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Good timing, Admiral. Caught within minutes.

No, no.

Lose the propriety, Harlan.

I'm retired for good this time.

We'll see.

Fleet Jags cool with the new Atlantic command structure?

They'll adjust.

How'd you make out?

Quite an impressive presentation.

Thank you, Cag.

Let me walk you out.

I've had my quarrels with Beltway bandits, sir, but you bring a level of

experience that encourages confidence.

No, thank you, Cag.

I'll pass your kind words on to the CEO of my company.

I regret never having flown with you.

Well, your regrets should be saved for this man's father, who I flew with.

And if you want a taste of what that was like, you fly with Commander Rav

yourself.

I'm familiar with the commander.

It was a pleasure, sir.

That man didn't like you. Yeah, after knowing me for one minute.

Well, that's all the time I needed.

Get out of here.

Will this be your first Christmas Eve aboard ship?

Why not?

You were right.

The last C2 of the day.

Looks like we'll be hanging our stockings from our rack.

I have to get back, sir. Bud and Harriet are hosting a Christmas Eve party.

So is my sister, but that doesn't make it possible.

Well, there is a plan B.

Now, was that a design for a raft?

No, it's today's flight schedule. End.

And F -14s to be returned to Lakehurst, New Jersey.

I so appreciate this opportunity, sir.

Opportunity is ours, Petty Officer.

We appreciate what you did for Bud.

Ma 'am, sir, I didn't do anything anyone in this office wouldn't have done.

Which is why the colonel didn't waste any time letting me know that you're up

for orders. You belong here.

Yes, sir.

Staff's been informed.

Introduce yourself around. I believe everyone is here except for Manetti and

Rabb, who are TAD on assignment.

Let's see, uh, Tyner has your security ID, and your presence is expected at the

Roberts house for dinner this evening.

Aye, aye, sir.

When shall I assume my duty, sir?

Consider them assumed. I hate to dump this on you on your first day back from

sea duty, but we have a little bit of a crisis.

Aye, sir, but your pleasure, Admiral.

Actually, in this case, it would be the colonels.

Sir? Second, I have approved a visit by three Kuwaiti attorneys.

Wanting to observe our military justice system, I was told February they heard

something else. They're arriving early?

Their plane just landed.

Sir, it's Christmas Eve.

They don't observe the holiday, Colonel.

I'm a drummer, sir. Practice at night.

Have you had complaints from your neighbor?

We thought they were an adult.

In this morning.

Crew arrives without warning, starts loading our belongings onto a truck.

So, where's the truck now?

At base security, sir.

Did you report your eviction to base legal assistance?

They closed yesterday for the holiday.

They didn't know where else to turn, sir.

We'll work it out, Corporal.

So, how far along are you?

I'm due tomorrow.

Now, why, sir, would we want to give up Christmas in the States?

We have 12 reasons, all of them named Jack.

I'm afraid alcohol ain't going to cut it, Admiral. Throw in some witness

and we have a conversation.

Can't do.

Then enjoy a miracle on 34th Street. I hear the galley's serving red and green

popcorn, sir. Do either of you have friends and family to visit?

We're West Coast boys, Commander.

Then how about a simple good deed?

Yeah, we take your seats and you take the spirit of Christmas to heart.

So tempting, sir.

And I'll introduce you to Jennifer Lopez.

Something you can do, Commander?

Known her since 96.

I see her twice a year.

We'd hold you to it, sir.

As soon as you get in port, I'll set it up.

All right, sir.

Take your request to the cab.

Got him. You said Jennifer Lopez, right? Yeah, you see Jennifer Lopez twice a

year? Every time I get my teeth cleaned.

She's my dental hygienist.

I'm sorry. I did not understand what you said.

Please repeat your account number.

315 -637 -902.

Your balance is $16 .11.

What are you talking about? To return to the main menu, say main menu. There

should be over $1 ,500 in here.

Invalid command.

No!

I just thought that they were late crediting our pay, but there's got to be

something hinky with the direct deposit system.

