British soldiers argue that American Air Force survivors are fewer due to daytime drops, which increase visibility. Americans prefer nighttime drops for safety, but this is considered reckless by American standards. The boys, Curtis and his friends, decide to settle the issue. Curtis challenges the Brit, who appears to play cricket, and lands a powerful combination, knocking out the fellow Allied serviceman. Curtis's friends celebrate with him, highlighting the importance of safety in the military. Gale, Curt, and Bucky lead a squadron to Norway to bomb German submarines. Bubbles recovers from frostbite, and Crosby takes over as navigator. Despite experiencing airsickness, he throws up and uses his helmet. Curt's bomber is damaged during the fight, and he must make an emergency landing in a Scottish field. Gale helps guide the aircraft to safety. Crosby struggles with calculations and vomit, and despite his radio being down, he helps Buck navigate the plane. They return to safety and Crosby is complimented for his cool head under pressure, which takes him back. Episode 2 begins with the men having a bicycle race on their base, followed by a failed air mission. Due to lack of visibility, CO Huglin scrubbed the mission, preventing US planes from dropping any bombs. The unit suffered significant casualties, with many pounded and rendered unfit to serve. Bosser and Dickie suffer frostbite, which prevents them from flying. Some men also suffered on the ground from a different kind of struggle. Major Egan invites Lt. Curtis Biddick for an alcohol blowout after the mission, feeling pained that he couldn't contribute to the mission and the loss of one of his men. He laments the loss of one of his men and reveals that he is set to meet the new Commanding Officer, Colonel Harding, the next morning. Episode 2 of Masters of the Air continues the success of the season opener, focusing on the main characters and separating them from the crowd. The episode's narrative sense is clear, and the performances of Cameron Turner and Austin Butler are impressive. The makers effectively convey their message without resorting to flashy writing or jingoistic patriotism, making it a sure-shot blockbuster that has all the trappings of a classic. Apple TV has started the year off with a blockbuster that has all the trappings of a classic.
Review of Part Two
