The remaining Japanese carrier immediately launches aircraft. Following the returning American bombers, they soon discover "Yorktown" and inflict severe damage. The crew manages to bring the fires under control as a scout plane reports that the "Hiryu" has been spotted. Below decks, Matt meets the wounded but recovering Tom and reconciles with him. Due to a shortage of pilots, Matt joins the counterattack against the Japanese carrier just before its second wave of aircraft strikes. The "Yorktown" is soon burning and the order is given to abandon ship.