Well, that's three weeks now.

We don't have food for tonight, and we hit our limit on our credit card

yesterday. But we have Rice Krispies.

Thanks, buddy. Hey, stop playing with that. You'll shoot your eye out.

How many people you guys have?

Eleven.

I can bet you like 20 bucks or so.

Thanks, Mikey, but that wouldn't even cover the wine.

How about asking Dad? He could help.

He's worse off than we are. Look, Harriet, I think you and I, we're going

have to go down to the dispersing office.

And we're going to have to leave now.

Oh, honey, no, no, no.

Don't eat any of that. It's five days old.

Mikey, could you watch a little AJ for us?

Yeah, of course. Go.

And Admiral Boone will be my Rio, sir.

Cardino and Suttles are already scheduled, Commander.

Well, they've agreed to give up the flight, Captain. Well, they're not in a

position to do so. The plane's loaded with a thousand extra pounds of upgraded

electronics. She's test complete on our cats to determine minimum end speed.

Is she airworthy, Kay?

Yes, sir, but I prefer she be manned by somebody familiar with her

eccentricities. Well, between us, we've logged more flight time than anyone on

this air wing.

And if the commander hadn't dumped a $40 million aircraft in the Atlantic last

year, I would be satisfied with that answer, sir. A mishap review board

me of pilot error, Keck.

I read the report.

Don't agree.

The aircraft had taken a hard landing, Keck.

And she was in flying condition at the time she left the deck.

Well, you weren't sitting in his seat at the time, Keck.

I was a week earlier, sir.

The plane was my ride.

I was waiting for her at Peck's River at the time.

I checked with the car rental company, ma 'am. The Kuwaitis just picked up

vehicle. They should be here in a half an hour.

Great.

Am I disturbing you, ma 'am? No, no, it's fine.

Commander Rabb gave me this gift before he left. I just opened it.

It was taken in Afghanistan.

That's a great photo, ma 'am. Yeah, the thing is, I gave him a picture frame the

exact same size.

Excuse me, Colonel.

I've got your ID, Petty Officer.

Thank you.

If you come with me, I can show you how to use it.

I think I got it.

I present it to the guard.

He lets me in.

Very good.

You enjoy your day.

I will, Colonel.

Welcome aboard, Petty Officer.

Good to be here, sir.

Lieutenant Colonel McKenzie, this is Corporal Joseph Tenney and his wife,

Hi. Hi.

Mrs. Tenney is a bit uncomfortable.

I was wondering if we could set them up somewhere while I deal with their

situation. Absolutely, sir.

Thank you.

Where might that be, ma 'am?

My office.

Got a fire in the fireplace and a nice soft chair.

Thank you, Admiral.

That's very kind of you, sir.

My pleasure.

Right this way, Coates. Yes, sir. Follow me, please.

Thank you, sir.

You sure that won't be an imposition, sir?

No, I'm not.

The Inspector General is on his way to the ship for a surprise visit.

I want to question my pilots, see if they're battle ready.

That makes you eligible for the Lakers run, Commander.

Yes, sir.

I prefer it would be you, Admiral, but you're no longer clear to fly front

You have nothing to worry about, Kagan.

Enjoy your holidays.

Kagan, about your aircraft. No soft focus moments, Commander.

I will not allow you to undermine a perfectly valid level of resentment.

You get her up and bring her down.

Yes, sir. And if you do anything other than fly to your established

I will personally see to it that your wings are yanked.

Understood, sir.

Must be a hiccup at defense.

But neither of us have been paid.

It's freezing in here.

Heat's been off for two days.

So, Roberts, your story is simple.

The more you transfer, the more you increase your chances of getting lost in

system. I didn't plan it that way.

So this is it for you, huh?

What do you mean?

Well, I assume you're not returning to duty. You assume wrong. I'm waiting for

hearing date from the physical evaluation board.

Why would they take you back when they can fill both your shoes?

This is beside the point.

We have no money in our account.

