When NASA chooses seven men to be the first astronauts in space, their wives face unexpected sudden fame overnight. Louise is the first to experience change when her husband is chosen.

Louise and Alan enjoy the benefits of the first mission's success while Betty seeks support as Gus' launch nears. Annie, meanwhile, struggles with a speech impediment.

Rene prepares for husband Scott's launch into space with a magazine interview while Deke receives difficult news.

A move to Houston for the familes changes roles for Trudy, Marge and the women as the world faces crisis.

Trudy faces a moral dilemma when she learns a training program for women astronauts is under threat while John Glenn considers a career in politics.

As an astronaut runs for the senate, a letter to one of the wives places a marriage under stress and a career is at risk.