Captain Joseph Gallagher can't seem to put things together, so General Savage puts him in command of the worst crew in the 918th Bomb Group -- the Leper Colony -- and Joe turns them into the best.
Major Joseph Gallagher's substitute dies filling in for him and he is
taken advantage of by his substitute's girlfriend, affecting his
ability as a pilot.
Lt. Colonel Joseph Gallagher is thrust into command of the 918th Bomb Group and finds out quickly it is a thankless job. However, after restoring his faith in himself, he becomes permanent commander of the group and is promoted to the rank of full Colonel.