You have $14. I thought we had $16.

I'll cover the two if it means that much to you. Please put that away.

Lieutenant, this is not our glitch.

Then why haven't I been paid?

You made out a mortgage allotment?

Well, the disbursing clerk handling this could have entered it wrong and stopped

the money from leaving your account altogether.

What? The good news is there's probably a tidy sum spinning around in there.

Can we access that?

No.

Cleveland Snowbound.

Office didn't even open today.

Look, um...

We need to shop for food.

We have 11 guests coming tonight.

Sorry. We came to you for help, warrant officer. I don't understand your

attitude.

Then let me clarify.

If you were enlisted and this were about survival, I'd get into it.

But excuse me for not feeling sorry for you because you're worried about looking

like bad hosts.

And if you cared so much about your guests, why the hell did you wait till

last minute to pull it together?

Shut up!

I'm sorry.

I'm sorry. I'm not feeling well.

Look, let's just forget about all of it, okay?

Tell me how I can get an emergency advance on our back pay.

You'll have to go to Navy and Marine Corps Relief for that.

I assume they're still in the building?

Move to Bethesda.

Oh, what do you think, Harriet?

Harriet?

Corporal Tenney's CO ordered him to cease practicing the drums in his

When he received another complaint, he warned him again.

Third time he initiated the eviction order.

The corporal apparently misunderstood, sir. He tells me his neighbors accepted

late afternoon practice schedule.

He must have assumed the CO was aware of this.

That would be two incorrect assumptions, Commander.

General, Corporal Tenney doesn't strike me as irresponsible or stupid.

I think this was just a mix -up, sir.

Does the corporal have a family?

The birth of his first child is...

Imminent, sir.

All right, I'll take care of it. I'll put a call in to the hostess' house.

can provide temporary shelter in the meantime.

Excellent. Thank you, sir.

And give the corporal this phone number.

555 -0174.

Then another agency, sir?

My son's apartment.

Perhaps the corporal can teach his band how to hold a beat.

You okay?

Don't ever mention the words child fund to me again.

You're still nauseous, huh?

Okay, let's sit you down right here, okay, honey? What's the matter with him?

Why won't he help us?

I hope the ghost of Jacob Marley drops chains on your foot.

Whoa, whoa, whoa. Hey, hey. Stay calm.

Honey, I think you have food poisoning.

We need to go to the hospital.

I can't drive.

And you're going to have to wait until I'm up to it.

Not necessarily.

Everything okay?

Mr. Tenney went into labor.

Excuse me, sir.

Well, is she all right?

Going to be fine, Commander.

Well, I assume someone called an ambulance?

It's on its way.

Does anyone here know how to do this?

The Admiral.

He delivered little A .J. in this room.

Well, where is he?

Commander, meet Jason.

Jason? Jason. Jason Teddy.

sweep auto check engine instruments normal check list complete you know the

time we were in a 14 together admiral i was in the back seat damn it harm i'm a

civilian

just

so you know kag's aircraft was a bucket of bolts well we'll stay away from

weather in any case my breaststroke sucks

Honey, please slow down. I'm sorry.

Lead foot.

Actually, a composite plastic foot.

Is this dangerous?

You know what? It doesn't really feel that much different. The sensation's

a little bit higher up in my leg.

Careful of this intersection up here.

I see it.

I'll shut up now.

I feel good to be in control for a change.

How are you feeling?

Sick.

But safe.

I'm going to Virginia.

And this is not Virginia.

Tola,

back this over to... Where is everyone?

We have never secured early for the Christmas holiday.

Who authorized this?

Marley? Your vitals are fine.

I don't feel fine.

Whatever it is, it doesn't seem critical.

There's a lot going on right now. It may be a while. Please.

She's been like this for hours.

All right, let me see if I can grab someone to take a quick look.

Thank you.

A whole year's been a disaster.

A year's not over.

Oh, great. Maybe it can get worse.

Harriet, hey, it's Christmas Eve.

Have some faith.

In what?

