Is some considerable suspension of disbelief required? You bet. That said, this a a fantastic film!
Fundamentally, they've successfully created a world in immediate peril, gathered a team of compelling characters, and reminded the viewing audience what a true heroic act looks like.
There's no bumbling. There's no accidental success. The rightfully outclassed 'hero' didn't win with a sly stab in the end. There's no angst. Instead we witness acts of courage, conviction, talent, and training. The team that leads to success is huge. The pilots are on point, but would be nothing without the engineers building the tools. The plan would have failed if not for a tenacious researcher who knew more intelligence on the enemy was required. It was glorious.