[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 109 (Wednesday, June 25, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H2961]
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           COMMEMORATING 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF OC AIR DISASTER

  (Mr. CORREA asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the 60th 
anniversary of the Loma Ridge air disaster.
  On June 25, 1965, 60 years ago, a military jet took off from El Toro 
Marine base in Orange County. It was heading to Vietnam. After takeoff, 
the jet plunged into a mountain, killing all 84 persons onboard. This 
remains Orange County's worst air disaster.
  Today, I honor the 72 marines and 12 airmen who lost their lives that 
day. I thank them and their families for making the ultimate sacrifice 
for our great Nation.

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