During one message to the pilot, he specified that all of the previous requested items be at the airport when they landed. She later learned that the note which had carried to the pilot contained a list of demands. He later told
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that he wanted $200,000 in circulated U. S. currency, two back and two front parachutes, and fuel trucks to meet the plane when it landed at Seattle. One of the specific demands that he made was that the fuel truck is to come first and start fueling the plane immediately. Everyone in the plane was to remain in their seat and he indicated that was to be a liaison and the one to get the money. After fueling it' completed and the money is aboard, he indicated that the passengers would be res leased, and the last item to be brought aboard the aircraft would be the chutes, and at that time only the crew members were to be aboard and they must stay out of the isle and remain in their seats.
During the flight from Portland to Seattle, she had light conversation with the hijacker.
leased, and the last item to be brought aboard the aircraft would be the chutes, and at that time only the crew members were to be aboard and they must stay out of the isle and remain in their seats.
During the flight from Portland to Seattle, she had light conversation with the hijacker. For example, she asked him where he was from and he became upset and said he didn't want to answer that, She somehow brought up that they would be going to Cuba and mentioned that personnel were advised to warn passengers against buying any Cuban rum or cigars because U. S. Customs would confiscate them when they returned to the United States.
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The hijacker laughed and said that they weren't going to Cuba. but that she would like where they were going. He asked her where she was from and she told him that she was from Pennsylvania, but was living in Minneapolis, Minn. He indicated that Minneapolis, Minn., was very nice country.
She asked him why he picked Northwest Airlines to hijack and he laughed and said, "It's not because I have a grudge against your airlines, it's just because I have a grudge." He paused and said that the flight suited his time, place, and plans.
to hijack and he laughed and said, "It's not because I have a grudge against your airlines, it's just because I have a grudge." He paused and said that the flight suited his time, place, and plans. Other conversation centered around personal habits such as smoking and he asked her if she did and she said she used to but had quit and he offered her a cigarette which she took and smoked. She asked if he wanted any food or drink and he refused everything.
During the flight from Portland to Seattle, a male customer started aft down the isle and she met him at ap- proximately Row 14 where she asked him what he wanted and he indicated he was looking for a sports magazine. They went to the aft section of the plane immediately behind the hijacker where they looked and finally he accepted a New Yorker Magazine and returned to his seat. After he was seated and returned to seat 18 D, next to the hijacker, he said, "If that is a Sky Marshal I don't want any more of that," and she reassured him that it wasn't and further, that there were no sky marshals on that flight.
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A short while after that, the pilot called her and asked her to determine from the hijacker if he wanted the pilot
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A short while after that, the pilot called her and asked her to determine from the hijacker if he wanted the pilot to inform the passengers of the situation, and the hijacker said, "no." The pilot said that he would make up another excuse to cover the extension of the flight way beyond the normal 36 minutes. It was at this point the hijacker instructed her to tell the pilot that he wanted the note and envelope back that he had given to the other stewardess. He also wanted the empty matchbook cover from which he had been lighting his cigarettes and had thrown into the back pouch of the seat in front as she said she would normally do with trash. She indicated that he had another book of matches the cover of which was blue and said, "Sky Chef." from which she had pulled matches to light his cigarettes. He retained this book of matches.
The hijacker made a comment while the aircraft was in a holding pattern north of the airport that it is 5:15 and he is still waiting, and this is something that he had wanted by 5 p.
The hijacker made a comment while the aircraft was in a holding pattern north of the airport that it is 5:15 and he is still waiting, and this is something that he had wanted by 5 p.m. She called the pilot on the phone and he said that they were waiting for the front pack chutes to arrive at the
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airport from Mc Cord. The hijacker said, "Mc Cord is only 20 minutes from Tacoma; it doesn't take that long." She called the cockpit back over the interphone and they said that the chutes were en route and the cockpit requested per- mission from the hijacker to start their descent without the chutes being present at the airport. The hijacker said yes. provided they don't have to wait for the chutes after the fueling was completed. A few minutes later, the pilot called back on the interphone and advised the chutes were there and he was going down.
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The flight landed at Seattle International Airport at 5:46 Pacific time. Prior to landing, the captain wanted permission from the hijacker to park his aircraft away from the terminal and the hijacker said okay.
Prior to landing, the captain wanted permission from the hijacker to park his aircraft away from the terminal and the hijacker said okay. The pilot said he would park the aircraft in a semi-lighted runway not being used and this pleased the hijacker. While the aircraft was being taxied to the area at which the aircraft would be parked, she asked the hijacker's permiscion to move five passengers away from the immediate area of his seat which he approved of and she did.
Stewardess stood at Row 15 in the middle of the isle to be certain that no one came aft. When the air- craft stopped, the pilot got permission from the hijacker to let the fuel trucks approach the plane and begin refueling, The truck stairs came to the front door and the front door, went to a car carrying the money, chutes, food, maps, and radio for cockpit communications. At this point, he got up with the attache case and headed towards the aft lavatory. When she returned, he was back in his seat. She dragged a white canvas money bag down the isle to where the hijacker was sitting and placed it on seat 18 D next to him.
She dragged a white canvas money bag down the isle to where the hijacker was sitting and placed it on seat 18 D next to him. He looked through the bar and said that it was alright for the passengers to get off the plane. left by way of phoned the pilot and told him and he told the passengers over the intercom system that they could leyve the aircraft.
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After the passengers left, she asked if he wanted her to get other items and he said yes but wanted the other - crew members to remain seated. She first brought in the big parachute and he told her to pull the window shades which cho did. She then went and brought back the small chutes and carried them on the ship. Her next trip she got the big chute and placed it with the others on Row 18. At this point, she gave him a papur shout giving instructions on how to jump and he said he didn't need that. Prior to this, she asked the hijacker if
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he wouldn't rather have one of the cockpit crew get the chutes and he told her that they weren't that heavy and she wouldn't have any trouble.
Prior to this, she asked the hijacker if
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he wouldn't rather have one of the cockpit crew get the chutes and he told her that they weren't that heavy and she wouldn't have any trouble.
When she returned to the plane with the last chute, she saw he had one chute cut open and nylon cords out and he was cutting them with his pocket knife. He took the nylon cord and wrapped it around the neck of the money bag numerous times and then he wrapped it a few times from top to bottom, and with the same piece made a loop like a handle at the top. This nylon cord was pinkish in color. He appeared irritated because they didn't give him a knapsack for the money which he had initially requested, and after trying to put the money in an unfolded parachute, he decided to leave it in the can- vas bag.
She told him that they had crew meals and maps, and requested permission to go get them. He said, "yes," and she did, returning the items and taking a seat next to him.
He said, "We're going to Mexico City, gear down, flaps down, you can trim the flaps to 15, you can stop any- where in Mexico to refuel, but nowhere in the United States.
He said, "We're going to Mexico City, gear down, flaps down, you can trim the flaps to 15, you can stop any- where in Mexico to refuel, but nowhere in the United States. The aft door must be open and the stairs to be down. The altitude under 10,000 feet, they know they can't go over that. Cabin lights out and everyone is to be forward of the first class curtain." related these instructions to the pilot.
came back to where the hijacker was seated and asked if she could get her purse and he said that she should come on back, he wouldn't bite her. Then she asked if the stewardesses could get off and he said, "yes."
About one hour had passed since landing, and was taking information for the hijacker from the pilot and she told the other stewardesses to go ahead and she would be with them in a second and they went forward to the cockpit. She told the hijacker that the plane couldn't take off with the ladder down and he said in a low tone, "Yes they can, but the cockpit can put it down after they get airborne. She told him that the stairs had to be let down from the rear and at this point he appeared disturbed because of the duration of time
She told him that the stairs had to be let down from the rear and at this point he appeared disturbed because of the duration of time of refueling and he told her to stay.
Just prior to take off, he became very excited be- cause they had been on the ground over an hour and she related this to the cockpit and they answered that they had only 1500 pounds of fuel to be put on and this was about one quarter of their capacity. She explained this to him and he calmed down.
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She then told him it would be a few minutes longer while they filed a flight plan and he said, "Never mind, they can do that over the radio once we get up. Let's get the show on the road."
The cockpit called and told her to use the escape rope to secure herself when they found out that she was going to lower the ladder once the aircraft is airborne. She related this to the hijacker and he said, "no," he didn't want her to go up front or them to come back. She asked if the second of- ficer could shut the front door and he said yes.
She related this to the hijacker and he said, "no," he didn't want her to go up front or them to come back. She asked if the second of- ficer could shut the front door and he said yes. She opened the aft door and locked it open and the pilot started the en- gines and taxied towards the runway. During the taxi, she said, "You know we have oxygen, arid he said, "Yes, I know where it is, if I need it I will get it." She asked him to cut some nylon' cord from the parachute for her to use as a safety line when she opened the rear ladder and the hijacker said, "Never mind, " that he would do it. She showed him where the panel was and the controlis and how to do it, and reminded him to be sure to put the ladder up before they land or the aircraft would be so damaged in landing that it could not take off again. She returned to seat 18 C, he to 18 E, the money was in 18 D, and the bomb in 18 F. The plane took off and she held' her ears because the noise was so loud from the engines. Approximately four minutes after take off, he stood up, told her to go to the cockpit and close the first class curtains, and for no one to come out from behind the curtains.
Approximately four minutes after take off, he stood up, told her to go to the cockpit and close the first class curtains, and for no one to come out from behind the curtains. The lights were out in the rear compartment and she went forward, faced the curtain, and the last time she saw him he had a nylon cord tied around his waist and was standing in the isle. Before she finished securing the curtain, she pleaded with him to take the bomb with him and he said he would take it with him or disarm it before he leaves.
After securing the curtain, she entered the cockpit and, approximately ten minutes after that, one of the officers re- ceived an interphone call from the hijacker advising that he could not get the rear stairs down. The pilot informed him that he would level the craft off and reduce the air speed. She recalls that a short time after that, she observed the red indicator light go on the second officer's panel indicating that the stairs had been lowered and approximately five minutes after the first call, one of the officers received another call from the hijacker which was the last communication that anyone In'the plane had with the hijacker.
that the stairs had been lowered and approximately five minutes after the first call, one of the officers received another call from the hijacker which was the last communication that anyone In'the plane had with the hijacker.
Before descending at Reno, Nev., she called re- peatedly over the intercom system to the hijacker to cooperate, that the aircraft must land. The last message was, "Sir, we are going to land now, please put up the stairs. We are going to land anyway, but the aircraft may be structurally damaged and
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we may not be able to take off after we've landed." The pilot landed the aircraft and parked it away from the terminal. She and the pilot entered the cabin and he called to the hijacker a number of times to cooperate and asked for instructions. When they received no answer, they went behind the curtain. She went to the gally, did not see the man, and simultaneously flipped on all of the cabin lights and there was no one there. The captain and her ran to the rear of the ship and they looked for the bomb. She looked in the aft lavatory and checked the oxygen bussels, then began crawling up the isle looking under seats for the bomb.
She looked in the aft lavatory and checked the oxygen bussels, then began crawling up the isle looking under seats for the bomb. While she was doing this, the first officer was coming down the isle from the cockpit on his knees with a flashlight looking under the seats for the bomb. After a few minutes, the co-pilot told her to get off of the ship which she did. She walked two blue lights down the taxiway away from the aircraft. It was dark. She recalls that upon entering the aft section of the ship. she observed the one chute that had been cut open and another chute, One was on Row 17, the other on Row 18, both left side of ship.
She said that about five minutes after she left the aircraft, three cars came to the nose of the plane.
described the hijacker as follows :
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Sex	Male
Race	White
Age	44-46
Height	6 '
Weight	180-190 pounds
Complexion	Medium to dark
Build	Medium
Hair	Dark, flat, straight,
described the hijacker as follows :
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Sex	Male
Race	White
Age	44-46
Height	6 '
Weight	180-190 pounds
Complexion	Medium to dark
Build	Medium
Hair	Dark, flat, straight, sideburns narrow, mid ear
Eyes	Not observed
Characteristics	Wore sunglasses, dark plastic wrap-around frames .

