Pete Mitchell, nicknamed Maverick, has remained one of the Navy's top pilots for more than 30 years: a fearless test pilot, he pushes the limits of what is possible and studiously avoids promotions that would force him to land permanently. As he begins training a squad of Top Gun alumni for a special mission, Maverick meets Lt. Bradley Bradshaw, the son of his late friend, Lt. Nick Bradshaw.
Uncertainty lies ahead, with the ghosts of the past behind him. Maverick is forced to confront his deep-seated fears, which threaten to come to life in a mission that demands extraordinary dedication from those assigned to fly out.