You can start with me.

Cloud deck, moving up from the

south. Looks solid.

We'll beat it. This is Patuxent Approach Control on Guard, requesting that all

military aircraft in the vicinity of this station contact us immediately.

Patuxent Approach, this is Navy Jet 4386, 50 miles east en route Coral Sea

Lakehurst. Got you on my scope, 4386. We have a Marine C -130 inbound to us.

They're caught in the soup with a navigation system failure. Looking for

to render airborne assistance.

Patuxent Approach, we're on a priority schedule.

Additional aircraft in the area?

No other takers. Currently scrambling aircraft from Dover.

Patuxent Approach, how far away are you jets?

You're a lot closer, 4386.

Understood. I take it you're not concerned about the CAG's warning?

You think he meant it?

I do.

You're suggesting we defer to the Dover jets?

You're in command.

But they're too far away.

I would concur.

So we're on the same page, then? Just make it one worthy of your biography.

What are the vectors, Patuxent? Approach where your lead bird...

Distress is 2592.

Last known position was holding at the initial approach fix.

Patuxent Approach, this is 4386. At your service.

4386, come left to a heading of 273.

Descend to 3 ,000.

Out of flight level 330 for 3 ,000.

Screen defrost.

Setting ready.

What makes you think it's food poisoning?

I ate leftover Chinese food this morning, and I've been throwing up ever

Well, you don't have a fever.

No experience in any diarrhea.

I'm sorry.

I've just never had Santa Claus ask me that question before.

Dr. Kubata, I was on my way up to the pediatric ward for a Christmas party.

We really appreciate you looking in on us, Doctor.

The answer to that question is no.

Then it isn't food poisoning.

You sure?

Sorry, just checking it twice.

I had a urinary tract infection and I got sick like this. Your nurse took a

sample. We do that routinely with nauseous patients now.

No, I'd rule that out.

Are you saying that you don't know what it is?

Oh, I know what it is.

I just don't know whether you're prepared to hear it.

What? Is it serious?

Coach, hospital call. Their ambulance is disabled.

Get it on an icy patch.

You're kidding. What do they expect us to do? Wait until they dispatch another

one. Have you seen the admiral? No.

Miss, the attorney needs some privacy.

Yes, ma 'am. Colonel, I picked up an email from Commander Rabb.

He wants you to tell Lieutenant Roberts that he's landing in Lakehurst, New

Jersey and may be late for dinner.

Why not Pax River?

The commander and Admiral Boone are bringing in a tomcat, ma 'am.

Is this a problem, ma 'am? Oh, it is if we don't have aspirin.

Admiral, the Kuwaitis are on the phone, sir. They're lost.

Line two, sir.

A .J. Chigwood.

Well, sir, if you calm down, I can help you and get you out of there.

Women, what kind of women?

Felicitous. Oh.

Well, sir, they have the right to wear as little clothing as they want.

If you get out a pencil, I can get you out of there and point in the right

direction.

Tuxent approach, this is 4386.

Contact 25 miles, bearing 271.

That's your contact, 4386. Over. Got it.

20 degrees left, 20 miles.

4386, Judy.

Break, break.

Marine, 599, 4386, on guard.

4386, this is 2592.

We read you loud and clear.

At 2 ,000 feet, our heading is 130.

Speed, 190.

2592, we have you on radar. We're joining up from your port and corridor.

Maintain present course and speed.

We'll go.

100 knots overtaken.

Roger.

What does it say?

I can't hear you. You have to speak up.

That's it. Take that exit.

Corporal, ma 'am, maybe these will help.

I was going to give them to my brother's twins, but I can always pick up two

more on my way home.

What? No.

No, you're very close.

With the large brick building on the right -hand side, there's a guard gate

there.

No, the right side.

Look for a radio tower on the roof.

What's done now?

Finally, I see it.

Patuxent approach, 4386. Two and a half miles in trail.

Fifty knots overtaken.

Do you have them in sight, 4386?

No joy, Patuxent approach.