The man impressed her as being an executive by his dress, special mannerisms, and consideration that he exhibited for her while he was on the aircraft.
The only time she can recall ahy actual threat to her life was during the flight from Portland to Seattle he mentioned to her to impress upon everybody that the device he had he would use, that he would not be taken off of the plane. She could not detect an accent in his voice.
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Clothing
Dark brown suit, possibly with a thin black stripe, brown socks, brown ankle length pebble grain shoes,
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Clothing
Dark brown suit, possibly with a thin black stripe, brown socks, brown ankle length pebble grain shoes, not tie type shoes.
She did not have recollection of any rings or unusual facial scars, marks, or tattoos.
advised that her recollection of the flight from the Seattle International Airport was that the weather was extremely murky and that the ground could not be seen.
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DB Cooper-26980FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
12/6/71
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AIR MAIL
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SAC, SEATTLE
FROM
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SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60) (P)
Sul - D. E. G
SUBJECT:
UNSUB;
HIJACKING OF NORTHWEST AIRLINES
FLIGHT 305
11/24/71
CAA - HIJACKING
EXTORTION
Under separate cover Las Vegas is forwarding directly from the Reno Resident Agency one Pioneer Parachute, 26 feet, Ripstop Conical, type 226 manufactured September, 1957.
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NRØ11 BS PLAIN
10:57 PM NITEL 12-10-71 WFY
TO
SEATTLE (164-81)
SAN FRANCISCO
FROM BOSTON (164-153)
NORJAK
INVESTIGATION AT STRONG ENTERPRISES, INC., QUINCY, MASS., PARACHUTE EQUIPMENT SUPPLIERS, THIS DATE DETERMINE
FROM THAT MAJOR ORGANIZATION OF SPORTING PARACHUTERS IS THE UNITED STATES PARACHUTERS ASSOCIATION (USPA) POST OFFICE BOX ONE ZERO NINE, MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA.
ADVISED THERE ARE APPROXIMATELY THIRTY THOUSDN SPORTING PARACHUTERS IN THE UNITED STATES, OF WHOM FIFTEEN THOUSAND ARE MEMBERS OF USPA. THE USPA CIRCULATES A NATIONAL NEWS LETTER AND ITS MEMBERSHIP CARDS, WHICH INDICATE VARYING DEGREES OF PROFICIENCY, BEAR DESCRIPTIVE INFORMATION AND A PHOTOGRAPH OF THE BEARER. NOT BELIEVED THAT A PHOTO- END PAGE ONE
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B IR058 WA PLAIN 8:50 PM URGENT 12-8-71 PLB TO SEATTLE (164-81) SAN FRANCISCO (164-220)
FROM DIRECTOR IP
NOR JAK.
THAT A PHOTO- END PAGE ONE
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SRED KWENTO SERIALIZE DEC 1/0 1971 FBI - SEATTLE
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DB Cooper-26982
B IR058 WA PLAIN 8:50 PM URGENT 12-8-71 PLB TO SEATTLE (164-81) SAN FRANCISCO (164-220)
FROM DIRECTOR IP
NOR JAK.
RE SEATTLE TELETYPE TO BUREAU AND SAN FRANCISCO DECEMBER SEVEN LAST, AND BUTEL CALL TODAY.
BUREAU AUTHORITY IS GRANTED TO HAVE ARTICLE AND ARTIST'S CONCEPTIONS AS DESCRIBED IN REFERENCED TELETYPE PUBLISHED IN THE JANUARY ISSUE OF THE PARACHUTIST MAGAZINE. GLOSSY PHOTOGRAPHS OF ARTIST'S CONCEPTIONS WITH AND WITHOUT GLASSES BEING PREPARED AT THE BUREAU AND WILL BE PROMPTLY FORWARDED. END DCA FBI SE CLR
Sub. D. 164-81-901
SEARCHED INDEXED GERIALIZED 11 FILED DEC 8 1971 FBI - SEATTLE
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DB Cooper-26984FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 12/6/71
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TO:
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SUB - L D
FROM :
SAC, DETROIT (164-115) (P)
RE :
UNSUB, aka.,
Dan Cooper
Northwest Airlines
Flight Number 305
Portland to Seattle
11/24/71
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
(00: SEATTLE)
Re Seattle teletype to Bureau dated 11/29/71.
Enclosed for Seattle is membership list of "POPS", over-forty parachutist group.
305
Portland to Seattle
11/24/71
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
(00: SEATTLE)
Re Seattle teletype to Bureau dated 11/29/71.
Enclosed for Seattle is membership list of "POPS", over-forty parachutist group. Also enclosed are copies of membership cards and where appropriate, the information appearing on the rear of these membership cards of the "POPS" · organization.
Review of these cards left to discretion of 00 and may be of value in developing suspect or individuals who may be able to furnish information on UNSUB.
Interview with
"POPS"
Parachutists Over Phorty Society (POPS), furnished the following information to SA DONALD A. THIEL : 2 - Seattle (Enc. 122)
2 - Detroit
DAT:rck
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On 12/3/71,
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He advised that "POPS" is a worldwide society whose membership numbers 576 members. To qualify for membership in this organization you must be an active parachutist and have reached the age
To qualify for membership in this organization you must be an active parachutist and have reached the age of 40. advised that he believes the majority of parachutists over the age of 40 who are actively jumping are members of this society and it is well known in parachutist circles, The group does not have a magazine or paper and
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advised that occasionally
He information for the society in! "The Parachutist", a magazine which the majority of parachutists subscribe to.
which were filled out by each individual who had joined the society and which carries in some instances other background information on the individual members. advised that in his opinion from articles he has read concerning this hijacking that the hijacker was an experienced parachutist and appeared to know exactly what he was doing, and he stated that if this was the case and the UNSUB was still active in parachuting and was over 40, that there was a possibility that UNSUB muld be a member of "POPS",
Composite drawing of UNSUB was exhibited to however, he indicated he could not identify UNSUB or
UNSUB was still active in parachuting and was over 40, that there was a possibility that UNSUB muld be a member of "POPS",
Composite drawing of UNSUB was exhibited to however, he indicated he could not identify UNSUB or furnish any logical suspects concerning this matter. He indicated that "POPS" would be having a meet where numerous members would be getting together in the near future and if he developes any information, he would contact the FE.
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DB Cooper-2698602013 SE PLAIN 2:43PM URGENT 19/7/71 VAB TO DIRECTOR (164-2111) SAN FRANCISCO (164-2?^) FROM SEATTLE (164-31)
UNSUB; AKA DAN COOPER; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR LAST, CAA-HIJACKING ; EXTOPTION. 00 : SEATTLE.
PE SAN FRANCISCO TELETYPE TO BUREAU, DECEMBER TWO LAST.
UNITED STATES PARACHUTE
ASSOCIATION, HAS OFFERED TO PRINT APTIST'S CONCEPTION OF SUBJECT IN THEIR MAGAZINE QUOTE PARACHUTIST UNQUOTE FOR JANUARY ISSUE. ARTICLE WOULD HAVE TO BE IN POSSESSION OF UNITED STATES PARACHUTE ASSO- CIATION RY DECEMBER TWELVE NEXT.
BUREAU AUTHORITY IS REQUESTED TO HAVE FOLLOWING NOTICE PUB- LISHED IN JANUARY ISSUE OF QUOTE PARACHUTIST UNQUOTE.
BUREAU AUTHORITY IS REQUESTED TO HAVE FOLLOWING NOTICE PUB- LISHED IN JANUARY ISSUE OF QUOTE PARACHUTIST UNQUOTE. END PAGE ONE
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ENCLOSED IS AN ARTIST'S CONCEPTION OF THE HIJACKER WHO EX- TORTED TWO HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS FROM NORTHWEST AIRLINES OM MOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR LAST. THIS MAN IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
RACE WHITE, SEX MALE, AGE MID FORTIES, HEIGHT, FIVE FEET TEN INCHES TO SIX FEET, WEIGHT ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY TO ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY POUNDS, BUILD AVERASE TO WELL BUILT, COMPLEXION OLIVE, LATI" APPEARANCE, MEDIUM SMOOTH; HAIR DARK BROWN OP BLACK, NORMAL STYLE, PARTED ON LEFT, COMBED BACK, SIDEBURNS, LOW EAR LEVEL; EYES POSSIBLY BROWN. DURING LATTER PAPT OF FLIGHT PUT ON DARK, WRAP AROUND SUNGLASSES WITH DARK RIMS. VOICE LOW, SPOKE INTELLIGENTLY, NO. PARTICULAR ACCENT, POSSIBLY FROM MIDWEST SECTION OF THE UNITED STATES. CHARACTERISTIC HEAVY SMOKER OF RALEIGH FILTER TIP CIGAR- ETTES. WEARING APPAREL BLACK OR BROWN SUIT; WHITE SHIRT, MARROM BLACK TIE; BLACK DRESS SUIT; BLACK RAIN DASH TYPE OVERCOAT OR DARK TOP COAT; DARK BRIEFCASE OR ATTACHE
WEARING APPAREL BLACK OR BROWN SUIT; WHITE SHIRT, MARROM BLACK TIE; BLACK DRESS SUIT; BLACK RAIN DASH TYPE OVERCOAT OR DARK TOP COAT; DARK BRIEFCASE OR ATTACHE CASE: CARRIED PAPER BAG FOUR INCHES BY TWELVE INCHES BY FOURTEEN INCHES; BROWN SHOES. END PAGE TWO
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IF YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION WHICH MIGHT LEAD TO THE IDENTITY OF THIS INDIVIDUAL, PLEASE CONTACT THE NEAREST FRI OFFICE,
IF APPROVED, A GLOSSY PICTURE OF ARTIST'S CONCEPTION OF W"SUR WITH GLASSES AND A GLOSSY PHOTO WITHOUT GLASSES SHOULD BE FOR- WAPDED BY THE BUREAU TO SAN FRANCISCO TO ACCOMPANY THE ARTICLE. b6
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DB Cooper-26990AR 005 SF PLAINTEXT
7:15PM WITEL 12/7/71 JAK
TO
DIRECTOR (164-2111)
SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM
SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) IP
UNSUB; AKA DAN COOPER; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, NOV. TWENTYFOUR LAST, CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION. 00: SE
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RE SE TEL TO DIRECTOR AND SF, DEC.
7:15PM WITEL 12/7/71 JAK
TO
DIRECTOR (164-2111)
SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM
SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) IP
UNSUB; AKA DAN COOPER; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, NOV. TWENTYFOUR LAST, CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION. 00: SE
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RE SE TEL TO DIRECTOR AND SF, DEC. SEVEN, INSTANT. SF INDICES NEGATIVE RE AND NO REASON KNOWN FOR OFFER TO PUBLISH ARTICLE AND ARTIST CONCEPTION OF UNSUB IN THEIR MAGAZINE QUOTE THE PARACHUTIST END QUOTE.
END ... FLD HOLD
Sub. D 164-81-841
SERIAL
SEARCHED INDEXED RED JOEL FILED DEC 7 1971 FBI - SEATTLE
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DB Cooper-26991FD-30^ (REV. 11-27-70) 4
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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Date of transcription
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a stewardess aboard Northwest Airlines Flight #305, provided the following information:
On November 24, 1971, stated that the individual who hijacked Northwest Airlines Flight #305, a Boeing 727, initially boarded the aircraft in Portland, Oregon, and at the time he boarded the aircraft he was carrying a briefcase which measured about 12 inches by 18 inches and was dark brown or back in color. She stated that the hijacker handed another stewardess on board the flight by the name of a ransom note demanding b6 b7C $200,000 in cash.
She stated that the hijacker handed another stewardess on board the flight by the name of a ransom note demanding b6 b7C $200,000 in cash. believes that the note was
handed to very shortly after takeoff from Portland. She advised that the hijacker's demands were communicated to the Captain of the aircraft via the aircraft's intercom system by another stewardess named
handed to stated that the note which the hijacker stated that the hijacker had a bomb in the briefcase that he was carrying and that he wanted $200,000 and absolutely no trickery or he would explode the bomb that he had in his briefcase. In addition, advised
that the hijacker requested four parachutes. After these demands were stated, the stewardess named went to the cockpit of the aircraft to advise the captain of the situation and remained in the cockpit until just before landing in Seattle. Meanwhile the hijacker remained in his seat and had another stewardess by the name of next to him.
stated that the hijacker wanted the stewardess named to go to get off the plane in Seattle and to get the money that he demanded and then after she got the money, she
stated that the hijacker wanted the stewardess named to go to get off the plane in Seattle and to get the money that he demanded and then after she got the money, she was to go off the aircraft again to get the four parachutes that he demanded. In addition to the para- chutes and the money the hijacker also requested four crew meals. advised that had told her that the hijacker wanted to go to Mexico and was very concerned throughout the flight about sky marshals being on board the
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aircraft. She stated that the hijacker made his demands known in this order:
1) He wanted the money first
2) He wanted the people off the aircraft after the money was on board
3) He wanted parachutes and four crew meals
4) He wanted the plane completely re-fueled
5) He wanted maps
could
1) He wanted the money first
2) He wanted the people off the aircraft after the money was on board
3) He wanted parachutes and four crew meals
4) He wanted the plane completely re-fueled
5) He wanted maps
could not remember what kind of maps the hijacker had requested.
During the flight, advised that the hijacker wanted continued re-assurance that nothing was going to go wrong. After the plane landed and the passengers dis-embarked, was on the telephone relaying the hijacker's demands to the captain of the aircraft.
stated that the hijacker was good- natured during the flight.
The hijacker then informed to tell the other stewardesses and crew to remain on board. At this point, sated that the pilots of the aircraft wanted the stewardesses to leave the plane. Once the stewardesses had successfully left the aircraft, stated that the pilots had planned to get off the plane by jumping out through the cockpit. However, none of them did deplane because the hijacker could see them and they feared that he would set off the bomb that he had in his briefcase.
Then went to the back of the plane and asked the hijacker if the stewardesses could go and he said "Whatever you girls would like.
Then went to the back of the plane and asked the hijacker if the stewardesses could go and he said "Whatever you girls would like." Then she and another stewardess on board left the aircraft. ,
described the hijacker as a male Caucasian, olive complexion, age 38 to 45, 6' 1", 170 to 175 pounds, slim build, black hair, wavy, short and trimmed in the back. He wore no hat, and wore dark sunglasses with plastic frames which looked like prescription sunglasses. He wore a black trench-coat, white shirt and tie, and dark slacks. He wore no gloves and was soft-spoken and had no accent. He had no visible scars or marks.
advised that the briefcase which the hijacker carried on board with him was in the window seat next to him and that he was sitting in the middle seat with the stewardess, on his left. She stated that he had his right hand inside the briefcase at all times. At one point
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during the hijacking noticed that one of the parachutes that had been brought on board had been unpacked and she asked the hijacker if he had taken the parachute
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during the hijacking noticed that one of the parachutes that had been brought on board had been unpacked and she asked the hijacker if he had taken the parachute apart and he replied Yes.
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DB Cooper-26994OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1942 EDITION GSA FPMR (4 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
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TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
12/3/71
FROM
:
SA ROBERT ROSS REYNOLDS and
SA DONALD J. STEELE
SUBJECT:
UNKNOWN SUBJECT, aka
Dan Cooper
NORTHWEST AIRLINES
FLIGHT #305,
PORTLAND TO SEATTLE,
11/24/71
CAA-HIJACKING;
EXTORTION
00: SEATTLE
SUB PARACHUTES
On 12/3/71,
៛ telephone
2 advised
as follows :
Q. 7 given the following set of circumstances, the Boeing 727 which you are generally familiar with, the rear stairway flying at 10,000 feet through clouds at about 178 knots on IFR Flight, what would be the conditions that would exist as soon as the cabin was depressurized?
A. As soon as the hatch. was cracked, there would be depression matters of the aircraft. The lowering of the stairwell would create a effect on the entire aircraft because the air flow is disrupted here which would naturally effect the aircraft .
The lowering of the stairwell would create a effect on the entire aircraft because the air flow is disrupted here which would naturally effect the aircraft ..
Q. This would have no material effect on the jumper physiologically at this altitude?
A. No, not at 10,000 feet.
Q. This would be a very practical altitude in which to jump?
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A. Certainly. Q. Would this be an ideal type aircraft from which to make a daylight or night jump?
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Q. Given the consitions at night time with clouds below to about 7,000 feet and partial clouds and intermittent clouds taken to a ceiling about 4,000 feet, would this present any problems to a jumper?
A. There again we're dealing with variables. If a man knew what altitude at the time he was leaving the aircraft, there are two ways to determine his altitude on opening:
1.
If a man knew what altitude at the time he was leaving the aircraft, there are two ways to determine his altitude on opening:
1. From the second hand on a wristwatch;
2. A wrist type altimeter.
Q. Making this jump, what would be practical for the man to do? To open the chute immediately or to wait until he had a view of the ground?
A. I would wait at least ten seconds before pulling. This way I am not only clear of the aircraft, but I am also out of visual sight of the aircraft or any aircraft in the area. Cloud covering is an advantage but not knowing where the ground is, is a problem because of the peaks in the area. The above procedure would be in effect if I was not in familiar territory. Another advantage of an early chute opening would be for the jumper to select the best drop zone possible.
In unfamiliar territory and wherein a light might be observed, would give the jumper not only an idea of his altitude but an opportunity for steering himself toward a suitable drop zone.
In chuting in familiar territory, this type of dropp would be rather "simple to an experienced jumper".
In chuting in familiar territory, this type of dropp would be rather "simple to an experienced jumper". This would allow the jumper to "free-fall" for the full
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40 second delay time. This would put him at approximately 2,000 feet altitute when the chute opens which still gives him another three minutes to the ground.
Footwear for an experienced jumper is inconsequential.
Jumping into a heavily wooded area is also relatively simple.
Jumping into water is even more simple for an experienced jumper.
Q. If the wind velocity at 10,000 feet was 25 knots and the ground level five knots, roughly how far could he travel?
A. He would be in the saddle for ten minutes. On a clear and pull situation (immediate opening of the chute), he could go five miles on the wind line or wind direction; and a normal delayed opening maximum distance with a five knot wind would be two or three thousand feet. Even with a non-steerable chute, by taking hold of the risers and facing into the wind and making an almost direct descent which would also produce a very soft landing equivalent to
Even with a non-steerable chute, by taking hold of the risers and facing into the wind and making an almost direct descent which would also produce a very soft landing equivalent to stepping off a chair.
Q. Would the spped of the plane at 178 knots present any problem?
A. No, not for a jumper.
Q. Based on the information we have discussed, here, does this jump present any problem to an experienced jumper?
A. None whatsoever.
Q. Do you think this man made this type of jump before.
A. I would say he has made some high altitude jumps before. The mere fact that the jumper requested 15 degree flaps and gear down to increase drag would also indicate the jumper was an experienced high altitude parachutist.
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Q. In a free-fall from 10,000 feet to approximately 2,000 feet, what would be his rate of speed at rip cord pull?
A. 120 miles per hour which is normal free-fall terminal- speed within the atmosphere because the speed
increases upon the increase of altitude.
Q. What would the possibility be of the jumper suffering ankle or leg injuries in wearing oxford street shoes?
What would the possibility be of the jumper suffering ankle or leg injuries in wearing oxford street shoes?
A. No more than if he had jump boots on. It shouldn't create any problem. 
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From the information furnished regarding the above situation, it is my opinion that this jumper was experienced and I would say having at least 150 jumps.
Q. What would your guess be as to the number of jumpers in the country that could pull this type of jump off?
A. At least 1000 people.
In the "Parachutist" put out by the U. S. Parachute Association, there are listed the names and state from which they are from for every individual which has obtained a license, whether it is Class A, B, C, D, or I. 1
A Class C jumper could have made the above jump. There are currently 7192 licensed Class C jumpers-to say nothing of Class D or I.
As of this month, there are 3094 Class D jumpers.
Class I is not given.
The above figures do not include military personnel that have done high altitude free-fall jumps.
Class I is not given.
The above figures do not include military personnel that have done high altitude free-fall jumps. There is no way to determine how many jumpers would be in that category.
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The only time lapse necessary from departure of the aircraft to the opening of the chute is that time needed to stabilize the body and this is determined by each jumpers capabilities.
O. would accepting an unfamiliar chute present any problem to this person?
A. It wouldn't bother me. I would certainly check it over as would any experienced jumper.
Q. This would take less than ten minutes?
A: Yes.
Q. Could an average Forest Service Smoke Jumper pull off this job?
A. I doubt it. Bearing in mind smoke jumpers are for the most part all static line jumpers as is military, and unless they're doing some skydiving on the side.
In all likelihood, the smoke jumper could be eliminated.
Q. , would you discuss the age factor of a man 45 to 50 in parachute jumping? How many are active?
A. Very few.
, would you discuss the age factor of a man 45 to 50 in parachute jumping? How many are active?
A. Very few.
However, high altitude jumpers in that age group would be extremely limited. These would be officials of jump clubs or parachute governing bodies and/or instructors.
Q. Bringing the age factor into this, would that change your estimate of the excess with which this jump FASE could be performed?
A. No, because of the fact it requires no special physical condition to pull off a jump if you know what you're doing.
Q. Could you estimate how many residents in the State of Washington or Oregon could have pulled this off?
A. No.
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AIRMAIL
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MEMBERSHIP LIST IN. DRAWER
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI 62
MAP I-A 63
FROM:
SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220)
SUBJECT:
UNSUB, aka
Dan Cooper
Northwest Orient Airlines
11/24/71
FARLIGE I-A ec-F G
CAA - AIR PIRACY
Re Seattle teletype, 11/29/71; San Francisco tel, 11/29/71; and San Francisco tel, 12/1/71.
In accordance with the request of the Seattle Office, one copy of the affiliated clubs of the U.
aka
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Northwest Orient Airlines
11/24/71
FARLIGE I-A ec-F G
CAA - AIR PIRACY
Re Seattle teletype, 11/29/71; San Francisco tel, 11/29/71; and San Francisco tel, 12/1/71.
In accordance with the request of the Seattle Office, one copy of the affiliated clubs of the U.S. Parachutists Association (USPA) is enclosed for the Bureau and Seattle Office. In addition, there is also enclosed for the Seattle Office an index of the members of the affiliated clubs of this association for the states of California, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, and Arizona. There is also enclosed for the Bureau and Seattle one copy of the transcription of communications dealing with the control of aircraft NW305 on 25 November, 1971. This transcription was furnished by Federal Aviation Administration, Fremont, Cali- fornia. One copy of this transcription was delivered to Agents in the Sacramento Office with a map of the route of this aircraft on 12/1/71. A copy of this map is also enclosed for the informa- tion of Seattle Office.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
Lists filet in Faltam. = drawer of 164-81 cal. : - Bureau (Encls. 2) (AMREG) - Seattle (164-81) (Encls. 4) 2 - San Francisco MMD/cad (6)
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
12/6/71
EARL J. COSSEY, 349 North 101st, Seattle, advised that the pilot chutes on both of the back pack parachutes which were furnished to the hijacker on 11/24/71, were white in color. He stated that also the back pack chute which was missing from the aircraft upon its arrival at Reno, Nevada, was white in color.
Concerning the chest pack parachutes, he stated that these parachutes are hand deployed and do not contain pilot chutes. The chest pack chute which was sewn up as a practice chute and which was missing from the airplane was also white in color.
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MINNEAPOLIS (MAIL)
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ALL FBI INFORMATION CONTAINED

