.

Guys. It's my calling.

You're an amazing pilot, but you can't sing.

She has a point.

[Emma] I have plans.

I'll take a raincheck.

Hey!

[indistinct chatter]

Thank you.

I cannot remember

the last time I was in a place just for adults.

Right?

No more singing mice or sticking to your seat.

[chuckles]

I find myself thanking you a lot.

You always, uh, come to the rescue,

make me laugh.

I'm enjoying every minute of it.

We've been prepping so hard for this run-through.

It's a friends-and-family practice airshow,

and it's coming up soon.

It's... It's a lot, so, I appreciate it.

Anytime.

I wanted to ask you, um,

what's it feel like

to be the newest member of the squadron?

They treating you okay?

Oh, yeah.

Yeah, it's great.

The guys are like brothers.

Always joking and...

but serious about what matters. You know?

They really have my back, and that's very important.

Yeah.

What?

[chuckles softly]

You're unlike anyone I've ever met before.

I admire how much you put into your work.

I really do.

Oh. I guess I'm just proud of it.

Doesn't seem to be much time for just you, though,

and I think that we better change that.

Well... this is a good start.

[clink]

Do you have a... a bucket list?

Mm. Mm-hmm.

It probably needs an update.

Oh... good.

'Cause there are plenty of places I'd like to show you.

Las Vegas isn't just casinos.

Us locals... we know all the hidden gems.

There's this place that's just outside the city,

has the most incredible view of a sunset.

I like that idea.

And there just so happens to be a small airstrip there.

[both laughing]

You've thought of everything.

Well, actually, Alice was the one who found it,

but I think you're gonna love it.

So, have I watched too many movies,

or do all you pilots play pool, huh?

[chuckles] Only one way to find out.

Oh. Okay.

I'll take it easy on you.

Uh, you probably shouldn't.

I used to play at a bar just like this at the academy.

Uh-oh.

Here's to healthy sportsmanship.

Hmm...

I'll take it easy on you.

You can go first.

You probably shouldn't do that.

["Skip The Line" by Sugar and the Hi-Lows plays]

[clacking]

Nice one.

[clack-thunk]

This should be fun.

♪ ...Got an open sky

♪ I got you by my side...

[♪]

♪ Yeah, I...

♪ I got a big old heart

♪ I got a big blue sky

♪ I got you by my side

[♪]

♪ Everybody's waiting

♪ Worried about their problems

♪ Except you and I

♪ Are gonna skip the line

Good game.

Very good game.

But I like this song. Come on.

Dancing is not going to save you

from losing the next game.

I don't know about that.

["You" by Tom Speight plays]

♪ ...If you need hope

♪ If you feel low...

[laughs]

It's been a while, sorry.

That's okay.

♪ ...Can't take my eyes off of you... ♪

[♪]

How's this, huh?

I like it.

I like it, too.

So... what about you?

Have you dated?

No, not really.

There's a lot of great women out there,

but Alice and I... we come as a package deal.

She's gotta be the right one.

I have to really be feeling it.

Yeah.

Lucy and I are the same.

Plus, um...

it's really hard to find a guy

that can handle

the moving

and what I do.

He's gonna have to be very strong

and...

comfortable with himself.

♪ ...life without you

♪ And the things that you do

♪ If you need heart

♪ If you need soul

♪ If you need anything at all ♪

♪ Can't take my eyes off of you ♪

♪ Can't take my eyes off of you... ♪

You ready for another game?

In a moment.

♪ ...When it shines on you

♪ Can't take my eyes off of you ♪

Airshow run-throughs can be challenging.

I will admit, I'm a little nervous.

Well, I'd be worried if you weren't.

Now remember, you would not be here

if you weren't already an amazing pilot.

[exhales deeply]

[engines roaring]

[♪]

[Frost] Time to work on the Calypso Pass.

[Blitz] Gotcha, Five.

[Frost] Smoke on. Ready now.

Set 150.

[Blitz] You got it.

[Frost] Calypso complete.

Blitz, prepare to rejoin Delta.

[Blitz] Joining formation.

Coming up on the left side.

[Frost] Tighten up.

Push forward.

Push forward... you're a little late.

[Blitz] Got it.

[Frost] That's it.

Commit and go!

[♪]

Come on, Blitz. You were amazing.

It doesn't matter how you got there.

You got into formation.

I was late.

That's why we train... so we can improve.

Besides, no one gets it perfect the first time.

Well, I did.

He didn't.

And unlike the rest of us, you get worse with practice.

Good one!

Hey, keep doing what you're doing.

Thanks, guys. I appreciate it.

[Hawk] You weren't serious about that, were you?

