Major Jeremiah Johnson, a Marine Corps aviator and confirmed bachelor. In a moment, his life and the lives of his niece and nephew are turned upside down. As their guardian Jerre has suddenly become both a father and civilian in the blink of an eye. Out of his depth would be an understatement, but he had given his word to his brother and sister-in-law. He was committed to doing better than his best. First and foremost, he needed employment. Out of the blue Jerre is provided the opportunity to become an aerial firefighter. Flying helicopters and fighting fires. Jerre is an expert at one and will learn the other. New friends, new surroundings, and untold challenges, Jerre and the kids navigate their way together as he attempts to forge a family from the devastation of their joint loss.