Ep 6. Air Drop

In episode 6 of The Last Ship season 5, titled "Air Drop", the crew of the USS Nathan James continues their mission to protect the world from the deadly virus that has devastated most of the population. With limited supplies and resources, the crew is forced to make difficult decisions as they face new challenges and obstacles.

As the episode begins, the crew is still reeling from the loss of one of their own in the previous episode. They must put their grief aside, however, as they receive a distress call from a nearby aircraft carrier. The crew of the Nathan James sets out to investigate and offer assistance.

When they arrive, they find that the crew of the other ship has been infected with the virus and is in desperate need of medical supplies and assistance. The Nathan James crew knows that any contact with the infected crew puts them at risk, but they also know that they are the only hope for these people.

The crew decides to perform an air drop of the necessary supplies, which will allow the other crew to treat their infected members without endangering their own crew. The mission is risky, as they must navigate through a storm and avoid enemy fire, but the crew is determined to help in any way they can.

Meanwhile, back on the Nathan James, tensions rise as Commander Chandler and the other leaders must make difficult decisions about the future of the crew. With limited supplies and resources, they must decide who will receive treatment and who will not. The crew must also navigate the emotional fallout from their recent loss, as they struggle to come to terms with the reality of their situation.

As the air drop mission continues, the crew of the Nathan James faces unexpected obstacles that threaten to derail their mission. From mechanical failures to enemy fire, the crew must overcome these challenges in order to deliver the much-needed supplies to the other ship.

Overall, "Air Drop" is a tense and emotional episode that highlights the many challenges faced by the crew of the USS Nathan James. With their mission to save humanity coming to a close, the crew must confront difficult decisions about who they are and what they stand for. As they continue their journey, viewers are left wondering whether they will be able to fulfill their mission or if the world is doomed to extinction.