Ah, maybe a little.

Hey, Blitz.

We'll be performing a full practice airshow soon

in front of family and some press.

Now, that means

every component needs to be tight.

You've been a little delayed on the rejoin for the Delta.

You're doing great once you're in...

nice and smooth.

You just need to fly the jet more aggressively

to join the formation.

Just get into position on time.

Understood.

You know... flying with the Thunderbirds

is different than anything you've ever done

with any other squadron.

Stay aggressive, but relax.

Yeah.

Got it.

[♪]

Mom, my head is spinning.

I thought about Stephen and his accident, and then...

Well, that makes sense with all the maneuvers you're doing.

I mean, you're only being human.

And then I thought about Paul.

I can't think about anyone or anything

other than training right now.

That's the way I would go.

Oh, would you excuse me a minute?

Mom, I gotta go.

Hi.

Hey.

Is, uh, is Lucy ready?

Uh, no, I don't think so. You're a little bit early.

Um, but I can go track the girls down.

Okay.

Rough day, or what?

Yeah, you could say that.

How about you?

Yeah, same as usual.

I've just been chasing our girls around everywhere.

Yeah.

What's going on?

Paul, this thing, between us...

it's just happening too fast.

Oh... okay.

I'll reel it back.

Slow it down.

I just need to concentrate on my training.

I agree.

I-Is there anything that I can do to help?

No, it's not that.

You do everything to help.

[words catch]

Emma, what we have between us,

it-it's a good thing.

I just moved across the world with my daughter.

Okay? My job is so much more difficult

than I ever could have imagined and...

if I make one mistake when I am training,

it could have serious consequences.

I understand.

[♪]

[quietly] It's just too much.

[shakily] I'm sorry.

Okay.

So am I.

I'll let Lucy know you're here.

[♪]

[announcer] Ladies and gentlemen...

It's my pleasure to offer you a warm welcome

to the Nellis Air Force Base

friends-and-family airshow run-through.

Hi!

Should've known Alice would get here early!

She's been waiting for this all week.

No one got any sleep last night.

Dad, is it okay if me and Lucy go closer?

I want to show her

the upside-down number on Five's plane.

I've been meaning to ask you...

why is the number on Frost's plane upside down?

Dad...

everybody knows it's 'cause

Five does most of his flying upside down.

[announcements continue, indistinct]

I didn't.

Okay, go ahead.

Lucy, you got your phone?

Yep.

Okay. Be careful, girls.

I'm glad you're here.

I am, too.

And, Paul, I'm sorry about Emma.

She...

Carol, it's all good.

She's just under a lot of pressure right now.

I understand.

She needs to concentrate on her training.

She cares a lot about you and Alice.

We care for her, too.

Ladies and gentlemen,

please welcome our two Solo pilots...

our Lead Solo, Thunderbird 5...

Major Robert "Frost" Nelson.

And Thunderbird 6... flying Opposing Solo,

Captain Emma "Blitz" Fitzgerald.

It's starting. There's Blitz!

There's my mom. Hi, Mom.

We've got some spectacular maneuvers

planned for today,

so, everyone, buckle up

and watch America's Team in action.

This is so cool!

- [Alice sputters] - Alice?

Do you remember any of the maneuvers?

Are you okay?

Hey, what's going on, Alice?

I'm fine.

Are you sure? We can go now if you...

No!

No. I-I can't miss this.

I'm fine. I just... choked on my drink.

That every Air Force pilot must perform...

[♪]

[announcer] And now...

the moment you've all been waiting for...

sit back and relax...

because it's showtime.

Watch as Thunderbird 1, known to the team as "Boss",

brings the team from takeoff

into the iconic Diamond formation.

There she goes!

[♪]

[announcer] At times,

the team flies a mere 18 inches apart.

- [cheering] - Whoo!

[♪]

They're coming up on Knife's Edge.

That sounds scary.

It only looks scary. Just wait.

[Blitz] Gotcha, Frost.

[Frost] Solos ready...

hit it!

[cheering]

[announcer] Six is really on her game today!

That was close.

She was right on time!

[Frost] Blitz, that's it. Crisp and clean.

[♪]

[Blitz] Rolling!

[announcer] Now, look to your right

as Captain "Blitz" Fitzgerald

performs four consecutive aileron rolls.

Incredible!

I told you it would be like this!

[announcer] And now, one of my all-time favorites...

the Calypso Pass,

featuring our pilots,

"Frost" Nelson and "Blitz" Fitzgerald.

[Blitz] Gotcha, Five.

[♪]

My mom is so cool.

I know. I love it.

[Frost] Nice one, Blitz.

[Blitz] Thanks.