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ALL OFFFICES VIA WASHINGTON
FROM WASHINGTON FIELD (164-169) (SEVENTEEN PAGES)
UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE	ZERO FIVE,
PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, NOVEMBER TWENTY FOUR LAST; CAA -
HIJACKING; EXTORTION, 00:SE.
RE PHOENIX AIRTEL TO SEATTLE NOVEMBER TWENTY	NINE
LAST; SEATTLE TELETYPE TO BUREAU AND WFO DECEMBER ONE LAST;
SAN	FRANCISCO TELETYPE TO SEATTLE AND WFO DECEMBER TWO LAST; Sub.
TO SEATTLE NOVEMBER TWENTY	NINE
LAST; SEATTLE TELETYPE TO BUREAU AND WFO DECEMBER ONE LAST;
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LOS	ANGELES NITEL TO PHOENIX, SEATTLE, AND WFO	DECEMBER 164-81-640
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A CHECK WITH METROPOLITAN POLICE DEPARTMENT, WDC, DISCLOSED THAT SOMETIME BETWEEN ONE OCLOCK A.
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A CHECK WITH METROPOLITAN POLICE DEPARTMENT, WDC, DISCLOSED THAT SOMETIME BETWEEN ONE OCLOCK A.M. AND EIGHT OCLCOK A.M., DECEMBER ONE LAST, SUITE WAS BURGLARIZED AND b6
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NUMBEROUS WDC NEWSPAPERS FROM. WHICH HEADLINES AND OTHER LARGE PRINT. HAVE BEEN CLIPPED, SUCH AS, FOOD ADVERTISEMENTS, ETC.
FOUR EMPTY BOTTLES WHICH APPARENTLY CONTAINED VARIOUS END PAGE TEN
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NR 039 LA PLAIN 11:59 PM NITEL 12-1-71 RUM TO SEATTLE (164-81). BUTTE (164-26) PORTLAND (164-'41) HONOLULU (164-85) NEW YORK SAN FRANCISCO' CINCINNATI (164-55)
VIA
BUTTE (164-26) PORTLAND (164-'41) HONOLULU (164-85) NEW YORK SAN FRANCISCO' CINCINNATI (164-55)
VIA WASHINGTON
FROM LOS ANGELES (164-497) 8P
UNSUB ; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE,
NOVEMBER . TWENTY FOUR LAST, CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION.
RE CINCINNATI TELETYPE TO BUREAU NOVEMBER THIRTY LAST; BUTTE TELETYPE TO LOS ANGELES AND SEATTLE DATED NOVEMBER THIRTY. LAST; PORTLAND TELETYPE TO LOS ANGELES AND SEATTLE DATED NOVEMBER THIRTY LAST, AND LOS ANGELES AIRTEL TO SEATTLE DATED DECEMBER ONE INSTANT.
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 12/2/71
FROM
:
ASAC PAUL R. BIBLER
SUBJECT:
UNSUB, aka Dan Cooper;
NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT #305,
PORTLAND TO SEATTLE,
11/24/71
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
00: SEATTLE
SAL-PARACHUTES
Ce- EVIDENCE FEXPENSES
An individual named Washington, telephoned on 12/1/71. He said that two parachutes to Northwest Airlines which they in turn, had placed on board and one of
He said that two parachutes to Northwest Airlines which they in turn, had placed on board and one of these, the back pack shute, had been recovered by our Las Vegas office when the plane landed in Reno. He said this chute had a "pioneer harness" of a type which was no longer made and
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new chutes
I told him that these chutes were being maintained as possible evidence at this point and I did not see how they could be returned to
write a letter. I told him when the letter was received we would discuss it with the USA and give him an answer.
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UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, PORTLAND TO SE- ATTLE, NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR, SEVENTYONE. CAA - HIJACKING; EXTOR- TION. OO SEATTLE.
11/37/71 VAB TO CINCINNATI FROM SEATTLE (164-31)
UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, PORTLAND TO SE- ATTLE, NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR, SEVENTYONE. CAA - HIJACKING; EXTOR- TION. OO SEATTLE.
RTURTEL THIRTIETH INST.
RESPONSES TO QUESTIONS ARE:
1. THERE IS NO SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE AS TO WHAT PREVIOUS EXPEP- IENCE UNSUB HAS AS PARACHUTE JUMPER.
2. AND 3. UNSUB REQUESTED AND WAS FURNISHED TWO BACK PACK AND TWO CHEST PACK PARACHUTES. BACK PACK USED DESCRIBED AS STANDARD NB SIX PAREN NAVY BACK PACK SIX END PAREN CONTAINER AND HARNESS. STANDARD LENGTH SHROUD LINES. CANOPY IS TWENTYEIGHT FT. MYLON FLAT CIPCULAR NOT MODIFIED PAREN NO STEERABLE HOLES END PAREN. PARACHUTE END PAGE ONE
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MATERIAL DESCRIBED AS ONE POINT ONE OUNCES. PARACHUTE RIGGER WHO PACKED CHUTE STATES CONTAINER NORMALLY HAS TWENTYSIX FOOT CHUTE, HOWEVER, HE PACKED TWENTYEIGHT FOOT CHUTE IN CONTAINER BACK PACK, DID NOT HAVE TYPE HARNESS AND NECESSARY GEAR TO ATTACH CHEST PACK. CHEST PACK TAKEN BY UNSUB WAS INOPERABLE DIIMMY TRAINING PARACHUTE.
4. UNSUB ESTIMATED TO BE IN MID FORTY'S, FIVE FEET TEN TO SIX FEET, ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY TO ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY POUNDS.
UNSUB ESTIMATED TO BE IN MID FORTY'S, FIVE FEET TEN TO SIX FEET, ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY TO ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY POUNDS.
5. UNSUB BELIEVED TO HAVE CARRIED A SMALL ATTACHE CASE. WEIGHT OF MONEY GIVEN TO HIM AND BAG WAS NINETEEN POUNDS.
6. GROUND WINDS WERE IN VICINITY OF THIRTY MILES SOUTHWEST.
7. UNSUB IS BELIEVED TO HAVE JUMPED AROUND EIGHT TEN'P.M
8. ESTIMATE GROUND WIN TEN TO FIFTEEN KNOTS FROM THE WEST. END
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DB Cooper-27031OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1847 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
FILE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, SEATTLE
DATE:
11/29/71
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SUBJECT:
UNSUB;
NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT 305
PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, 11/24/71
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
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For record purposes, I called SAC WHALEY at Albuquerque on 11/29/71, and told him I understood that there was a research project at Hodloman Air Force Base in New Mexico dealing with the effect on a body of high altitude parachuting and the effect of low temperatures on a body in case a jump was made.
was a research project at Hodloman Air Force Base in New Mexico dealing with the effect on a body of high altitude parachuting and the effect of low temperatures on a body in case a jump was made. I asked him to see if he could contact the person responsible for the survey to give us some notions about what effect this would have on the man making this jump.
I told him that the weather was clear to 1500 feet, broken clouds to 5,000, solid above, and that the jump was possibly made around 7,000 to 10,000 ft. at a time when the "total average temperature" was minus 7 degrees.
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TO :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)	DATE:	11/29/71
FROM :	ASAC PAUL R. BIBLER	Chops €

