On Apr. 24, 1988 at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) El Toro during air show, Marine Corps pilot Col. Jerry Cadick crashed while performing one of his maneuvers. Col Cadick incredibly survived a 75G force impact with serious injuries to his entire body. He made the comment after the crash, “The only thing I didn’t break was my earlobes”. Col Cadick was medically retired from the Marines and eventually learned to walk again and eventually fly. Unfortunately Col Jerry Cadick passed away in 2015 at

VIDEO F/A-18 jet crashed at the El Toro Air Show, California after performing a loop too close to the ground. Pilot survived. (24-APR-1988). | Air Disasters

Join Councilman Doug Cirbo and Councilman Robert Pequeno as they share their memories of Marine Corps Air Station El Toro. Hear from former Base Commander Brig. Gen. David Shuter about life on the base and learn about retired Brig. Gen. Michael J. Aguilar's work on the Flying Leatherneck Museum. This event, honoring the base's legacy, will be held at 6 p.m. on July 10, 2024, at the Lake Forest Performing Arts Center. Enjoy a special performance by the Marine Corps Band as we remember MCAS El Tor

Do you know the legacy of Marine Corps Air Station El Toro? Check out this video to see a ton of amazing photos and learn all about the base. Join us on July 10th at Lake Forest City Hall for an event commemorating the legacy of the Marine Corps Air Station El Toro and its profound impact on our city. This free event is open to the public and will feature heartfelt memories and inspiring stories from the men and women who dedicated themselves to the base. For more info visit www.lakeforestca.gov