When a jade necklace is taken from Binghamton's office, he calls in Naval Intelligence, and tries to frame McHale and the crew with the theft.

The Shah of the oil-rich kingdom of Durani refuses to sign an agreement with the Navy without an Admiral present.   So Parker gets a temporary promotion to Admiral until the deal is closed.

McHale and the crew must figure out a way to increase the base hospital's capacity, so that they can schedule a performance by Jerry Colonna.