That was a blast.

[announcer] Look high, and to the right,

as Thunderbird 1, "Boss,"

repositions the Delta for the Delta Burst.

[Boss] Nice work, team!

This is so cool.

[announcer] We are proud to represent

the 66,000 Air men and women

who are deployed around the world.

Mom! I'm so proud of you.

Oh, thanks, honey.

That was the best airshow I've ever seen.

Congratulations, Emma.

Just like the announcer said... spectacular.

Thank you very much.

Next year, Blitz'll be taking over Number 5.

Oh, yeah! Then you'll be the one flying upside-down.

I'm looking forward to it.

Did you get orders for next year?

I'll be flying with the Aggressor Squadron

here at Nellis.

You're able to stay here in Vegas?

For two more years.

These slots do open up.

Anything's possible.

- [cups clatter] - Alice!

Alice!

- Hey... - Dad, this one's different.

Okay, I got you. I got you.

[hushed] It's her heart. Call an ambulance. No sirens.

- I don't want to scare her. - Yeah.

It's okay, honey. It's okay.

They're on their way.

- [Lucy] Grandma, is she okay? - Not now.

[wheezing deeply]

It's okay. You're gonna be okay.

[♪]

They've moved her up on the transplant list.

It shouldn't be much longer.

Thank you for being here...

and for bringing Lucy by after school.

It's made a difference for both of us.

We know it's been a long week for you.

Mr. Wagner? I have news.

It is a miracle to happen this fast.

We found a match.

Once the preparations are complete,

the surgeon and I will come back

and speak with you about all the details. Okay?

- Okay. - Okay.

[♪]

[whispers]

[sirens shrieks]

[indistinct P.A. announcement]

[Paul, dejected] How is this even possible?

I thought everything was ready to go.

I... I don't understand.

There was a mechanical issue with the transport plane.

The team can't get out.

It's a remote airport.

We've tried everything.

Well, where is it?

[Doctor] Just outside Kingman, Arizona.

It's about an hour by air each way,

and there's the possibility of bad weather.

We have under four hours.

What about a Medevac from here?

[Doctor] That's not what Medevac does.

It's a completely different service and protocol.

Isn't there another hospital in Vegas that can help?

[Doctor] That's not how this works.

Contracts, liabilities...

i-it would take weeks to get approval.

And time is of the essence.

Is there any special equipment needed on the plane?

No, not really.

I think I have an idea. Let me make a couple calls.

She's a pilot.

[Emma] Frost? Hi, I need a favor.

I need to borrow the Cessna.

Great. I'll meet you there.

Frost says I can take the plane.

I'll call Boss on the way.

I will alert the team.

They're already at the airport.

They can meet you at the plane,

and then I will arrange for an emergency vehicle

to meet you when you land back here.

Give her my information.

Text me everything I need to know.

Okay!

Yeah.

Got it.

Emma Fitzgerald...

[♪]

[phone keys clicking]

[♪]

[engine chugging]

[♪]

[♪]

It's getting late. I'm gonna take Lucy home.

You gonna be okay on your own?

Yeah. Yeah, I'll let you know as soon as Emma lands.

Okay. Okay.

Here we go.

We'll say a prayer for you tonight.

See you soon, okay?

[♪]

[muttering, weary] Come on.

Come on.

Just five more minutes. Please.

There you are!

Kingman Airport Traffic...

Cessna 7-2-0-Alpha-Golf

five miles north for a straight-in

to runway 1-7.

Full stop, Kingman.

[air controller] 0-Alpha-Golf,

clear visual approach,

runway 1-7.

[♪]

Okay, okay.

That is it.

You are good to go.

Hey, thanks for saving us here.

You looked at the weather yet?

I was just about to.

Multiple lightning strikes reported near Nelson.

Just route west of there, and you should be safe.

Should only add about 10 minutes to your flight plan.

It's almost an hour there, now an extra 10.

This is gonna be close.

Yeah, you've gotta leave now.

You've only got a small window to get out of here

before you are not going anywhere.

All right. I'm out.

- Okay. - Thank you very much.

[door thuds]

[♪]

[texting]

Come on.

Wheels up in five, on my way back.

I love you so much, baby girl.

[♪]

[thunder crashing]

Oh, please.

[storm rages]

Las Vegas approach

in Cessna 7-2-0-Alpha-Golf requesting a heading

to deviate around weather.

[air controller] 0-Alpha-Golf, are you medical support?

Affirmative. I am carrying a heart for transplant.

Roger. I'll notify the authorities.

Appreciate the police escort upon arrival

and notifying the transplant team.

[storm continues raging]

[♪]

[thunder crashing]

[relieved sigh]

All right, we're good.

