The Lost Squadron

Good-natured and loyal, Red chooses to stay with his comrades rather than reclaim his old job. He has a bold, impulsive streak, especially in love, as shown when he pursues Pest and proposes marriage. His actions drive the plot—from risking danger to defending friends and confronting threats.

Ambitious and principled, Gibby leads his friends through peril and seeks justice after Woody’s death. He tries to maintain order and protect the group, even as pressures mount in Hollywood. Ultimately, he takes the fall for the crime to shield others, sacrificing himself.

Affable and skilled, Woody is a penniless stunt pilot who returns to Hollywood and becomes a pivotal connector for the group. He blends generosity with risk-taking, and his actions propel the men into dangerous schemes. His death during a sabotaged stunt underscores the era's perilous nature.

An ambitious actress whose career ambitions pull her into a complex triangle with Gibby and von Furst. She is married to von Furst and uses relationships to advance her career, complicating loyalties within the group. Her choices reflect the costs of fame in a ruthless industry.

Woody’s sister, a worrier who constantly frets over Woody’s safety. She pushes the men to abandon dangerous stunt work and becomes entangled in the aftermath of the crime. Her fear and concern shape the group’s decisions and the story’s emotional arc.

A talented yet tyrannical director who employs worn-out aircraft to heighten realism and control others. His jealousy and vindictiveness drive him to sabotage Gibby’s plane and manipulate the situation for personal gain. His downfall comes through confrontation with the protagonists.

A detective figure who investigates the missing person and the suspicious aircraft accident, adding tension and accountability to the plot. His presence foreshadows eventual pursuit of truth and justice.