Movie pilot J.W. “Corkey” Fornof has flown thousands of hours performing aerial film stunts that probably looked crazy to the untrained eye. However, his impeccable record shows a career-long commitment to safety at all times. In movies such as Mission: Impossible II, Six Days Seven Nights, The Phantom, Face/Off, and James Bond thrillers Licence to Kill and Octopussy—plus many others—Fornof was involved in the on-screen aerial stunt flying, not only as the pilot, but also on the teams that coordinated every mission.
A Legendary Movie Pilot Shares a Lifetime of Great Stories
J.W. “Corkey” Fornof performed breathtaking stunts for decades, but safety was always paramount.
Key Takeaways:
- J.W. "Corkey" Fornof is a legendary aerial stunt pilot and coordinator with an extensive career spanning over 17,000 flight hours across 311 different aircraft for numerous major films, including *Mission: Impossible II* and James Bond thrillers.
- Despite performing seemingly dangerous maneuvers, Fornof maintains an impeccable safety record, always prioritizing safety and holding ultimate authority on set during aerial stunt sequences.
- His career highlights include executing iconic stunts like flying a Jetstar II through a hangar in *Face/Off* and surviving a close call with power lines.
- Fornof attributes his success and survival to rigorous training, particularly from his father and Bob Hoover, emphasizing total control and energy management in flight.
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