[♪]

Hey. Thank you.

On the move!

You made it.

You're just in time.

They... they're prepping her for surgery right now.

Alice, she... she always trusts me

to make everything okay, to make everything safe.

I-I have never felt so helpless in my life.

Hey. Hey, hey.

They're doing everything that can be done for her.

She's gonna be all right.

Yeah.

[PA announcement] Orderly, look into room 302,

stat.

Orderly, look into room 302, please.

Nurse Franklin, please...

Nurse Franklin to Admitting.

[sighs deeply]

Mr. Wagner?

How is she?

She is doing great.

When can we see her?

Let the nurses get her settled in I.C.U.

It won't be long.

And what happens next?

She'll be in hospital for a couple of weeks,

and then home.

Alice is a brave girl.

You should be very proud of her.

I sure am.

Um... when you see fit...

can you please give this letter to the donor's family from us?

Of course.

Thank you.

I should be going.

I'll, um, give Mom and Lucy the good news.

Right.

Emma.

Yeah?

Thank you.

[♪]

so I'll be gone that Thursday through Monday.

That's the same weekend

Dr. Yvonne is taking the entire office

to the convention in Hawaii.

Ohh. I totally forgot.

What am I gonna do?

You still haven't spoken to him since the hospital?

It's been weeks!

Just a couple of texts.

Emma, you can do better than that.

Do you miss him?

Very much.

I have seen you two together.

You haven't been the same

since the two of you stopped seeing each other.

Go talk to him.

Ask him to keep Lucy for the weekend,

and tell him how you feel.

What if he doesn't feel the same way,

after how I ended things?

I wouldn't even know what to say to him.

Don't worry about the details.

Just go talk to him.

Tell him how you feel,

and trust that everything will work out.

I'm gonna keep working on the lettering...

Okay, I'm gonna get these edges over here.

Good idea.

[doorbell rings]

- You got that? - Yeah.

[door opens]

[Emma] Alice, how are you doing?

Oh, I'm good.

Hi...

Hi.

It's good to see you.

You too.

- I wanted to... - I wanted to...

[laughs]

Um, you go first.

Uh... I have a favor to ask.

The weekend of the 19th, I have a flyover,

and Mom is also working.

So...

Lucy...

Say no more.

Of course, we'd love her to stay with us.

Are you sure?

I know you have your hands full with Alice already.

It's not a problem.

Happy to help.

[relieved sigh]

- Thank you. - Yeah.

Everything okay?

Uh...

I wanted to apologize

for the way that I handled things between us.

I feel terrible about it.

I-I was overwhelmed.

With the new schedule kicking in,

I'm still not sure

how I'm gonna divide my time with everything, and...

You don't have to divide your time.

I'm worried.

With the upcoming season, how I'm gonna take care of Lucy,

and do all the work...

- Emma. - And studying, and...

I love you.

We can do this together.

I'll cover for you when you need,

and you can do the same for me.

We already know we can do that.

I would've never made it through Alice's surgery

if it wasn't for you.

I wouldn't have been anywhere else.

And I love you, too.

[laughs]

You are an amazing woman...

in everything you do.

I really don't want to be without you.

I feel the same way.

[♪]

[♪]

[laughs]

Are you sure you're gonna be okay

with the two of them without me?

Girls' night?

Of course.

I've been wanting to try

that Thunderbird-blue nail polish.

It's all over TikTok.

[laughing]

[♪]

Paul...

you have enriched my life

in ways that I didn't even know that I needed.

Your kindness...

your vulnerability,

your strength, and your perseverance...

they're an inspiration to me.

Lucy and I cannot imagine our lives

without you and Alice along for the ride.

I vow to be your wife today

and for the rest of our lives.

Emma...

you add to every moment and make it better.

I was struck by you

the second you opened your mother's door.

I am honored

to be joining our lives,

and to grow our family.

Alice and Lucy... they brought us together.

Who would have thought?

[girls] We did!

[guests laughing]

You three bring me the purest joy.

Emma...

I vow to be your husband...

now...

and for the rest of our lives.

[♪]

[cheering and applauding]

- [whistling] - Whoo!

[cheering continues]

I think it's time you know what my call sign means.

- [whispering] - [guests cheering]

[laughs]

Wow.

That's what "Blitz" means?

I earned it.

[♪]

Are you ready to become a pilot for real?

Do you mean you're gonna let me fly?

Yeah.

Just like we practiced on the simulator.

I'm ready!

Me too.

This is the best.

Yeah.

[both, giggling] Sisters!

So, Blitz...

I'm ready for our next flight.

All right. Let's take that ride.

[♪]