The World War is in its third year and the nation kids are being consumed by combat above the Western Front at an appalling rate. By early 1917, the of a British pilot is much less than a week or two. Losses that are such put a strain that is fearsome commanding officer of the squadron, on Gresham. Aces High recreates the early days of the Royal Flying Corps with some beautifully staged aerial battles, and management that is sensitive introduces a portrayal of war's futilities.