A flight attendant who becomes the temporary guardian of nine-year-old Omar after their flight is grounded on September 11, 2001. Despite facing the personal tragedy of her mother's death, she takes a cross-country road trip to return Omar to New York. Her unauthorized journey ultimately costs her job, but she ensures his safe return to school for his next flight.
Montine assumes legal and physical responsibility for Omar during the airport chaos.
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