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SUBJECT: UNKNOWN SUBJECT; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT #305, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING ; EXTORTION 00:
SUBJECT: UNKNOWN SUBJECT; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT #305, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING ; EXTORTION 00: SEATTLE BUfile 164-2111
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1. He said that 90% of the skydivers are licensed by the U. S. Parachute Association, P.O. Box 109, Monterey, California. The license has a photograph of the individual; however, he does not believe that the association maintains these photos although they do maintain descriptions.
2. Northwest people have discussed this jump with a pilot who has made 500 parachute jumps, including two at night. He said that with a lighted target, a man could come within 1000 feet of the target from the height that they were flying on the night in question, and that you could guide yourself as much as 45 degrees in either direction with a plain survival type parachute, if you had the knowledge.
3. He stated that theyhave been passing information on to us based on the "pressure bump" indicating that the man had jumped north of Portland.
He stated that theyhave been passing information on to us based on the "pressure bump" indicating that the man had jumped north of Portland. He said it was entirely possible that the man did not jump when this "pressure bump" took place. It was entirely possible that he sat on the end of the stairs to check out his reference points before he jumped. If he did this for even a short time, he could have easily landed across the river in Oregon.
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He pointed out in this connection that there is Aurora Field near Donald, Oregon.
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VIA FACILE
mit the following In PLAIN TEXT
(Type in pleintest of code) URGERT (Priority)
SEATTLE
FROM: PORTLAND (164-41)
UNSUB: NORTHWEST FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, NOVEMBER THENTYFORTE, NINETEEN SEVENTYONE, CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION.
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mit the following In PLAIN TEXT
(Type in pleintest of code) URGERT (Priority)
SEATTLE
FROM: PORTLAND (164-41)
UNSUB: NORTHWEST FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, NOVEMBER THENTYFORTE, NINETEEN SEVENTYONE, CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION.
U. S. FOREST SERVICE HAS TWO SMOKE JUMP CENTERS IN OREGON, PORTLAND HANDLING CONTACTS THERE. :
ONE U. S. FOREST SERVICE SMOKE JUMP CENTER IN STATE OF WASHINGTON, LOCATED INTER-CITY AIRPORT BETWEEN TWIST AND WINTHROP: , WASHINGTONE, MANAGER, FRANCIS B, LUFKIN. SEATTLE HANDLES
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UNKNOWN SUBJECT; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT #305, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION 00: SEATTLE
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jumping activities and have volunteered their services to us in connection with instance case in a place that they might be needed. said for instance they are equipped with communications facilities to maintain contact with the Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue truck and could if needed, jump anywhere that we might need them with regard to instant case.
said for instance they are equipped with communications facilities to maintain contact with the Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue truck and could if needed, jump anywhere that we might need them with regard to instant case.
Mr. BIBLER was advised and he requested this should be made a matter of record in event their services are needed. JEC : 1:1b (2)
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DATE:
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Northwest Airlines
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On November 29, 1971, SA
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at the Bureau called. SA wanted to know the results of the display of the photograph to the witnesses.
I told him that the Minneapolis Office had been asked on November 27 to accomplish this immediately and had just finished talking to them and they were going to get it done.
SA then wanted to know if the Bureau could say positively that one of the parachutes was inoperable.
SA then wanted to know if the Bureau could say positively that one of the parachutes was inoperable. I told him there was no doubt about it, but if he wanted a piece of paper on it I would prepare one.
I told him we were contining ground search but the weather made it impossible to fly down there today.
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: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 11/28/71
FROM : SPC FRANCIS E. ENTLER
SUBJECT: UNSUB; SKYJACKING of NORTHWEST FLIGHT 305 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
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to offer his expert knowledge of qualified himself as being in the Dallas, having been actively involved in
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advised that the U.S. Parachuting Association, Monterey, California, licenses all parachutists in the country. The USPA also maintains current files on all members. Also headquartered with USPA is Parachutist Over Thorty Society, POPS, an elftist group of "jumpers" 40 years and older. Located in Los Angeles, California, is Latin Sky-divers, and organization comprised exclusively of Latin parachutists.
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Commenting on the characteristics of the skyjackers parachuting from the plane, indicated that the unsub would have to of been an expert in the sport of sky-diving. Jumping with an unknwww unfamiliar chute, advised that the unsub would have to readjust the straps to fit his personal needs.
Jumping with an unknwww unfamiliar chute, advised that the unsub would have to readjust the straps to fit his personal needs. Not jumping with the aid of an altimeter would also require expert knowledge of sky-diving; jumping in street shoes requires expertise in sky-diving; high flying level of plane indicates expert ability.
further advised that it is his belief that all sky-divers are egotists and that for one to make a jump from a 727 airplane, he might conceivably write it down in his jump log book.
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URGENT 9 'ia TELETYPE
TO :
DIRECTOR, FBI
(Priority) PC- Close SPANSK PASA :403
FROM :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-)
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UNKNOWN SUBJECT; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT #305, PORTLAND TO
SEATTLE, 11/24/71, CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION. 00: SE.
AIR SEARCH CONDUCTED IN AREA WHERE HIJACKER
BELIEVED TO HAVE LEFT PLANE, UTILIZING TWO ARMY HELICOPTERS
FROM GRAY FIELD; ONE WEYERHAUSER
AIR SEARCH CONDUCTED IN AREA WHERE HIJACKER
BELIEVED TO HAVE LEFT PLANE, UTILIZING TWO ARMY HELICOPTERS
FROM GRAY FIELD; ONE WEYERHAUSER COMPANY HELICOPTER AND ONE
BONNEVILLE POWER ADM., HELICOPTER. FOR PURPOSE OF SEARCH,
AREA WAS DIVIDED INTO SIX SECTIONS AND DUE TO WEATHER
CONDITIONS, ONLY THREE WERE COVERED TODAY, SEARCH WAS
NEGATIVE. A LIMITED GROUND SEARCH ALSO CONDUCTED WHICH WAS
NEGATIVE, EXCEPT FOR 2WO INDIVIDUALS HEJHIS NORTHEAST
QUADRANT OF THE SEARCH AREA, WHERE TWO INDIVIDUALS MADE
COMMENTS CONCERNING A LOW FLYING AIRPLANE AT THE PERTINENT
TIME, BUT SAW NOTHING DROPPING FROM PLANE.
RELATIVE TO SUSPECT
PHOTO
DISPLAYED WITH OTHERS, TO WITNESS AND
WN. , SEATTLE,/WHO ADVISED PHOTO OF DEFINITELY NOT
IDENTICAL. HE STATED HIJACKER HAD A MUCH BROADER FACE AND NOSE. PHOTO OF BEING DISPLAYED TO OTHER WITNESSES.
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ANALYSIS OF FLIGHT PATH OF AIRPLANE, UPON LEAVING and SEATTLE, FLIGHT LOGS PROVIDED BY NORTHWEST AIRLINES, SEATTLE AND MINNEAPOLIS, WOULD SUGGEST THAT UNSUB IN AIRPLANE AS LATE AS TIME PLANE PASSED OVER CAMP, WASHINGTON, AT EIGHT ZERO FIVE PM. SUBSEQUENT ENTRIES REFLECT OSCILLATION IN CABIN AT EIGHT TEN PM, AT WHICH TIME PLANE IN AREA APPROXIMATELY TWO TO THREE MILES SOUTHWEST BY WEST FROM LAKE MERWIN DAM, WASHINGTON. PARACHUTE EXPERTS ADVISE THAT PARACHUTES LEAVING PLANE AT THAT POINT WOULD DRIFT APPROXIMATELY TWO AND ONE HALF MILES EAST, THEREFORE SEARCH IN THIS AREA BEING INTENSIFIED AM OF TWENTYSEVEN INSTANT VIA HELICOPTERS AND GROUND SEARCH. HELICOPTER SEARCH BEING MADE CONTINGENT UPON WEATHER PERMITTING. UPON RECEIPT OF ARTISTS CONCEPTION, INTEND TO GIVE WIDE DISSEMINATION TO PRESS, CONTACTS WILL BE MADE WITH AIRPORTS, FLIGHT SCHOOLS, PARACHUTE CLUBS IN BROAD GENERAL VICINITY.
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DB Cooper-27042OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY R EDITION GSM/PMR (11 CFR) (01-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
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SAC, SEATTLE
DATE: Nov. 26, 1971.
FROM
:
SA CHARLES E. FARRELL
SUBJECT:
UNSUB
NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT #305,
Nov. 24, 1971.
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION.
00: SEATTLE
At 12:21 A.M. a Mr. CLOSSY, Associated Press, Seatile, talked to SAC (and earlier to SA FARRELL) inquirying about a "new story" that one of the chutes given the unsub"would not even open, even if he tried." CLOSSY said he got his information from EARL COSSY who packed the chutes. He said something to the effect the chute was for demonstration on land only and not for bailing out.
The reported apparently talked to COSSY late afternoon or night of Nov. 25, 1971. We had tried all day (up to 3:30 P.M to reach him at his home SU3-0475 or Sky Sports, Issaquah Airfield EX2-3050.
LEAD Seattle
Contact COSSY for full particulars on these chutes. Did he pack all four? Try for some identifying number so we can eleminate those we found at Reno.
LEAD Seattle
Contact COSSY for full particulars on these chutes. Did he pack all four? Try for some identifying number so we can eleminate those we found at Reno. Also to resolve above infrom from AP.
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EARL J. COSSEY, 349 North 101st, Seattle, telephone SU3-0475, appeared at the Seattle Office at which time he furnished the following information:
He is a master parachute rigger and jump instructor at Seattle Sky Sports, Issaquah, Washington, telephone EX2-3050.
In May, 1971, needed two parachutes. COSSEY
. Washington,
packed two parachutes which were furnished to on or about May 1971. He described these parachutes as back packs, commonly referred to as "emergency" parachutes. He also packed: the two chest pack parachutes which were furnished to Northwest Airlines on November 24, 1971.
He also packed: the two chest pack parachutes which were furnished to Northwest Airlines on November 24, 1971.
The two parachutes recovered from the Northwest Airlines flight 305 at Reno, Nevada, on November 24, 1971, were described in detail to Mr. COSSEY at which time he described the missing back pack parachute as having a sage green nylon container, model NB6 (Navy Back pack 6) with sage green nylon harness, which harness has no "D" rings to mount a chest pack. The parachute is a 28 foot nylon white flat circular with a specially fitted foam padded cushion. The pilot chute is also white.
Mr. COSSEY said that the missing chest pack para- chute is a ground training pack dummied up to look like a good one. He said that by "dummied up" he means that tie downs were attached to the container. This chest pack was devised by COSSEY to teach trainees while hung in a harness how to open the chest pack in the event of an emergency. The folds of the parachute are sewen together to preclude the parachute opening in the training room.
The folds of the parachute are sewen together to preclude the parachute opening in the training room. Mr. COSSEY said that the back packs furnished the hijacker did not have the necessary hooks on the harness to attach a chest pack.
Mr. COSSEY said that if the hijacker opened one of the chest packs on the airplane he probably would remove the parachute and put the money in the chest pack
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as it would be impossible to hold anything in his hand when the parachute opened. Mr. COSSEY said it would be quite possible to parachute from a 727 jet if the jet was below 10,000 feet and flying at a very slow rate of speed. The person jumping from the plane would have to free fall to earth for several thousand feet to slow himself down and get
The person jumping from the plane would have to free fall to earth for several thousand feet to slow himself down and get himself in position for the back pack to open. Even an experienced parachutist would experience considerable shock from the chute opening, however, this would cause little or no personal injury. He said that anyone who had six or seven practice jumps could accomplish this as the first five jumps would be on a static line and the subsequent jumps would be free fall.
He said that jumping at night materially increases the chance of injury and in this case he would consider the parachutists chances of not being injured as "nill." Mr. COSSEY said the back pack used by the hijacker is non-steerable and he would have no chance of slowing down or picking the spot on which to land. Also at night he would be unable to gauge his distance to the ground which would result in a much harder impact. It was his opinion the skyjacker would suffer severe ankle and or leg injuries from this jump.
Mr. COSSEY said that the fact the hijacker wore street shoes would also increase the chance that he would be
COSSEY said that the fact the hijacker wore street shoes would also increase the chance that he would be injured on landing as the most experienced jumpers wear jump boots or some rigid ankle support.
Mr. COSSEY expressed the opinion that the pilot of the jet would notice some oscillation when the hijacker departed the rear of the aircraft.
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DIRECTOR
LAS VEGAS MINNEAPOLIS PORTLAND
FROM SEATTLE (164-81)
UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES LIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR, SEVENTYONE, CAA - HIJACKING ; EXTORTION, 00 : SEATTLE.
EARL J. COSSEY, MASTER PARACHUTE RIGGER, AND JUMP INSTRUCTOR, INTERVIEWED THIS DATE. STATES HE PACKED THREE PARACHUTES GIVEN TO SUBJECT, AND FROM AVAILABLE INFORMATION; HAS DETERMINED MISSING BACK PACK IS A MODEL N B SIX (NAVY BACK PACK SIX). . CONTAINER IS SAGE-GREEN, NYLON; AND PARACHUTE IS TWENTYEIGHT FT. NYLON WHITE FLIGHT CIRCULAR (NON STEERABLE). BACK PACK EQUIPPED WITH SPECIAL FOAM. CUSHION AND HAS SAGE-GREEN NYLON HARNESS WITH NO.
NYLON WHITE FLIGHT CIRCULAR (NON STEERABLE). BACK PACK EQUIPPED WITH SPECIAL FOAM. CUSHION AND HAS SAGE-GREEN NYLON HARNESS WITH NO. "D" RING.S TO MOUNT CHEST PACK.
GOSSEY STATES CHEST PACK , USED BY SUBJECT IS DUMMY TRAINING RIG, WHICH IS INOPERABLE. COSSEY SPECULATES SUBJECT USED CHEST PACK FOR MONEY. END PAGE ONE
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COSSEY STATES NIGHT JUMPING VERY DANGEROUS, WHEN TERRAIN UNKNOWN AND DISTINCT POSSIBILITY SUBJECT SUFFERED ANKLE AND/OR LEG INJURIES ON LANDING AS SUBJECT UNABLE TO CONTROL RATE OF DESCENT OR JUDGE SHOCK IMPACT, ALSO, IF WEARING STREET SHOES, POSSIBILITY OF INJURY GREATER.
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DB.Cooper-27047AR005 SE PLAIN 10:21 AM URGENT 11-29-71 TO DIRECTOR FROM SEATTLE (164-81) 2P
UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR, NINETEEN SEVENTYONE. CAA DASH HI JACKING; EXTORTION. 00: SEATTLE.
REBUCALL TODAY.
LAS VEGAS NITEL TO BUREAU AND SEATTLE, PORTLAND, NOVEMBER TWENTYSIX LAST, TRANSMITTED ELEVEN FIFTYTWO P.
LAS VEGAS NITEL TO BUREAU AND SEATTLE, PORTLAND, NOVEMBER TWENTYSIX LAST, TRANSMITTED ELEVEN FIFTYTWO P.M., REVEALS THAT ONE CHEST PACK AND ONE BACK PACK PARACHUTE FOUND IN FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE ON LANDING IN RENO, NEVADA. EXAMINATION OF BACK PACK PARACHUTE BY MILITARY EXPERT REVEALED IT WAS IN USABLE CONDITION AND COMPLETE AND OPERABLE IN ALL DETAILS. CHEST PACK PARACHUTE OF BRIGHT PINK, ORANGE COLOR, DETERMINED BY MILITARY EXPERTS TO BE IN OPERABLE CONDITION, HOWEVER, IT WAS OPENED WITH THE DROUGE CHUTEMISSING IN THE AIRPLANE. 
EARL J. COSSEY, MASTER PARACHUTE RIGGER AND CHIEF RIGGER FOR SEATTLE SKY SPORTS, ISSAQUAH, WASHINGTON, ADVISED THAT HE END PAGE ONE
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PERSONALLY RIGGED A CHEST PACK PARACHUTE WHICH WAS USED FOR TRAINING PURPOSES, SEWING THE PARACHUTE PACK UP IN SUCH A WAY THAT IT WAS COMPLETELY INOPERABLE AS A PARACHUTE.
THIS PARTICULAR PARACHUTE, ACCORDING TO COSSEY, IS ONE OF THE TWO CHEST PACK PARACHUTES THAT WERE DELIVERED TO THE WASHINGTON STATE PATROL FOR DELIVERY TO THE
THIS PARTICULAR PARACHUTE, ACCORDING TO COSSEY, IS ONE OF THE TWO CHEST PACK PARACHUTES THAT WERE DELIVERED TO THE WASHINGTON STATE PATROL FOR DELIVERY TO THE NORTHWEST AIRLINES FOR DELIVERY TO THE HIJACKER.
SINCE FOUR PARACHUTES WERE GIVEN TO THE HIJACKER, TWO CHEST PACKS, TWO BACK PACKS, AND SINCE ONE CHEST PACK AND ONE BACK PACK CHUTE WERE FOUND IN THE PLANE, IT WOULD APPEAR THAT THE ONE CHEST PACK CHUTE MISSING WOULD HAVE TO HAVE BEEN USED BY THE HIJACKER. THE SECOND BACK PACK CHUTE PROVIDED THE HIJACKER WAS OPERABLE.
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DB Cooper-27049OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1942 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum

TO	: FILE (164-81)
FROM	: SAC, SEATTLE

DATE:
11/26/71
SUBJECT:
UNSUB;
NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT 305
PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, 11/24/71
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
00: SEATTLE
On 11/26/71 SAC CAMPBELL from Las Vegas, advised that when they entered the airplane there was an open para- chute in the plane, draped over one of the seats in the vicinity where the hijacker was located, which parachute .
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
00: SEATTLE
On 11/26/71 SAC CAMPBELL from Las Vegas, advised that when they entered the airplane there was an open para- chute in the plane, draped over one of the seats in the vicinity where the hijacker was located, which parachute . was, white. 
Examination of this parachute reveals there was no drouge chute on it.
The stewardess on the plane when interviewed said that the hijacker was upset when the money was not delivered in a knapsack. As a result she saw him wrap this money in some white material.
SAC CAMPBELL speculates that the money was wrapped in the drouge chute. He advised that the second parachute in the plane is a backpack, which has never been opened. It is pink and it is being taken to the National Guard in Reno at once to see if it is in workable condition.
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DB Cooper-270530 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 19 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.# UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
DATE: November 25, 1971
TO
SAC, SEATTLE
FROM
SA REESE H.
10 MAY 19 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.# UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
DATE: November 25, 1971
TO
SAC, SEATTLE
FROM
SA REESE H. CHIPMAN
SUBJECT: UNSUB: NORTHWEST FLIGHT 305, NOVEMBER TWENTY FOUR, 1971. CAA - HIJACKING ; EXTORTION.
The following investigation was conducted by SA CHIPMAN to identify and obtain descriptive data concerning the two back pack chutes which were delivered to the hijacker:
At 12:25 AM contacted Service at (Business tel RU-2-2554). b7C
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He advised the two small chest packs were obtained at Issaquah, and were brought to the Air Freight Terminal by the WAshington State Patrol. observed them when they were in the vehicle in which he transported all of the chutes and the money to Sea-Tac "irport.
He dexcribed the chest pack chutes as being in containers about 15 inches long, 8 inches wide and eight inches thick.
The two back pack chutes which he observed , but. did not examine closely, appeared to be in ordinary military olive drab green containeer's, approximately two to three feet long, 15 to 18 inces wide.
did not examine closely, appeared to be in ordinary military olive drab green containeer's, approximately two to three feet long, 15 to 18 inces wide. To the best of his knowledge they did not have emergency bleepers.
At 2:00AM contacted
who advised he had talked with one Aviation, Boeing Field, in oder to secure Chutes :00 --- >5554. indicated the backpack chutos were obtained from
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Number One: Civilian luxury type,' tan soft Cotton material outside, 26 ft white canopy inside. Mas a military chute inside of it. One or two burp sack in folds. Has foam pad cushion, and a frayed mark down the rib on the back, from rubbing on metal.
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Number two: Military back pack chute, standard military olive drab green on outside.
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Number two: Military back pack chute, standard military olive drab green on outside. 28 foot white canopy on inside, two burp sacks in back. Foam pad cushion.
Both packs had lead seals which had not been pulled. Seal embedded in lead, and may have confidential number, such as riggers number.
These packs were assembled by one EARL COSSEY, Tel. SU-3-0475. said COSSEY works at Sky Sports, at the small airfield just west of Issaquah, Tel EX-2-3050, and could furnish exact data concerning the two chutes, including any serial numbers.
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can positively identify both of the above mentioned back pack chutes. He expressed the opinion it would be very hazardous to jump form a 727, at night.
At 2:20AM ASAC from Las Vegas called and advised they have had numerous inquiries from the press, and gave the anser that when the plane landed at Reno, no one other than the crew was found aboard, and that investigation is being conducted to identify and locate the hijacker: " he said the plane will leave Reno at 9: 60AM 11/25/71 to return luggage.
numerous inquiries from the press, and gave the anser that when the plane landed at Reno, no one other than the crew was found aboard, and that investigation is being conducted to identify and locate the hijacker: " he said the plane will leave Reno at 9: 60AM 11/25/71 to return luggage. .
He said it was indicated to him from SAC in RENO, that a check should be made with respect to one who may be a good suspect, possibly the hijacker. He did not have the reasons why this individual might be suspect. At 2:25AM Division 6, Bureau telephoned and. advised he had just had a call from SAC CAMPBELL from Reno, Nev. CAMPBELL reportedly advised two bright. orange chutes were missing from the plane; also no trace was found of the attache case or any wiring etc. The plane was dusted for latents. said he would call Portland and advise them. The information that two bright orange chutes were missing from the plane is not clear, in view of the descriptive data we have on the four chutes. :
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At 4:40AM, BBC, British Broadcasting Corp, London called for information. It was learned they already had about the same information as the press in USA. They were advised the same as ASAC Las Vegas indicatedg he was telling press. Also inquiries from NBC News, New York, and CBS News. Chicago. They were only informed we had no further information to release at this time.
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COSSEY
Numerous attempts were made to telephonically contact EARL COFFEY at his residence" " Tel SU 3-0475, but .
COSSEY
Numerous attempts were made to telephonically contact EARL COFFEY at his residence" " Tel SU 3-0475, but .no one answered.
At 6:00 AM telephoned Sky Sports, Issaquah "irfield, EX 2-3050; and he advised CORRECT NAME IS EARL COSSY not COFFEY, that he does work there odd hours, and may show up today. "He said COSSEY was the one who packed the Chest Chutes which were given to State Patrol to deliver.
He was advised to. have COSSEY immediately contact this office if and when he shows up today. He had no idea where COSSBY would be if not at home. He said he would advise COSSEY.
LEAD: Seattle SU 3-04-15 OR EX 2- 3050 
Will: interview EARL. COSSEY, and obtain detailed descriptive data concerning the two back pack chutes, and any additional data he may be able to furnish concerning the two front chest chutes.
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LAS VEGAS
PORTLAND
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IP:
UNSUB; NORTHWEST FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, NOVEMBER TWENTY-FOUR, SEVENTYONE.
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MINNEAPOLIS
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NOR JAK.
TERRAIN SEARCH WITH ARMY TROOPS AND AGENTS CONTINUED TODAY. . NO DEVELOPMENTS.
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NORJAK.
RESETEL TO BUREAU SEVENTEENTH INST.
GROUND AND AIR SEARCH BY BUAGENTS AND ARMY UNIT, TOTALING THREE HUNDRED MEN INCLUDING OFFICERS, WITH SUPPORT OF NINE HELICOPTERS, COMMENCED TWO P. M. TODAY, AND CONTINUES IN PROGRESS. NO DEVELOPMENTS. END A JW FBI POTLAND CLR TU
DB Cooper-27060 Sub E 164-81-25271015 Second Avenue Seattle, Washington 98104 March 21, 1972
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Pacific Power and Light Company Portland, Oregon
Dear
This letter is to confirm certain arrangements which have been made for the use by the FBI and the U.S. Army, of your space at Lake Merwin Park.
Badges will be provided for Pacific Power employees who need access to the area.
Army, of your space at Lake Merwin Park.
Badges will be provided for Pacific Power employees who need access to the area. These will be made available through the Pacific Power and Light with our employees at the site.
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A 24-hour guard has been installed in the area. No unauthorized persons will be allowed in the area of the dam.
The search project will be coordinated for the FBI by me, by Special Agent Thomas J. Manning and Special Agent Charles E. Farrell of the FBI.
Your cooperation in this matter is deeply appreciated.
Sincerely,
J.E. Milnes, Special Agent in Charge
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DB Cooper-27061 Sub. E
164-81-2526FILE (164-81)
March 20, 1972
SAC J. E. MILNES
NORJAK
For record purposes, I called SAC MATTSON in Portland on March 19, 1972. I told him that it may be that the Army will need 5,000 gallons of JP 4 jet fuel. I asked him to make arrangements where it could be obtained if it is needed. I advised him that it is very possible the fuel the Army has will be contaminated and this may be needed.
I advised him that it is very possible the fuel the Army has will be contaminated and this may be needed.
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DB Cooper-27062 Sub. E 164.81.2525 SELCHSU LAKED SERVIZO MMA FILED FBI-SEATTLEDIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
SAC SEATTLE (164-81) Sub E 3/20/72 1
NORJAK
For the Bureau's information, the search of the terrain by the Army troops will commence in operation on 3/21/72. The command post will be established at Lake Merwin Park.
In order to have adequate communications, a single party line telephone is being installed in a vacant residence to be occupied by the Bureau. This building is being provided at no cost to the Bureau by the Pacific Power and Light. It will be locked in the evening.
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The phone will be installed by. the General Telephone Company of the Northwest, Inc., 265 N. E. 2nd, Gresham, Oregon, A one-time installation charge of $20.00 will be levied and a minimum charge of $11.00 per month. When the search is over the phone will be removed.
This installation is being made, VACB.
00 per month. When the search is over the phone will be removed.
This installation is being made, VACB.
2 - Bureau
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Arrangements for this phone were to be made by SAC MATTSON in ; Portland for installation on 3/20/72. SA at the Bureau b6 b7C advised.
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164-81-2524
119 AmailNR009 SE PALIN
7:32PM NITEL
3/20/72 GJW
TO
DIRECTOR
(164-2111)
MINNEAPOLIS
(164-73)
PORTLAND
(164-41)
FROM
SEATTLE (164-81) (1)
NORJAK.
AGENTS FROM OTHER DIVISIONS ON SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT AND SEATTLE DIVISION AGENTS PARTICIPATING IN SEARCH AT VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON, THIS DATE. CONFERENCE HELD WITH ARMY OFFICIALS AND AGENTS PREP- ARATORY TO SEARCH TO COMMENCE APPROXIMATELY ONE PM, TWENTYFIRST INSTANT.
BUREAU WILL BE KEPT ADVISED OF ALL DEVELOPMENTS. - P- END TMT FBI SOG ACK UR NR 06 07 08 & 009 CLR
DB Cooper-27064 Sub. 2 164-81-2523

SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81)
SAC, SEATTLE

3/20/72
NORJAK
Fort Lewis, called.
2 164-81-2523

SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81)
SAC, SEATTLE

3/20/72
NORJAK
Fort Lewis, called. He said he would be working with SAC MILNES and Mr. MANNING the rest of the week and he is going down to the scene tomorrow.
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He simply wanted to let Mr. MILNES know that they had received some guidance from the Public Affairs Officers of the Army as to how to answer press inquiries. Then he read the same 3 questions and answers which we had already received last week from Asst. Director BATES. I told the that I thought Mr. MILNES was already generally aware of this policy as having come from Army headquarters through our headquarters but that when Mr. MILNES called in I would tell him.
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· 3/17/72
SAC, SEATTLE
NORJAK
has advised that the unit to be used is the 3rd Air Cavalry Regiment-Control.
It will be composed of 1st and 3rd squadrons, consisting of 120 men, the Air Cavalry Troop-Aero Scouts, which will have 6 XOH58 helicopters.
It will be composed of 1st and 3rd squadrons, consisting of 120 men, the Air Cavalry Troop-Aero Scouts, which will have 6 XOH58 helicopters.
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at Fort Lewis. - Their telephone number is :
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b6 b7CNRØØ6 SE PLAIN 6:34 PM NITEL 3/17/72 VAB TO DIRECTOR FROM SEATTLE (164-81) (P) 1P
,NORJAK; 00: SEATTLE.
FOR BUREAU'S INFORMATION, I HAD CONFERENCE WITH MILITARY OF- FICIALS, FORT LEWIS, WASHINGTON, THIS DATE RE SEARCH. ARMY UNIT IS TO MOVE INTO POSITION A. M. TUESDAY MARCH TWENTYFIRST INSTANT ANTICIPATING SEARCH TO COMMENCE APPROXIMATELY NOON MARCH TWENTY- FIRST. ARMY WILL BIVOUAC AT CAMP SITE NEAR ARIEL DAM BEING PRO- VIDED BY PACIFIC POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY, PORTLAND. AGENTS WILL BE QUARTERED AT QUAY INN, VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON. OFFICES SENDING AGENTS ON SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT HAVE BEEN ADVISED TO HAVE AGENTS AT QUAY INN TWO P. M. TWENTYIETH INSTANT FOR BRIEFING AND ORIENTATION AND ASSIGNMENT.
BUREAU WILL BE KEPT ADVISED.
OFFICES SENDING AGENTS ON SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT HAVE BEEN ADVISED TO HAVE AGENTS AT QUAY INN TWO P. M. TWENTYIETH INSTANT FOR BRIEFING AND ORIENTATION AND ASSIGNMENT.
BUREAU WILL BE KEPT ADVISED. END
BVC FBI WASH DC ACK FRO FOR TWO AND CLR
DB Cooper-27067
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3/9/72
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
Sub E
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI
Attention:
FROM:
SAC, BUTTE
SA SA SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT SEATTLE DIVISION 1 Captioned Agents have been instructed to report for specialassignment for approximately two weeks time \at the Longview, Washington, Resident Agency. These Agents will be at the Longview RA no later than 6:00 pm, 3/14/72. They have been instructod to bring heavy boots, rain gear and hoavy coats.
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AIRTEL
AIR MAIL

TO:	DIRECTOR, FBI
FROM:	SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220)
NO:	NORJAK

ko Butelcall this date.
San Francisco Office will send SAs and to the Seattle Division to report to the Longview,
SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220)
NO:	NORJAK

ko Butelcall this date.
San Francisco Office will send SAs and to the Seattle Division to report to the Longview, Washington, Resident Agency no later than 6:00 p.n., 3/14/72, to assist in terrain search in instant Esttor.
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SA A served in the U. S. Air Force for twelve years, is very athletically inclined, and has done extensive hiking and mountain climbing. He continues to keep himself in excellent physical condition.
SA
$ served in the U. S. Marine Corps from 1965-1968. and was discharged as a Ro is a devoted outdoorsman , continues to do extensive hiking and hunting.
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Both of these Agents appear to have exceptional qualifications for the particular assignment.
Both SAs indicated abovo, VACI. will report as
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DB Cooper-27069STANDARD FORM NO. 64
Office Memorandum UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
3/15/72
FROM
:
ASAC PAUL R.
64
Office Memorandum UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
3/15/72
FROM
:
ASAC PAUL R. BIBLER
SUBJECT: NORJAK
SHUTZ called at 1:00 PM. He said that they now had information that after going all the way to the Secretary of Defense the word will go out to General BOLLING this afternoon to go ahead with this operation .. SHUTZ said that he would assume that Gen. BOLLING might be getting in touch with us this afternoon. If not, suggest the SAC call him, BOLLING, about the close of business today.
SHUTZ is most anxious for the SAC to call him when he arrives in the office.
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DB Cooper-27070OFTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY INL EDITION CHA FPMR (4 CFA) 101-11.8 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum

TO :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)	DATE: 3/15/72
FROM :	ASAC PAUL R. BIBLER
SUBJECT:	NORJAK

RE:
SEARCH
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Supervisor called for HENRY SHUTZ.
BIBLER
SUBJECT:	NORJAK

RE:
SEARCH
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Supervisor called for HENRY SHUTZ. They wanted us to know that there has been a hang up in our request for Army assistance. A three star general by the name of PALMER in the Pentagon, does not feel the Army has enough manpower to get involved in this situation. Our liaison man is to contact him this morning; however, they are hopeful that they can change his mind. In the mean time, they want us to make no contacts with the Army on our level, but to leave the whole matter in the Bureau's hands.
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-270713/15/72
FILE (164-81)
SAC, SEATTLE
NORJAK
On 3/15/72 I talked to Assistant Director THOMAS BISHOP regarding the handling of the press in our anticipated search with the Army.
He advised that I should encourage the Army's Public Relations Officer to simply respond by saying that they were offering ther assistance in the terrain search with
He advised that I should encourage the Army's Public Relations Officer to simply respond by saying that they were offering ther assistance in the terrain search with the FBI, and that I should respond to the inquiries by saying I had no comment about it.
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SEARCHED. INDEXED SERIALIZED IM FILED Um NAP 10 1372 FBI-SEATTLE OuNR008 SE PLAIN 10:02 PM NITEL 3/16/72 DCA
TO
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
MINNEAPOLIS (164-73).
FROM SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-)
1P WEEKLY SUMMARY
NORJAK.
BUREAU AUTHORITY HAVING BEEN OBTAINED, MAJOR GENERAL ALEXANDER BOLLING, COMMANDANT, FT. LEWIS, WN., WAS CONTACTED FOR THE PUR- POSE OF OBTAINING ASSISTANCE OF SOME TWO HUNDRED TROOPS TO ASSIST BUREAU AGENTS IN A SEARCH OF THE AREA NEAR LA CENTER, WASHINGTON, WHERE THE HIJACKER IS BELIEVED TO HAVE PARACHUTED.
AS OF MARCH FIFTEEN LAST MAJOR GENERAL BOLLING ADVISED THAT ON THAT . DATE, THAT PROPER AUTHORITY HAD BEEN OBTAINED FOR MILITARY ASSISTANCE AND HE WOULD IMMEDIATELY MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE NE- CESSARY PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT TO IMPLEMENT THE SEARCH.
DATE, THAT PROPER AUTHORITY HAD BEEN OBTAINED FOR MILITARY ASSISTANCE AND HE WOULD IMMEDIATELY MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE NE- CESSARY PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT TO IMPLEMENT THE SEARCH. A BRIEFING SESSION IS SCHEDULED AT FT. LEWIS BETWEEN MAJOR GENERAL BOLLING'S STAFF AND MYSELF FOR MARCH SEVENTEEN NEXT ..
SEARCH AND RESCUE DOGS WILL BE USED TO SEARCH THE AREA OVER THE WEEKEND OF MARCH EIGHTEEN-NINETEEN NEXT. END
WDC HOLD ( tant)
DB Cooper-27073
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164-81-2464NRØ22 SE PLAIN 11:45 PM NITEL 3/9/72 DCA
TO
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
MINNEAPOLIS (164-73)
FROM SEATTLE (164-81) (P) 1P WEEKLY SUMMARY
NORJAK.
SEARCH OF THE DROP AREA NEAR LA CENTER, WASHINGTON, IS NOW TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED TO BEGIN MARCH FIFTEEN, SEVENTYTWO. MILITARY AUTHORITIES AT FT. LEWIS, WN., ARE BEING CONTACTED AT THIS TIME AND IF THEIR COOPERATION CAN BE ENLISTED, THE SEARCH WOULD BE CONDUC- TED BY SOME TWENTY BUREAU AGENTS AND POSSIBLY A COMPANY OF MILI- TARY PERSONNEL UNDER THE PERSONAL SUPERVISION OF THE SAC, SEATTLE, WHERE HIS COMMITTMENTS WILL ALLOW. TEAMS OF BUREAU AGENTS ARE PRESENTLY CONTACTING THE OCCUPANTS OF PREMISES IN THE SEARCH AREA FOR PERMISSION TO SEARCH AND WAIVERS ARE BEING
TEAMS OF BUREAU AGENTS ARE PRESENTLY CONTACTING THE OCCUPANTS OF PREMISES IN THE SEARCH AREA FOR PERMISSION TO SEARCH AND WAIVERS ARE BEING OBTAINED WHEREVER POSSIBLE.
IT IS CONTEMPLATED THAT "SEARCH AND RESCUE" DOG UNITS WILL BE USED TO SEARCH IN THE AREA OVER THE WEEKEND OF MARCH ELEVEN- TWELVE, NEXT.
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164-81-24633/15/72
FILE (164-81)
SAC, SEATTLE
NORJAK
On 3/15/72 SA HENRY SCHUTZ at the Bureau called and advised that after many machinations the Army had given its approval to using the Army troops to make the terrain search.
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I thereafter received a call from Lewis, who advised that he had received word from the 6th Army in San Francisco that they would not be permitted to participate. Shortly thereafter I received another call from saying that the original decision was reversed and that they would participate. He will get the instructions in writing and as soon as he does, he will contact me.
They anticipate making a reconnaissance of the area before moving the troops in.
He will get the instructions in writing and as soon as he does, he will contact me.
They anticipate making a reconnaissance of the area before moving the troops in. He advised that they want to make it on a 7-day a week operation, which is satisfactory with us.
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DB Cooper-27075SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
3/13/72
SA THOMAS 3. MANNING
Sul E
NORJAK
DOGS
On 3/11 and 3/12/72 the below listed personnel of Search and Rescue Dogs Assocation, Box 123, Renton, Washington searched through grid search technique and area in the immediate vicinity of Point A on map supplied by Seattle. A small section of the area in the vicinity of point A was searched under extremely adverse conditions of heavy rain and low lying clouds.
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Pierce County SO and .
These individuals were extremely professional in their approach to the problem and exhibited an intense desire to assist in this Bureau operation. They supplied their own living accomodations and most of their food plus radio communications.
in their approach to the problem and exhibited an intense desire to assist in this Bureau operation. They supplied their own living accomodations and most of their food plus radio communications.
It is felt that an offer by to possibly have more than the above mentioned members of the Association work a larger area with more dogs on another weekend could be of value. If this is deemed advisable it is suggested that SA RICHARD A. DYER Tacoma RA make the necessary arrangements and it is felt that some of the Seattle agents assigned to the search on foot could benefit greatly from observation of the search in order to familiarize themselves with problems encountered and terrain to be searched,
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DB Cooper-27076.FD-448 (10-28-71)
Transmit attached by Facsimile - PLAINTEXT
Priority
Urgent
To:
DIRECTOR
From:
SEATTLE
Subject:
NORJAK

Date:	4/4/72	vat
Time:	Transmitted -	pm
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A.D. Surles, Jr.
Special handling instructions:
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In Reply, Please Refer to File No.
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
450 Golden Gate Avenue Box 36015 San Francisco, California, 94102 March 10, 1972
Lt. General A.D. Surles, Jr. Commanding General Headquarters . Sixth U.S. Army Presidio of San Francisco, California, 94129.
SUB. E.
Dear General Surles:
On November 24, 1971, an unidentified individual held up and hijacked Northwest Airlines Flight 405 between Portland, Oregon, and Seattle, Washington, and on landing in Seattle extorted $200,000 from the Northwest Airlines. He departed via the same plane with the crew from the Seattle-Tacoma Airport, and investigation by the FBI to date has developed information
He departed via the same plane with the crew from the Seattle-Tacoma Airport, and investigation by the FBI to date has developed information that more than likely this individual left the airplane via parachute in the vicinity of La Center, Washington.
Our further investigation has developed that very likely he came down in an area of approximately three and one-half miles wide by six miles long. Thus far, in spite of extensive nation- wide investigation we have developed no information that any of the money has turned up nor have we developed any information to indicate that the individual successfully completed the jump and escaped alive.
In view of the area to be searched and the magnitude of the problem, we request the assignment of a Company of ground troops together with support in order to search the terrain for the individual's body. Hopefully, if the assistance is to be extended the troops would be on location on orgabout March 14, 1972, ready to commence the operation on March 15, 1972.
Should you render assistance and desire further details concerning the actual site and operation these can be secured through
Should you render assistance and desire further details concerning the actual site and operation these can be secured through Special Agent in Charge J. E. Milnes, 1015 Second Avenue, Seattle, Washington, 98104, telephone 206-MA-0460.
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TO:	Director, FBI	(164-2111)
FROM:	SAC, Portland	(164-41) (P) SUB-	Ce

