A-4 Skyhawk "Landing" At Civic Center
Posted by: Jubal | 07/25/2008 9:54 AM
This came over the transom a few minutes ago from the County CEO's office:
Way cool!
For readers who don't know what the A-4 looks like, here's a picture:
The Skyhawk was one of the most successful warplanes ever built, was the plane used by the U.S. Navy's Blue Angels squadron prior to their switch to the F/A-18.
Photo/Video Opportunity:
A-4 Skyhawk Aircraft Lands in Civic Center Plaza
WHAT: An authentic A-4 Skyhawk Aircraft will be mounted by crane atop a 10' concrete pedestal.
WHY: In 1998, Capt. Dan McCoy of the Santa Ana Police Dept. formed the Orange County Marine Corps Memorial Foundation with the goal of creating a veteran's memorial featuring an A-4 Skyhawk Aircraft. The Board of Supervisors directed the County Executive Office to work with the Foundation to make its dream a reality in 1999.
Capt. McCoy passed away in 2002. Through the dedication of the Foundation, however, his vision moved forward.
WHEN: Sunday, July 27 at 9 a.m. (approximately)
WHERE: 12 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, CA 92701
(South side of Building 12, nearest to Broadway)
PARKING: The Ross St. parking lot on the northeast corner of Ross St.
and Santa Ana Blvd. will be open for parking.
Parking will also be available directly north of the Old Orange County Courthouse.
SITE CONTACT: Carolyn McInerney (949) 230-4866
FUTURE DATES: The memorial is slated for completion in early August.
Way cool!
For readers who don't know what the A-4 looks like, here's a picture:
The Skyhawk was one of the most successful warplanes ever built, was the plane used by the U.S. Navy's Blue Angels squadron prior to their switch to the F/A-18.
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The A-4 mounted in the Civic Center was the one actually flown by my brother USMC Capt. Tom Elser.
I would like to be at the formal dedication ceremony that I believe is scheduled for this month, perhaps on Tues., Sept. 9.
Please confirm the latest details on any dedication that will be taking place involving that plane and/or other aspects of the Ring of Remembrance honoring the Marine Corps' contributions to Orange County.
Semper Fi! Gordon Elser