Check your TCS display.

But we do have IR contacts along with our radar lock -on. Permission to

at 2200.

Unable to clear you to that altitude without visual contact, 4386.

This is 2592.

We can turn the porch lights on for our visitors.

Appreciate the hospitality, 2592.

All exterior lights.

Full bright.

Nothing.

Can you get me within 200 feet?

Not without violating FAA regs. We're on separate flight plans.

Brought to me.

How many people you plan to piss off today?

Ha. Everyone but you.

It's a bit musky, but it'll help keep our new mother warm.

Thanks, Tyner. I'm sure she'll appreciate it. Good.

Oh, and I found this in my desk for the baby.

Thought it'd be good for teething.

It's wrapped, so it's sanitary.

Tyner, have you ever been around a newborn before?

No, and my sister -in -law wouldn't let me get near her.

They have a hard time seeing, and they're about six months old before

is even an issue.

Good to know.

A toxin approach and able to make safe rendezvous will accept full

responsibility. Out.

Come left two degrees.

Slow to 190 and ease down to 2200.

Keep her steady, 2592.

We're coming in.

Admiral, Commander, please say hello to Mr.

Ghazawi, Hoshan, Talbot. Nice to meet you. Good to meet you.

Hello. Nice to meet you. Pleasure.

Sorry for your difficulties getting here, but I'm glad you made it. Well, we

thank you for your able assistance.

I understand you're here to observe our system.

With great anticipation.

Welcome. Well, we have a full itinerary planned. We'll start on Thursday.

We're looking forward to it.

We advise our military on legal matters, and with everything going on so close

to us, we believe this visit to be of great importance.

Not only to the interest of our country, but to the future of our region in

general.

We're not normally a natal unit, but we seem to do okay.

The cripple and his wife had a housing problem, and then had a baby.

What a blessing has come upon you.

Congratulations.

We appreciate it.

Will you accept gifts for your new child?

I don't know.

We weren't prepared, but we would like to offer something.

We'd be honored.

This is very generous.

I bought this instance at the

airport.

But it smells heavenly.

Bless you.

I own 16 apartment buildings in a metro area.

Is the view important to you?

Please.

That'd be amazing.

We could not have been welcomed in a better way.

The birth of a child is a great omen, a sign that peace on earth rests with

those who rest peacefully.

Overtake 49, range a mile and a half.

Pulling back on the power.

35 knots, one mile.

30, 1 ,500 feet.

What the?

Collision.

Normal up front.

Okay, back here.

Better call them.

2592, you all right?

I have a bit of a cold, 4386. Didn't know you can.

Are you damaged, 2592?

From what?

We're under the impression we hit you.

That'd be a negative, 4386.

This is Patuxent Approach. You're both on my screen.

No collision observed.

Then what the hell was that?

Neurology. informs us they lost contact with a weather balloon four and a half

minutes ago. I think you found it, 404386.

Well, tell them we apologize.

Yeah, and that it's still partly cloudy.

I'm sure they'll appreciate it, 4386.

Well, where are we, Tom?

200 feet and closing.

I still don't see them.

You can't descend any further.

Wait a minute.

Now I know how the three wise men felt.

Why didn't you tell me this before, son?

I didn't want to get you involved, Dad, and I thought maybe at the last minute

we could pull it off in the nick of time.

The day didn't go exactly as it was planned.

Yeah, well, let's do it at a restaurant. We'll put it on my card.

And you can pay me back when you get the money. Do you have enough room on your

card, Dad?

Let's hope.

Are you sure we can even get reservations at this hour?

At Kosherama.

Deli food on Christmas Eve?

Roberts. Warrant Officer Scoggins.

You know I'm divorced, right?

Not that I expected to surprise you.

Please, come in.

Thanks.

My son chose to be with his mother in Buffalo, where it's four degrees above

zero, rather than spend Christmas with me.

I'm sorry, I don't understand.

That's why I was such a jerk today.

So you drove all the way over here to tell us that?