NORJAK
Re Bureau telephone call 3/9/72 ordering four Agents to Seattle for a NORJAK special commencing approximately 3/15/72.
Agents from Portland designated for this duty are:
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Sub. . 164-81-2458
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DB Cooper-27080FILE (164-81)
March 13, 1972
SAC J.
164-81-2458
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DB Cooper-27080FILE (164-81)
March 13, 1972
SAC J. E. MILNES
NORJAK
calls with On March 10, 1972, I had an exchange of telephone 6th Army, Presidio, California, concerning our request of the Army in this matter.
I told that we had informally contacted the office of Legal Counsel at the Army Headquarters in Washington, D. C., who, in turn, had informally contacted Undersecretary of the Army; both advised that they saw no objections to the Army assisting in this matter.
initially suggested that the request be formalized at Washington, D. C .; however, as a result of our conversation I volunteered to have a formal letter of request addressed to him from our San Francisco Office concerning this matter.
I then dictated such a letter to the SAC's secretary in San Francisco for delivery to the Staff Duty Officer at the Presidio today (March 10). 2 - Seattle JEM/cjw (2)
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DB Cooper-27081
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
ASAC PAUL R. BIBLER
NORJAK SEARCH
Supervisor called. He said that when HENRY SHUTZ called earlier he forgot to mention that 1 , a General Counsel for the U. S. Army in the Pentagon, had informally discussed this with an Under- secretary of the Army, who was favorably disposed toward the search. He said that the reason he is telling me this now is that if you had some difficulty with the General and the General felt like calling the Pentagon, would be a good place to start.
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I told him he was about an hour late, that you had gone down to talk to the General about 3:00 P.M.
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DB Cooper-270823/9/72
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
ASAC PAUL R. BIBLER
NORJAK
from office called with reference to your teletype of 3/8/72. The 10 agents you requested have been approved and Butte will furnish 2, Portland 4, Sacramento 2, San Francisco 2.
The 10 agents you requested have been approved and Butte will furnish 2, Portland 4, Sacramento 2, San Francisco 2.
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They were instructed to be at the Longview Resident Agency by 6:00 P.M. on the 14th, pursuant to our teletype. If there is any change at all, we will have to get in touch with those offices and advise them.
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On 3/9/72 ASAC BIBLER advised ASAC MCCARTHY in butte and on 3/10/72 I advised SAC MATTSON in Portland, GEBHART in San Francisco and WILLIAMS in Sacramento, that the agents should not necessarily report on the 14th, but that they should await a call from us, telling them specifically what date they should report and to what point they should report.
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DB Cooper-27083NRØ54 WA PLAIN 640PM NITEL 3-10-72 MRF TO SEATTLE BUTTE SACRAMENTO SAN FRANCISCO PORTLAND FROM DIRECTOR 1P
NORJAK
RE BUREAU TELEPHONE CALLS MARCH NINE LAST ORDERING AGENTS TO SEATTLE FOR NORJAK SPECIAL COMMENCING MARCH FIFTEEN NEXT.
DB Cooper-27083NRØ54 WA PLAIN 640PM NITEL 3-10-72 MRF TO SEATTLE BUTTE SACRAMENTO SAN FRANCISCO PORTLAND FROM DIRECTOR 1P
NORJAK
RE BUREAU TELEPHONE CALLS MARCH NINE LAST ORDERING AGENTS TO SEATTLE FOR NORJAK SPECIAL COMMENCING MARCH FIFTEEN NEXT. RECEIVING OFFICES INSURE DESIGNATED AGENTS DO NOT DEPART FOR SEATTLE UNTIL SPECIFICALLY ADVISED BY SEATTLE THAT OPERATION WILL PROCEED AS SCHEDULED. SEATTLE UPON FINAL APPROVAL OF SEARCH ASSISTANCE BY U. S. ARMY, TELEPHONICALLY CONTACT RECEIVING OFFICES ORDERING DESIGNATED AGENTS TO PROCEED.
KEEP BUREAU ADVISED OF ALL PERTINENT -DEVELOPMENTS. END VAB FBI SEATTLE CLR
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AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:
SAC,` SACRAMENTO
(164-50) (₽)
Sul. E.
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
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Re telephone call from SOG, concerning special assignment of two weeks duration in Long View, Wash., beginning 3/14/72.
SAS
will report to Long View, Wash., on the afternoon of 3/14/72 for assignment as ordered.
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, on the afternoon of 3/14/72 for assignment as ordered.
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Office Memorandum
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
3/10/72 .
FROM
:
ASAC PAUL R. BIBLER
Sul E.
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
HENRY SHUTZ called from the Bureau. He wanted to know what the General's decision was. I said that the latest information I had was that during a meeting with the General he was favorably disposed but wanted to check with Washin- ton. I told him if there had been any decision reached, I was not aware of it, and asked if he wanted you to call him. . He said no, it was nearing the end of the day in Washington, but he simply wanted you to know if you had any questions or any trouble, to call him over the weekend so he could get somebody working at the Washington end of the situation.
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OFTIONAL FORM NO. 14 MAY INI EDITION CHA PPHR (4 CFA) Jet-11.4
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum

TO	: FILE (164-81)	DATE:	3/10/72 -
FROM	: SAC, SEATTLE	Sul	E.

SUBJECT: NORJAK
On 3/9/72 I contacted
Governor EVANS,
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and advised him that we were interested in securing the assistance of Army troops in making a terrain search near La Center, Washington, for the missing hijacker, but before the Army troops could be obtained Major General ALEXANDER BOLLING, Commandant, Ft. Lewis, requested that Governor EVANS's assent be given to it, as well as that of Brig. General HOWARD MCGEE, Commandant of the Washington National Guard.
advised that he would direct General McGEE to contact General BOLLING immediately advising that Governor EVANS
advised that he would direct General McGEE to contact General BOLLING immediately advising that Governor EVANS would interpose no objection to the use of the troops.
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DB Cooper-27087 .:NRO19 SE PLAIN 7:02 PM NITEL 3-9-72 SLA TO DIRECTOR
FROM SEATTLE (164-81) 2 P
NORJAK
RE SEATTLE TEL EIGHT INSTANT AND BUREAU CALL TODAY. I PERSONALLY CONTACTED MAJOR GENERAL ALEXANDER BOLLING, COMMANDING OFFICER, FORT LEWIS AND FORMALLY REQUESTED ASSISTANCE OF ONE COMPANY OF TROOPS TO AID IN TERRAIN SEARCH LOOKING FOR BODY OF MISSING HIJACKER, TO COMMENCE FOURTEENTH INSTANT. GENERAL BOLLING PERSONALLY INTERESTED IN AFFORDING ASSISTANCE, HOWEVER, RELUCTANT TO DO SO WITHOUT AUTHORITY FROM THE SIXTH ARMY HEADQUARTERS IN SAN FRANCISCO AND CONSENT OF GOVERNOR DANIEL EVANS, STATE OF WASHINGTON, FOR USE OF ARMY TROOPS OFF OF MILITARY RESERVATIONS.
INTERESTED IN AFFORDING ASSISTANCE, HOWEVER, RELUCTANT TO DO SO WITHOUT AUTHORITY FROM THE SIXTH ARMY HEADQUARTERS IN SAN FRANCISCO AND CONSENT OF GOVERNOR DANIEL EVANS, STATE OF WASHINGTON, FOR USE OF ARMY TROOPS OFF OF MILITARY RESERVATIONS.
I PERSONALLY CONTACTED TO GOVERNOR EVANS WHO ADVISED THAT HE WOULD DIRECT GENERAL HOWARD MC GEE, ADJUTANT GENERAL OF THE END PAGE ONE
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STATE OF WASHINGTON, WHO IS COMMANDING OFFICER OF THE NATIONAL GUARD, DIRECTING HIM TO IMMEDIATELY CONTACT GENERAL BOLLING AND ADVISE HIM FORMALLY THAT GOVERNOR EVANS WOULD HAVE NO OBJECTION TO USE OF ARMY. TROOPS IN CAPACITY REQUESTED. GENERAL BOLLING ADVISED HE WILL IMMEDIATELY REQUEST AUTHORITY FROM SIXTH ARMY FOR ASSIGNMENT OF COMPANY OF TROOPS AND WILL ADVISE AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE THE OUTCOME.
BUREAU WILL BE KEPT ADVISED OF DEVELOPMENTS.
END MRF FBI WA DC
DB Cooper-27089FILE (164-81)
March 10, 1972
SAC J. E. MILNES
NORJAK
On March 9, 1972, SA HENRY SHUTZ called from the Bureau in response to Seattle teletype dated March 8, 1972, and advised that Mr. HOOVER had approved our recommendations to request the Army for assistance in this search.
On March 9, 1972, SA HENRY SHUTZ called from the Bureau in response to Seattle teletype dated March 8, 1972, and advised that Mr. HOOVER had approved our recommendations to request the Army for assistance in this search. I advised him that I would make an appointment with General BOLLING this afternoon and let him know the results.
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TELETYPE
NITEL
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TO :
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
NORJAK.
EXTENSIVE INVESTIGATION CONDUCTED THUS FAR HAS NOT DEVELOPED INFORMATION RE IDENTITY OF SUSPECT NOR HAVE IN SPITE OF EXTENSIVE CIRCULARIZATION ANY OF THE BILLS PAID TO HIJACKER SHOWED UP. THROUGH DETAILED ANALYSIS OF FLIGHT LOGS, TIME AND FLIGHT PATH BY NORTHWEST AIRLINES, U. S. AIR FORCE, TOGETHER WITH SIMULATION OF FLIGHT CONDITIONS BY NORTHWEST AIRLINES USING ACTUAL AIRPLANE USED IN HIJACKING, IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT VERY LIKELY UNSUB - LEFT THE PLANE AT SITE NEAR VICINITY OF LA CENTER, WASH.
AIR FORCE, TOGETHER WITH SIMULATION OF FLIGHT CONDITIONS BY NORTHWEST AIRLINES USING ACTUAL AIRPLANE USED IN HIJACKING, IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT VERY LIKELY UNSUB - LEFT THE PLANE AT SITE NEAR VICINITY OF LA CENTER, WASH. AT APPROXIMATELY EIGHT TWELVE P.M. ON NIGHT IN QUESTION. APPROXIMATE SITE OF DROP, ALLOWING FOR DRIFT THROUGH WIND AND DELAY OF OPENING PARACHUTE, ESTABLISHES THAT UNSUB VERY LIKELY CAME DOWN SOMEWHERE IN A WOODED AREA APPROXIMATELY THREE AND ONE HALF MILES WIDE AND SIX MILES LONG. SOME OF AREA HAS BEEN CLEARED, OTHER PARTS HAVE SECOND GROWTH TIMBER, AND BALANCE VIRGIN TIMBER, A GREAT PERCENTAGE OF WHICH IS ACCESSIBLE BY FOOT .. I PERSONALLY HAVE TRAVERSED THIS AREA AND FEEL IT IS POSSIBLE TO THOROUGHLY SEARCH AREA BY SUBSTANTIAL FORCE OF MEN IN EFFORT TO LOCATE BODY OF UNSUB IF HE DID NOT MAKE A SUCCESSFUL BUMP.
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FILE (164-81)
SAC, SEATTLE
NORJAK
On 3/8/72 SA HENRY SHUTZ called from the Bureau and advised they had secured Army authorization in the utilization of troops for the purpose of conducting the search.
(164-81)
SAC, SEATTLE
NORJAK
On 3/8/72 SA HENRY SHUTZ called from the Bureau and advised they had secured Army authorization in the utilization of troops for the purpose of conducting the search.
He advised a teletype should be send to the Bureau today outlining the plan for this matter.
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
ASAC PAUL R. BIBLER NORJAK
called from Las Vegas. He said
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said She Washington area and received a call from wanting to know if she would grant permission for the Army and FBI to She said she had granted permission but she had been having second thoughts and she wanted us to please keep the
has telephone her.
Washington and if it is necessary to recontact
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DB Cooper-27095OFTKINAL FORM NO. to MAY THI EDITION CSA FPMR (41 CPR) 101-15.0 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT - Memorandum

TO	:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)	DATE:	3/9/72
FROM	:	ASAC PAUL R.
0 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT - Memorandum

TO	:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)	DATE:	3/9/72
FROM	:	ASAC PAUL R. BIBLER	Sul E.

SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Portland Sul S
SA THOMAS J. MANNING called He has made reservations at the Thunderbird Motel. for 20 people The rooms are $20 a night double, and since there is no tax, it will make it $10 a night for each agent. It is a very nice place with breakfast facilities, lounge, courtesy car from the airport to the motel, etc. The only thing he needs now is the names of Agents to occupy the space so that he can firm up the reservations.
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DB Cooper-270969
OFTICHLAL FOAM HO. 10 MAY INI FINTKY 1 ORA FPMR ( OR) N1-11.4
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum-

TO	:	SAC, SEATTLE	DATE:	3/6/72
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum-

TO	:	SAC, SEATTLE	DATE:	3/6/72
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FROM	:	SA THOMAS J. MANNING	Sul.

SUBJECT: NORJAK
CANVASS / area
The search area has been divided with 6 agents working specific sections. They will contact all individuals living on property in their assigned area, attempting to secure waiver from these people who have a propertyinterest. In event they find no one at home at any of the locations, they will make a proper notation on a wavier form, setting forth the description of the property, and will either go back to attempt to contact or as an alternative wait until the search starts and then contact the person prior to going on the lang.
If a person refuses to.execute a consent form, then we will advise them that we will get a search warrant and conduct a search on that basis.
If we find a company ownership listed for any of the property, whether it be state, local or U.
consent form, then we will advise them that we will get a search warrant and conduct a search on that basis.
If we find a company ownership listed for any of the property, whether it be state, local or U. S. Government, or private enterprise, we are not going to contact anyone at those locations since they will probably be workmen. If it is felt to be necessary to make contact with the company, or the state in these cases, we will take steps to contact headquarters of the various companies for the property wavier.
If the agents working on the securing of the waiver are in a town, and there are several of these towns in the search area, they will not go house to house in the town unless the house has a large amount of property on which it stands. The agents are staging at the Quay Motel in Vancouver and we will kepp you advised as to progress of the operation.
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DB Cooper-27097NRØ07 SE PLAIN 11:23PM NITEL 2/24/72 VAB TO DIRECTOR (164-2111) MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) FROM SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-) WEEKLY SUMMARY 2₽
NORJAK.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-27097NRØ07 SE PLAIN 11:23PM NITEL 2/24/72 VAB TO DIRECTOR (164-2111) MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) FROM SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-) WEEKLY SUMMARY 2₽
NORJAK.
RE SEATTLE WEEKLY SUMMARY FEBRUARY THREE LAST.
SACRAMENTO ADVISES SEVERAL FLIGHTS OVER DROP AREA MADE BY SR- SEVENTY ONE, HOWEVER, DUE TO WEATHER, PHOTOGRAPHING WAS IMPOSSIBLE. PLANS FOR PHOTOGRAPHING WITH SR-SEVENTYONE, DISCONTINUED, AS AIRCRAFT. COMMITTED FOR MILITARY MISSIONS.
ARRANGEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE WITH U.S. NAVY AT WHIDBEY ISLAND NAVAL AIRSTATION TO PHOTOGRAPH DROP AREA ON A GRATIS BASIS, AT FIRST OPPORTUNITY THAT WEATHER PERMITS.
INVESTIGATION AT PORTLAND CONCERNING TIE FOUND ON AIRCRAFT, DETERMINED IT IS TYPE OF TIE WHICH HAS NOT BEEN SOLD FOR SEVERAL END PAGE ONE
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YEARS. TIE IS BEING FORWARDED BY PORTLAND, TO LABORATORY FOR EXAM- INATION.
INVESTIGATION CONTINUES TO BE RECEIVED CONCERNING ADDITIONAL SUSPECTS AND THIS INFORMATION IS BEING PROMPTLY CHECKED OUT.
PLANNING FOR SEARCH OF DROP AREA CONTINUES, HOWEVER, PLANS AS YET, HAVE NOT BEEN FINALIZED.
INVESTIGATION CONTINUES TO BE RECEIVED CONCERNING ADDITIONAL SUSPECTS AND THIS INFORMATION IS BEING PROMPTLY CHECKED OUT.
PLANNING FOR SEARCH OF DROP AREA CONTINUES, HOWEVER, PLANS AS YET, HAVE NOT BEEN FINALIZED.
END
FBI MP ... BLB
CLR MEXZRTØ
DB Cooper-270992/18/72
FILE (164-81)
SAC, SEATTLE
NORJAK: On 2/18/72 Whidbey Island Naval f
Air Station, Oak Harbor, Washington, called and advised that they would photograph the jump area near La Center on the weekend of 2/19/72.
I gave him SA MANNING's phone numbers and arranged for him to arrange with MANNING for this photograph.
Should we have to contact his phone number at Whidbey is
If he is not available through that number, he may be contacted through ·
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DB Cooper-27100 Sub. E 164-81-2312 SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED ML FILED DR FEB 1 8 1972 FBI-SEATTLENR007 SE PLAIN
10:07 PM NITEL 2/17/72 DCA
TO
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
MINNEAPOLIS (164-73)
FROM
SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
1P
WEEKLY SUMMARY
NORJAK
SACRAMENTO ADVISES THAT THE AIR FORCE HAS FLOWN ITS SR DASH SEVEN ONE OVER THE DROP AREA IN SOUTHWESTERN WASHINGTON ON FIVE SEPARATE OCCASIONS, BUT NO PHOTOGRAPHS HAVE BEEN TAKEN.
164-81) (P)
1P
WEEKLY SUMMARY
NORJAK
SACRAMENTO ADVISES THAT THE AIR FORCE HAS FLOWN ITS SR DASH SEVEN ONE OVER THE DROP AREA IN SOUTHWESTERN WASHINGTON ON FIVE SEPARATE OCCASIONS, BUT NO PHOTOGRAPHS HAVE BEEN TAKEN. DUE TO THE ALTITUDE AT WHICH THE PLANE IS FLOWN, THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIND CONDITIONS WITHOUT SOME CLOUD COVER. NO SET SCHEDULE FOR THE NEXT FLIGHT HAS BEEN MADE BUT WILL BE FLOWN, WEATHER PERMITTING AND COMMITMENTS OF THE PLANE ALLOW. END DCW FBI WASH DC
DB Cooper-27101
Suc. 2 164-81-2283STANDARD FORM NO. 04
Ofice Memorandum
· UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
TO
: FILE (164-81)
DATE:
2/17/72
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE
NORJAK
SUBJECT:
Re Sacramento teletype 2/17/72, attached.
SUB- E. - 0 S
On 2/17/72 I called SAC REED at Butte, asked him to informally approach the Air Force at Mountain Home, Idaho, AFB, to see if they would be willing to do the photographic work on a training mission, no cost basis. If not, what the estimated cost would be.
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BUTTE
FROM SACRAMENTO (164-50) 2P
NORJAK.
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DB Cooper-27102DE FBI SE GA
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6:30 PM URGENT 2/17/72 VLS
To :
SEATTLE (164-81)
BUTTE
FROM SACRAMENTO (164-50) 2P
NORJAK. 00: SEATTLE.
Sul E. 0
RE SACRAMENTO TEL, FEB. TEN, LAST. SR-71 PHOTOGRAPHIC OVERFLIGHT USING SR-SEVENTY ONE AIRCRAFT PERFORMED BY BEALE AFB PERSONNEL FEB. FOUR AND ELEVEN, LAST, AND AGAIN TODAY. ON ALL THREE FLIGHTS, NO PHOTOS OBTAINED DUE TO LIMITED VISIBILITY FROM VERY HIGH ALTITUDE.
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FROM BEALE AFB, ADVISED EACH SUCH FLIGHT REQUIRES MINIMUM OF ONE WEEK ADVANCE CLEARANCE WITH FAA DUE TO SONIC BOOM PROBLEM, SPECIALIZED COMPUTER PROGRAMMING OF AIRCRAFT, FILING OF FLIGHT PLAN AND COMPLIANCE WITH. FAA REQUIREMENTS. ACCORDINGLY, WEATHER ON FLIGHT DATE CANNOT BE. ACCURATELY PREDICTED. HE STATED NO FUTURE FLIGHTS OVER SPECIFIC AREA WHERE HIJACKER THIS CASE POSSIBLY EXITED IN SOUTHER WASHINGTON ABLE TO BE PRESENTLY SCHEDULED SINCE SR- SEVENTY ONE OTHERWISE COMMITTED FOR MILITARY MISSIONS MONTHS. END PAGE ONE ON 3
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DB Cooper-27103STANDARD FORM NO. GL
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TO
: FILE (164-81)
DATE: 2/14/72
FROM : SAC, SEATTLE
Sul: E
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SUBJECT: NORJAK
On 2/11/72 I talked to SAC WILLIAMS in Sacramento about the Air Force photographing the area, where the hijacker is supposed to have landed. He advised that they endeavored to take the pictures on 2/4/72 and again on 2/11/72 but due to cloud cover were unable to obtain the photographs. They will continue their efforts in this regard.
He advised that the photograph when devebped will be about 25 ft. long and requires special equipment to read it. This is being done as a training mission at no cost to the Bureau.
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SAC, SEATTLE
a
NORJAK
On 2/11/72 Assistant Director IVAN CONRAD called from
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SAC, SEATTLE
a
NORJAK
On 2/11/72 Assistant Director IVAN CONRAD called from the Bureau, in response to an earlier call from me, at which time he advised that (1) the Bureau does not have any aerial photographic equipment; (2) they do have an agent with certain expertise in this but they are of the view that the military has the best equipment, He suggested that the military be polled to determine if they would take the aerial pictures and what it would cost us. In addition, in talking to them determine if it's possible for them to take the pictures and give the film to us for developing as a means of reducing the cost.
I told him that we had initially arranged for the Air Force to do it. Then when the Bureau came out with the airtel advising that we must get the cost estimate first and get Bureau approval before utilizing Air Force equipment that we discontinued this effort. However, I now find that the Air Force had scheduled to take this picture on 2/17/72.
I told him I would explore this further and be in touch with him.
However, I now find that the Air Force had scheduled to take this picture on 2/17/72.
I told him I would explore this further and be in touch with him.
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RE SEATTLE TEL, FEB. EIGHT, LAST. PHOTOGRAPHIC OVERFLIGHT BY USAF FROM BEALE AFB PERFORMED FEB. FOUR, LAST. HOWEVER, DUE TO CLOUD COVER, NO PHOTOGRAPHS TAKEN.

