Pilot Mom tells the story of young Jenny whose mother is a tanker pilot in the Air Force. Major Strom is preparing for a two-week training mission in Europe. Every time her mother goes away, Jenny is torn between pride and worry. Jenny thinks about the time that her mother went to Saudi Arabia to fly in the Gulf War and worries that she may have to go to war again. Jenny wonders if her mother thinks about her when she's away.

Jenny's mom reassures Jenny that she is well trained, smart, and careful when she flies missions. Knowing that Jenny is taken care of and safe helps the major do her important job. Jenny feels better after she has discussed her fears and worries with her mother.