Summary Buck Cleven's survival as a POW adds depth and historical accuracy to Masters of the Air, maintaining audience engagement. Austin Butler's captivating portrayal of Buck Cleven is crucial to the show's long-term success and faithful storytelling. The future of Masters of the Air will delve into the unique perspective of American POWs, ensuring continued viewer interest. The sixth episode of Masters of the Air was crucial to the show's overall success, as it helped the historical drama avoid a potentially devastating mistake regarding Austin Butler's character, the charismatic Major Gale "Buck" Cleven. For those unfamiliar with the true story...