FLIGHT RESCHEDULED	FOR FEB.	SEVENTEEN,	NEXT.	SEATTLE WILL BE .
ADVISED OF RSULTS.
END
DCA
FBI SE CLR
2/17/72

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FLIGHT RESCHEDULED	FOR FEB.	SEVENTEEN,	NEXT.	SEATTLE WILL BE .
ADVISED OF RSULTS.
END
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2/17/72

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TO:	DIRECTOR, FDI (164-2111)
FROM:	SAC, URO	(164-169) (P)
NERJAR

Do tro airtel to Eurocu, dated 1/24/72.
Enclosed for the Eutreau and Seattle is one copy Ece cach of the February, 1972, issue of "Air Line Pilot," the monthly magazine of the Air Line Pilot's Association (AZPA).
in main fil only No Air Line Pilots Association"
En 2/10/72, enelesed magazines were received by tro from * ALPA, IS29 B Street, N.W., Washington, D. C. (Inc). Page 29 of the magazine contains information and composito photographs concoming captioned mottor.
Ao previously noted in ro atstol, this nogezino hoo a vorle vide etreulation of over 40,000.
UNSUD CONSIDERED DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-27108NR009 SE PLAIN 735 PM NITEL 2/8/72 VAB TO SACRAMENTO FROM SEATTLE (164-81) 1P
NOR JAK.
SACRAMENTO IS REQUESTED TO ADVISE SEATTLE THE STATUS OF THE PLANNED OVERFLIGHT OF THE AIR FORCE PLANE FROM BEALE AIR FORCE BASE. END
L CH FBI SACRAMENTO
DB Cooper-27109 Sub. 8 164-81-21922/4/72
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SA CHARLES E. FARRELL
NORJAK
RE:
SEARCH
SA THOMAS J. MANNING advised that in connection with the search of the suspected drop area of the hijacker, which was conducted between 11/25/71 and 12/4/71, the following Agents were involved. Where pertinent, appropriate FD-302s or inserts have been submitted.
SA THOMAS J. MANNING
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Date:
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Via TELETYPE
NITEL
(Priority)
TO :
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111) and SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-)
WEEKLY SUMMARY
NORJAK.
5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
2/3/72
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(Type in plaintext or code)
Via TELETYPE
NITEL
(Priority)
TO :
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111) and SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-)
WEEKLY SUMMARY
NORJAK.
SEATTLE'S FUTURE INVESTIGATION IS EXPECTED TO INVOLVE A DETAILED SEARCH OF THE SUSPECTED DROP AREA WHICH WILL BEGIN AT SUCH TIME AS THE WEATHER CONDITIONS PERMIT. TO FACILITATE THIS SEARCH, SEATTLE IS EXPLORING THE POSSIBILITY OF HAVING AN UP-TO-DATE AERIAL MAP MADE OF THE AREA WHICH COULD THEN BE USED FOR LAYING OUT THE SEARCH AREA. SEATTLE OFFICE WAS CONTACTED TODAY BY
NWA, MINNEAPOLIS, WHO REQUESTED HE BE ADVISED OF THE DISPOSITION OF THE PARACHUTES FOUND ON THE PLANE AT RENO, AS NWA HAS BEEN CONTACTED BY THE OWNER OF THE PARACHUTES FOR THEIR RETURN OR FOR PAYMENT BY NWA.
AUSA SEATTLE, ADVISED TODAY
THAT THE PARACHUTES SHOULD NOT BE RETURNED AT THIS TIME, NOTING THE IMPORTANCE OF THIS CASE. MINNEAPOLIS SHOULD CONTACT AND ADVISE OF THE ASA'S OPINION.
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January 28, 1972
SAC J. E. MILNES
NORJAK
On January 27, 1972, I called Department of Civil Defense,
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₣ Washington, and told him that I doubted we would be using the Boy Scouts in the search for the hijacker. I expressed our appreciation to him for his thoughtfulness in expressing the offer.
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5Laboratory Transmittal Form 7-72
LABORATORY
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION WASHINGTON, D. C. 20535
To:
SAC, Seattle (164-81)
Ro:
NORJAK
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John Edgar Hoover, Director
FBI Filo No.
164-2111
Lab. No.
D-720125010 LL

Examination roquested by:	Seattle
Reference:	Letter 1/21/72
Examination requested:	Document
Remarks:

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REPORT of the
LABORATORY
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION WASHINGTON, D. C. 20535
To:
SAC, Seattle (164-81)
Re:
NORJAK

Date:	January 27, 1972
FBI File No.	164-2111
Lab, No.	D-720125010 LL

Specimens received
1/24/72
K3
Two sheets of typewriter samples taken from Smith=
Corona Electric Portable
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Result of examination: The typewritten lettersreceived in this case bearing the typewritten name "D. B. Cooper" and the envelopes containing these letters have been designated Q28 through Q28, Q33 and Q34.
It was not determined whether the typewriting on Q23 through Q28, Q33 and Q34 was prepared on the typewriter used to prepare K3 because of a lack of significant defects; however, nothing of particular significance was noted in the comparison.
on Q23 through Q28, Q33 and Q34 was prepared on the typewriter used to prepare K3 because of a lack of significant defects; however, nothing of particular significance was noted in the comparison.
K3 was photographed and is returned herewith.
Subie. 164-81-2107
DB Cooper-271141/19/72
FILE (164-81)
SAC, SEATTLE
NORJAK
On 1/19/72 I talked to for the Civil Defense, regarding the search of the terrain near La Center, Washington.
He advises that if the Bureau approves this opera- tion, then we should contact the sheriff and the Civil Defense Director of Clark County to gain their assistance in using search and rescue units of that county.
In addition, we would have to assist them in locating housing for the Scouts on the nights of the 27th and 28th of January, to consist of grange halls, churches, schools or similar buillings, and in addition we would have to locate a headquarters area from which the search would start.
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FROM SEATTLE (164-81) 1P
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NORJAK.
DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER, AIR NATIONAL GAURD HELICOPTER FLIGHT WAS CANCELLED TODAY. PLANE WILL NEXT CONDUCT AN AERIAL SEARCH ON THE FIRST DAY OF FAVORABLE WEATHER. PACIFIC NORTHWEST IS EXPERIENCING HIGH WINDS AND CONSIDERABLE LOW CLOUDS.
SACRAMENTO ADVISED TODAY THAT BEALE AIR FORCE BASE, CALIFORNIA, ADVISED TODAY REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO FLY SPECIFIED CORRIDOR NORTH OF PORTLAND, OREGON, IN SR - SEVENTY-ONE HAS BEEN FILED WITH FAA. UPON RECEIPT OF REPLY FROM FAA AND CONSISTANT WITH MILITARY NEEDS FOR SR - SEVENTY-ONE AND WEATHER CONTINGENCIES, AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY WILL BE PERFORMED OVER PROBABLE BAIL-OUT AREA OF HIJACKER AS DESCRIBED BY.
UPON RECEIPT OF REPLY FROM FAA AND CONSISTANT WITH MILITARY NEEDS FOR SR - SEVENTY-ONE AND WEATHER CONTINGENCIES, AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY WILL BE PERFORMED OVER PROBABLE BAIL-OUT AREA OF HIJACKER AS DESCRIBED BY. NORTHWEST AIRLINES PERSONNEL.
CONSIDER UNSUB ARMED AND DANGEROUS. END
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Date
1-14-72
To: SAC, Albany
Prom:
Director, FBI
PERSONAL ATTENTION
UTILIZATION OF MILITARY AIRCRAFT IN BUREAU CASES
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In connection with a recent aircraft hijacking, inquiries were made concerning the use of military aircraft to assist in a search. The question of reimbursement was raised. This matter has been discussed with the Department of Defense (DOD) .
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Advice has been received from DOD that military air- craft may be utilized for non-DOD purposes only when: (1) their movement is pursuant to an emergency involving imminent loss of life; (2)' is specifically authorized by statute; (3) is in direct support of the military mission; or (4) is certified by the head of a Federal department or agency to be in the national interest and commercial transportation is not available.
statute; (3) is in direct support of the military mission; or (4) is certified by the head of a Federal department or agency to be in the national interest and commercial transportation is not available. This is set forth 'in Department of Defense Directive #4500.9, dated November 29, 1971.
According. to' DOD, Section 686 of Title 31, U. S. Code, requires in every instance the DOD be reimbursed for the total costs involved in the utilization by any other Federal agency of any aircraft or equipment made available to such agency for use in connection with its own investigation. The Department of Defense further advised should any requirements in connection with our investigations develop which come within the above guidelines, DOD will consider them on a case-by-case basis.
DOD furnished the hourly rates for the most commonly : used aircraft. These rates are set forth as follows:
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For the assistance of Sacramento in conducting investigation of NORJAK, there are enclosed FD-302s reflecting interviews with the stewardess with the hijacker; stewardess
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by the hijacker and interview with two crew members.
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Enclosed are a memo and a revised map of the probable drop area as prepared by Northwest Airlines. These were prepared after an experimental flight conducted by Northwest Airlines on 1/6/72 and the calculations are based on a refined radar map provided by the Air Force.
These were prepared after an experimental flight conducted by Northwest Airlines on 1/6/72 and the calculations are based on a refined radar map provided by the Air Force. 2- Portland (Encl 2) 2 - Seattle CEF : kib (4),
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FROM SEATTLE (164-81) (P) 2P DAILY TELETYPE
NORJAK .
TWO FOUR-MAN HELICOPTERS OF THE AIR NATIONAL GUARD, PORTLAND, OREGON, WITH TWO BUREAU AGENTS AS OBSERVERS, WERE UTILIZED TODAY AND FLEW FROM POINT A TO POINT B ON THE REVISED MAP OF THE DROP AREA SUPPLIED BY NORTHWEST AIRLINES. THEY ALSO COVERED THE ENTIRE AREA SOUTH FROM LINE A-B TO THE SOUTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE POSSIBLE DROP AREA WITH NEGATIVE RESULTS.
IT APPEARS THAT THE TERRITORY IN THE GENERAL AREA OF LINE A-B IS VIRGIN TIMBER AND COULD BE SEARCHED ON FOOT.
THE SAME HELICOPTERS WHICH WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL MONDAY WILL ON THAT DAY, WEATHER PERMITTING, SEARCH THE AREA NORTH OF LINE A-B.
BUREAU PERSONNEL TODAY ARE DRIVING THE AREA BY BUREAU CAR TO DETERMINE ROADS AVAILABLE WHICH WILL FACILITATE THE
BUREAU PERSONNEL TODAY ARE DRIVING THE AREA BY BUREAU CAR TO DETERMINE ROADS AVAILABLE WHICH WILL FACILITATE THE FUTURE SEARCH ON FOOT.
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HONOLULU, NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR, SEVENTYONE, ADVISED HE HAS BEEN ACQUAINTED WITH SUSPECT OVER FOUR YEARS AND IDENTIFIED PHOTO AS THE INDIVIDUAL WHO WAS ON THE FLIGHT WITH HIM TO HONOLULU NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR SEVENTYONE, RETURNING TO SEATTLE NOVEMBER TWENTYSIX, SEVENTYONE.
WILL BE INTERVIEWED PER BUREAU INSTRUCTIONS MONDAY, JANUARY SEVENTEEN, SEVENTTWO. ADVISED THAT NO OTHER PERSON FLEW IN PLACE ON THE ABOVE MENTIONED FLIGHTS.
FOR BUREAU ASSISTANCE, COPY OF REVISED MAP OF DROP AREA PREPARED BY NORTHWEST AIRLINES , AND THEIR MEMO, BEING FURNISHED BY FACIMILE TODAY. END RECD 08 009 DCW FBI WASH DC
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
ASAC PAUL R. BIBLER
NORJAK
On 1/12/72 I called ASAC ROSACK at Sacramento.
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
ASAC PAUL R. BIBLER
NORJAK
On 1/12/72 I called ASAC ROSACK at Sacramento. I told him we were temporarily stimied in our search of the area as to where the hijacker could have possibly jumped pending decisions from them as to whether the photo reconnaissance plane was going to photograph the area and read the photos for us before we tried to do a foot search.
After checking he said they were going to do it; they had the map of the area and the first good day when the light was right, they would do it. It would not take long after that that the photos could be studied and analysed, (he thought it would be only a few days that we would have the results.) We will be advised.
I called the Bureau and talked to HENRY SHUTZ. I told him that the SAC had wanted him to know the reason we had not come in with a request in connection with a terrain search of the suspect drop area, was that we felt it would be well to have an aerial reconnaissance. I furnished him the information set out above.
I told him that the SAC had wanted him to know the reason we had not come in with a request in connection with a terrain search of the suspect drop area, was that we felt it would be well to have an aerial reconnaissance. I furnished him the information set out above. He said that he understood and that it was no problem insofar as he was concerned.
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SA CHARLES E. FARRELL
NORJAK
Re : SEARCH AREA
On 1/10/72 after having received the new plotting of the search area, prepared by !
the writer telephonically contacted at Northwest Airlines, Minneapolis.
advised that his computations based on the results of the experimental flight on 1/6/72, coupled with updated information furnished by of the U.S. Air Force at McChord AFB, he had prepared a revised plotting of the course of the aircraft as well as a probable jump area.
1-9-72
A memo prepared by as well as a map which he also had prepared, had been received and during the telephone conversation advised that in his judgment, the best possible spot to search for the subject would be at Point A and proceeding from there to Point B on the map.
as a map which he also had prepared, had been received and during the telephone conversation advised that in his judgment, the best possible spot to search for the subject would be at Point A and proceeding from there to Point B on the map. memo adequately explains the lines drawn on the map and are therefore not further being explained.
said he feels that the hijacker is more apt to be found south of line A & B than north of the line and more apt to be in the western part of the possible area than in the eastern part.
As a result of talking with the writer drew arc's emanating from Point A down to a point on line G thru K. The arc's were extended along the lines A-B and down to the same aforementioned line G-K. It was his feeling that this would be the most fruitful area.
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The next choice would be a continuation of the arc's to the north of line A-B also to line G thru K. 164-81-1899
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Transmit attached by Facsimile - PLAINTEXT
To:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
From:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
Subject:
NORJAK
Priority
URGENT
SUB- E
Date:
1/13/72

