Appointment in London

Wing Commander Tim Mason is nearing the end of his third operations tour and has flown nearly 90 missions over Germany. He is disciplined, capable, and driven to prove himself, even volunteering for more flights. When grounded, he ultimately joins the final raid to reassure his crew, and his decisive handling of the radio during the mission turns a potential failure into success. Upon returning, he remains a pivotal figure and is honored at the royal ceremony.

Eve Canyon appears as a civilian connection who interacts with Mason and later accompanies him to the royal award ceremony. She represents the civilian side of wartime life and provides a personal counterpoint to the aircrews’ dangerous duties. Her presence underscores the war’s impact on families and loved ones back home.

Pam Greeno is the wife of The Brat (Greeno) and embodies the anxieties of families awaiting loved ones’ return from dangerous missions. Her relationship with Mason and her presence at key moments highlight the personal costs of airwar and the human side of its toll.

Bill Brown is a crew member on the Lancaster and represents the steady, loyal airman whose experience anchors the crew under pressure. His role emphasizes the reliability needed to complete dangerous raids.

The Brat is a younger, impulsive crew member whose behavior signals the stress of wartime duty. His unauthorized telegrams to his wife reflect concerns about security and the personal doubts that crew members carry into combat.

Mac Baker is the American observer who steps in when a crewmate is injured, illustrating Allied cooperation and the practical improvisation required during raids. His presence highlights the international dimension of Bomber Command operations.

Group Captain Logan is Mason’s commanding officer who reprimands him for disobeying orders, underscoring the tension between rule-following and leadership in crisis. He serves as the formal counterbalance to Mason’s bold initiative.