They were the terror of the sky, a small daring band of American mercenaries who soared into battle in defence of China's freedom. They were aces, adventurers and heroes, America's hottest fighter pilots - THE FLYING TIGERS! Possessing unmatched skill and bravery, Jim Gordan (John Wayne), the Tiger's commander, is the top gun of China's skies. But he faces a battle on the ground when his good friend Woody Jason is suspected of recklessly causing the death of a fellow pilot, and accused of stealing Jim's fiancee. Woody's fight for the respect of the Tigers and his best friend is an explosive battle of courage and heroism that lights up the sky with action!