Colonel Raynor Sarnac has to balance his family and his duty as head of a flight group facing the political tensions of the early 60's. Actual historical events are part of various stories as are the activities of three active children.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Craig T. NelsonColonel Raynor Sarnac | Colonel Raynor Sarnac |
 Cindy PickettVanessa Sarnac | Vanessa Sarnac |
 Elisabeth ShueJackie Sarnac | Jackie Sarnac |
| DDavid HollanderWesley Sarnac | Wesley Sarnac |
 Gabriel DamonR.H. Sarnac | R.H. Sarnac |
 Tom O'BrienPatrick Thomas | Patrick Thomas |
 David Lain BakerAirman Tom Bonelli | Airman Tom Bonelli |
 Keenan WynnCarl Sarnac | Carl Sarnac |
 Anthony EdwardsBilly | Billy |
 G.D. SpradlinGeneral Thornton | General Thornton |
 Kathleen LloydElly Thomas | Elly Thomas |
 Dennis LipscombChild Psychologist | Child Psychologist |