I drove here to drop off some dinners and appetizers I ordered from my

restaurant.

Are you serious?

They're in my back seat.

You still need them?

Yes.

If you join us.

I'm glad you asked because I was prepared to insist on that.

You know what? You're okay, Ward officer.

Well, just a little lonely, but thanks for the encouragement.

I couldn't remember how many guests, so I brought 13.

That'll be 12, including you, sir.

Actually, that'll be fine.

I'm eating for two.

I think there's something to this baby business.

What do you mean?

Well, this tendency of yours to encourage pregnancy and labor.

What do you mean?

Seriously, think of all the women you know who fall into that category.

Harry, Lieutenant Singer, this woman today.

You think I should hang out a shingle?

I think you're a facilitator.

You have power.

is in this area?

What, some Greek deity? Oh, come on.

You've conveniently left yourself out.

You're not, are you?

No. No.

But it does give one hope.

2592, this is 4386. We're at your 9 o 'clock.

We're cleared to make an instrument approach to runway 24 at Pax River.

Tally -ho.

Fly wing on us. What approach speed suits you?

With present cargo, 160 knots is optimal.

What is your cargo, anyway?

Toys for Tots, 4386, annual Christmas caravan.

We're on a delivery run to East Coast bases.

Started banging on our way to Norfolk. We'll take the left side of the runway,

2592. We'll go.

Bring in the green.

Bud asked if it was serious, and Santa, the doctor, the doctor was dressed like

Santa Claus, says, yes, your wife is seriously pregnant.

And we were so shocked. We didn't know what to say. He says, well, is that good

news? Yeah, and then we just started to cry.

And then he started laughing, and he says, next time, I expect milk and

You guys, dinner will be ready in about a half an hour, so just make yourself

comfortable. Hey, how's your piano?

It's great. We just had it tuned last week.

Oh, great.

Anybody up for carol? I can play some.

Oh, don't be silly. You sing, I'll play. I know most of them.

Sounds good.

How about this one?

Oh, come all ye faithful, joyful and...

Not home yet, huh?

Well, we're all here now, um, except for you.

Still haven't had dinner, though, so hoping to see you soon.

Assuming everything's okay.

Man, I can get you wheeled here right on the wheel here.

Regret coming here, Admiral?

No.

No, I appreciate your asking me. I've just never been here on the actual night

your dad went down.

34 years ago.

Not that you're counting.

33.

Sir, this place.

So reverent.

Never been here before.

First time in the capital, actually.

Have a good holiday.

That's not going to happen, Commander. But I'm glad I'm here anyway.

I'm sorry, sir.

I didn't mean to seem disrespectful.

Lieutenant Clarence. Just graduated from Naval Air Training Command.

Where are your wings, Lieutenant?

Had to take emergency leave, sir.

I'll pick them up when I get back.

Everything all right, son?

An old college friend is on a suicide watch.

But I think he'll be okay.

Well, let me put it this way.

I don't intend for it to happen any other way.

You have a family member here?

No, sir.

Just paying my respects.

This is retired Admiral Thomas Boone. Yes, Lieutenant.

I'm Commander Harmon Rav. I'm with the J -Corps.

Sorry you missed your ceremony, Lieutenant.

What can you do, sir?

You know, I can... I can do a lot more than you think.

You fly, Commander?

Well, that's kind of up in the air at the moment.

Winging is usually performed by an Admiral, so... Commander,

I can't let you do that.

Attention, Lieutenant.

Fill these to your friend He'll be proud of you

What

are your goals son the dream is

to be a blue angel sir

Before we eat I wanted to say a few words.

I had all the words in my head before we sat down.

Take your time.

It's been an interesting year.

It's okay, sweetheart.

I know what I want to say.

First of all, Merry Christmas, Commander.

Sorry, I'm late.

Come have a seat, Commander.

I'll tell you later.

Carry on. Yes, sir.

What I wanted to say was God bless us.

Everyone.

Hear, hear. Hear, hear.

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.