Time: Transmitted 9:25cm	web
Received - LJQ

 Fingerprint Photo Fingerprint Record Map Newspaper clipping Photograph Artists Conception from 1/9/72
Other (1) map and (1) two page memo
NWA, dated (6 min) (4 min)
SAME AS SER
164-81-1853
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Special handling instructions:
Sub. 2
Approved
164-81-1896
DB Cooper-27137OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 102 EDITION CSA FPMR (( CFR) 101-11.4 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE
(164-81)
DATE:
1/11/72
FROM
:
SA ROBERT H.
10 MAY 102 EDITION CSA FPMR (( CFR) 101-11.4 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE
(164-81)
DATE:
1/11/72
FROM
:
SA ROBERT H. WICK
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
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On January 11, 1972, Department of Natural Resources, Olympia, Washington, made available ? about 40 aerial photographs covering that area outlined on the LaCenter quadrangle. These photographs were taken in 1968 and are in scale of 1" equals 1,000'. These prints cost $1.50 each and a bill of about $60.00 will be submitted to the SAC, Seattle.
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also provided, at no charge several maps of the same scale concerning this area; an index to the photographs so the relationship between the maps and the photographs can be determined. He suggested if any stereo map reading is desired, contact should be made with the
, Battleground, Washington, since he has the complete set of maps for the area and has personnel who can read the aerial photos.
The maps and other material were furnished to SA for transport to Longview RA on this date. A. copy of this memo also was sent with SA .
The maps and other material were furnished to SA for transport to Longview RA on this date. A. copy of this memo also was sent with SA .
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DB Cooper-27138NR007 SE PLAIN 11:04 PM NITEL 1/12/72 DCA
TO
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
MINNEAPOLIS (164-73)
FROM SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-)
1P
DAILY TELETYPE
NORJAK.
SACRAMENTO ADVISES THAT THE REVISED MAP OF THE DROP AREA HAS BEEN FURNISHED TO THE AIR FORCE. DEPENDING UPON WEATHER CONDITIONS OVER THE AREA, THE SR SEVENTYONE WILL MAP THE AREA AND STUDY THE FILM IN NEAR FUTURE.
SEATTLE HAS ELIMINATED ADDITIONAL SUSPECTS.
SUSPECT
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PRESENTLY
WILL BE AVAILABLE AT SEATTLE JANUARY SEVENTEEN NEXT. WITNESSES HAVE SAID HE IS NOT IDENTICAL OR SIMILAR IN APPEARANCE AFTER VIEWING PHOTOGRAPH.
SUSPECT
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PRESENTLY
WILL BE AVAILABLE AT SEATTLE JANUARY SEVENTEEN NEXT. WITNESSES HAVE SAID HE IS NOT IDENTICAL OR SIMILAR IN APPEARANCE AFTER VIEWING PHOTOGRAPH.
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BER TWENTYFOUR, SEVENTYONE, WILL BE IN SEATTLE, JANUARY THIRTEEN, AT WHICH TIME HE WILL BE INTERVIEWED. END FBI MP BLB. CLR
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NRØ15 SE PLAIN 833 PM NITEL 1/11/72 FEE TO DIRECTOR (164-2111) FROM SEATTLE (164-81) 1P
-- DAILY TELETYPE- NORJAK .
SEATTLE IS IN THE PROCESS OF OBTAINING THE BEST AVAILABLE DETAILED MAP COVERING THE NEW SEARCH AREA AND IS MAKING PLANS FOR A SEARCH OF THE NEW AREA. INFORMATION IS BEING GATHERED AS TO THE COSTS OF A SEARCH TO BE MADE BY HELICOPTER OF THE ENTIRE AREA PRIOR TO LAUNCHING A GROUND SEARCH. LIST OF EQUIPMENT NECESSARY FOR SEARCH WHICH PROBABLY WILL BE CONDUCTED UNDER ADVERSE WEATHER AND TERRAIN CONDITIONS, IS BEING PREPARED.
BUREAU AUTHORITY WILL BE REQUESTED FOR EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS AT SUCH TIME AS COST FIGURES ARE AVAILABLE. END
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DB Cooper-27140Suggested items for search
Compass for each man involved in the search - can probably be
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DB Cooper-27140Suggested items for search
Compass for each man involved in the search - can probably be seucred on loan basis at Ft. Lewis.
Rain gear consisting of hooded jacket and rain pants for each man - can probably be secured from Ft. Lewis on loan for each man on search. If not available there can be secured from US Navy at Bremerton.
Rations - K and C rations with heat elements p can be secured at cost or possibly free of charge from Ft. Lewis.
Field packs - it is felt each man involved in search should have at least one half of the regular field pack to carry rations, and other essential items. Can probably be borrowed from Ft. Lewis.
Each man on search should have a handi talki radio in order to insure proper communications and to assist in event individual becomes ' lost in wooded area.
Squad whistle for each man in search party in order to facilitate in locating others in party and in event searchers become lost or isolated. Can be secured from Ft. "ewis, or purchased commercially.
Squad whistle for each man in search party in order to facilitate in locating others in party and in event searchers become lost or isolated. Can be secured from Ft. "ewis, or purchased commercially.
Base radio capable of reaching all handi takki units to be set up in trailer base camp.
Each searcher to carry two cans of pressurized paint to slightly mark their paths on trees to insure full coverage of designated search area. Can be purchased commercially or through a paint surplus house in Seattle.
Each searcher to carry supply of evidence tape in event package of money found - procedure will be to leave in original position until another agent can arrive at scene to witness finding and bundling as evidence. Area in which evidence found is to be properly marked for later survey to pin point location of find.
One 50 foot length of rope for each two agents involved in the search. Can probably be secured from Ft. Lewis.
5 grappling hooks to be used with rope (or possibly with rope) attached) to be used for scaling cliff areas.
1 flare gun and box of red, green and white flares - probably can be secured at Ft.
5 grappling hooks to be used with rope (or possibly with rope) attached) to be used for scaling cliff areas.
1 flare gun and box of red, green and white flares - probably can be secured at Ft. Lewis.
5 Mile ray Lamps with replacement batteries
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COP ED BOURDAGE, Kalama, PD advised will make his 20 foot boat available at any time for water search in Merwin, Yale or Swift Lakes.
He has an enclosed boat, sleeps 4 and has a head - 100 HP inboard plus a 6 horse kicker.
Above for general. information in event we find we need a boat immediately.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY INIZ EDITION GSA GEN. REG. NO. 27 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
FROM : SA THOMAS J. MANNING
SUBJECT: NORJAK
DATE: 1/11/72 Sub. 2
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Based upon mans received this date at Longview RA pin pointing a search area where the hi jacker could have landed and anticipating a walking search to be conducted in the near future in
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Based upon mans received this date at Longview RA pin pointing a search area where the hi jacker could have landed and anticipating a walking search to be conducted in the near future in extremely wooded and somewhat hazardous terrain the following suggestions are being made .
Once the search date is fixed thismatter be made a Special with the four California offices, Portland and Seattle to furnish four or five agents to participate in the search on a volunteer basis. The voluntary aspect is being emphasized in view of the terrain to be searched and the uncomfortable conditions which will undoubtedly be experienced by the searching personnel.
It is recommended that volunteers be sought from individuals who have some, and preferably extensive, experience in the use of a compass and hiking and camping experience and who are physically qualified to spend a period of time in a densely wooded area on what is essentially a problem similar to a military field exercise.
It is further recommended that the agent personnel assigned be cognizant of the fact that once the operation starts they will be required to remain overnight in their assigned searching areas rather than
further recommended that the agent personnel assigned be cognizant of the fact that once the operation starts they will be required to remain overnight in their assigned searching areas rather than retracing areas covered to go to and from a base camp.
A list of recommended items to be secured for logistic support of this special is being prepared by the writer the majority of which can be secured from the Army or the Navy at little or no cost to the Bureau ..
Aerial photographs of the search area as set forth by the map of plus terrain maps are presently being secured in order that the search area may be properly divided for maximum coverage by searching agents.
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It is also recommadded that this search be a completely Bureau operation involving no outside agencies so as to limit the amount of publicity which is generated.
It is felt that the prime and secondary search areas, while in rough terrain, can be adequately searched by a small, select group of dedicated personnel who are doing it voluntarily and the search will either find the hijacker or lead to the conclusion that the area pinpointed by all available technical data has been completely combed for traces of the
a small, select group of dedicated personnel who are doing it voluntarily and the search will either find the hijacker or lead to the conclusion that the area pinpointed by all available technical data has been completely combed for traces of the subject.
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DB Cooper-27146 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA GEN. REG. NO. 27 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
0010-106-03
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164.81) (P)
DATE:
1/11/72
FROM
: SA THOMAS J. MANNING
SUBJECT: NORJAK
On 1/11/72 SA WICK, Olympia RA, was furnished with a copy of the map supplied by and contact was made with the Department of Natural resources, Olympia. It was determined that the entire area outlined by was the subject of an aerial survey in 1968. Approximately 30 photographs give complete coverage of the area in question and are sold at $1.25 per photo. Further SA WICK is securing, in addition to the photos, detailed maps made from the photos which can be used in conjunction with the photos for complete familiarization with the search area as it existed in 1968. It was pointed out by the Bureau of Natural Resources that there should be no major radical changes in the area since the last fly over.
It was pointed out by the Bureau of Natural Resources that there should be no major radical changes in the area since the last fly over. SA WICK was advised to purchase the photographs and it is felt the expenditure of the money for the photos and maps will not exceed $50 and in view of the magnitude and importance of the search is a legitimate expenditure of Bureau funds.
The above mentioned maps are being sent to the Longview RA this date.
In the event it is deemed advisable to make a fly over the prime search area set out by for a general view of Washington,
the terrain prior to a ground search at Longview,
and extremely familiar with the area of the search, is available on an hourly or daily rental basis. It is felt that such a fly over would be advantageous for general layout information on the area and the cost of such service would not exceed $50 per hour which sum could probably be negotiated to a lower amount on a daily basis.
Facilities are available at the Longview Post Office for mounting the photographs and maps in proper sequence to enable personnel to be properly briefed on general terrain features and
Facilities are available at the Longview Post Office for mounting the photographs and maps in proper sequence to enable personnel to be properly briefed on general terrain features and prime search area and the civil service examining room can be made available for such briefing. 164-81.1855
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It is to be noted that in the event interpretation of the above mentioned photographs in stereo is necessary personnel at the Battleground District office of the Department of Natural Resources are available with sufficient mhoto copies to perform this task.
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-31)
SA CHARLES E. FARRELL NORJAK
Re: SEARCH
U.S. AIR FORCE SR-71 AIRCRAFT
The Sacramento Division in a teletype dated 12/3/71 (Ser. 550) advised that Beale AFB, California, had offered, free of charge to the Bureau, use of an SR-71 aircraft to photograph terrain over which the hijacked airplane had flown on its trip to Reno.
This aircraft was described as an extremely sophisticated aerial reconnaissance plane which would photograph a strip 20 miles wide with photographic resolution of detecting objects on the ground 2 feet square.
This aircraft was described as an extremely sophisticated aerial reconnaissance plane which would photograph a strip 20 miles wide with photographic resolution of detecting objects on the ground 2 feet square. The film strip would then be reviewed by trained and qualified U.S. Air Force personnel.
Due to weather conditions along the route, being inclement at times, the flight never was made.
On 1/10/72 the writer contacted SAC JOHN WILLIAMS, Sacramento, and explained the results of the experiment on 1/6/72. Mr. WILLIAMS was requested to have the Air Force contacted to see if the flight could be made only over the State of Washington and perhaps from the Columbia River to a point some 30 miles north. He was also asked if the Air Force could advise what we could expect of such an over flight in the way of information which would be helpful in the search of this terrain.
In response to the above call, SA who has been handling the hijacking case at Sacramento, advised he had contacted Beale AFB and made the request for the over flight and that he would attempt to determine if it could be made, noting that weather conditions still are effective.
to the above call, SA who has been handling the hijacking case at Sacramento, advised he had contacted Beale AFB and made the request for the over flight and that he would attempt to determine if it could be made, noting that weather conditions still are effective. Sub. 2 164-81-1853
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Copies of the revised map of the area to be searched were forwarded the night of 1/10/72 to Sacramento. SEARCHED
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DIRECTOR, FBI (1.64-2111)
January 10, 1972
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
NORJAK'
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There is being sent under separate cover a copy of a film taken by the U. S. Air Force cameraman from a chase plane adjacent to the Northwest Boeing 727 during the simulated flight made on January 6, 1972 to determine the reactions-of the airplane to the dropping of approximately 235 pounds from the rear steps in the same manner which is believed to have been used by the hijacker.
A review of the film, shows the normal flight, together with a dopression of the stairway as the load descends on the steps.
The Buroau is requested, if it desires, to review the film and then return it to the Seattle Office, it being the original copy.
The Buroau is requested, if it desires, to review the film and then return it to the Seattle Office, it being the original copy. A copy has been made of the film for the U. S. Air Force per their request, and Northwest Airlines for its review.
There are also enclosed in the same package sequential black and white still photos showing the dopression of the rear stairway by the addition of the sled and the reaction of the stairway to the actual departure of the sled, it being noted that the stairway immediately returned to a hoar closed position when the weight was taken from it. 2
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TO : DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DAILY TELETYPE NORJAK.
BASED ON INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE AND THE RESULTS OF THE FLIGHT BY NORTHWEST AIRLINES ON JANUARY SIX, SEVENTYTWO,
NORTHWEST AIRLINES, HAS NOW REDEFINED
BASED ON INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE AND THE RESULTS OF THE FLIGHT BY NORTHWEST AIRLINES ON JANUARY SIX, SEVENTYTWO,
NORTHWEST AIRLINES, HAS NOW REDEFINED THE POSSIBLE DROP AREA OF THE HIJACKER WHICH IS LOCATED IN THE UPPER PART OF CLARK COUNTY, WASHINGTON, AND THE LOWER PART OF COWLITZ COUNTY, WASHINGTON. X
THE SACRAMENTO DIVISION HAS BEEN REQUESTED TO CONTACT THE APPROPRIATE OFFICIALS AT BEALE AIR FORCE BASE CALIFORNIA, TO DETERMINE IF THE SR SEVENTYONE RECONNAISSANCE PLANE, WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OFFERED BY THE AIR FORCE, WOULD BE AVAILABLE TO PHOTOGRAPH THE NEWLY DEFINED AREA WHICH IS NOW LIMITED TO A SECTION NORTH OF THE COLUMBIA RIVER SOME THIRTY MILES.
THE BUREAU WILL BE KEPT ADVISED.
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NOR JAK.
RE: SEATTLE TEL TO THE BUREAU DECEMBER TWENTYEIGHT, LAST. FOR THE INFORMATION OF SPRINGFIELD, ARRANGEMENTS ARE BEING MADE TO HAVE VOLUNTARY AIR FORCE PERSONNEL PARACHUTE FROM THE IDENTICAL PLANE INVOLVED
FOR THE INFORMATION OF SPRINGFIELD, ARRANGEMENTS ARE BEING MADE TO HAVE VOLUNTARY AIR FORCE PERSONNEL PARACHUTE FROM THE IDENTICAL PLANE INVOLVED IN THIS CASE. ARRANGEMENTS INVOLVE AIR FORCE AND NORTHWEST AIRLINES AND JUMPS WILL BE MADE AT AN AIR FORCE TRAINING AREA NEAR MOSES LAKE, WASHINGTON. PURPOSE OF THIS EXPERIMENT IS TO PINPOINT THE TIME WHEN UNSUB ACTUALLY LEFT THE AIRCRAFT AND WHE- THER THIS WAS CAUSE OF OSCILLATION AND CABIN PRESSURE CHANGE EX- PERIENCED BY CREW.
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AIRFORCE PERSONNEL AT MC CHORD AIR FORCE BASE ARE READILY A- · VAILABLE AND COOPERATIVE AND TWO INDIVIDUALS HAVE VOLUNTEERED TO PARACHUTE FROM PLANE. HOWEVER, AUTHORITY FROM HEADQUARTERS MILI- TARY AIR LIFT COMMAND, SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, IS NEEDED PRIOR TO AIR FORCE PARTICIPATION. MESSAGE REQUESTING INFORMATION WAS SENT THIS DATE TO SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE BY PERSONNEL AT MC CHORD, HOWEVER, THEY DO NOT EXPECT REPLY UNTIL WEEK OF JANUARY THREE, NEXT. APRINGFIELD, THROUGH LIAISON IS REQUESTED TO CONTACT IN EFFORT TO EXPEDITE THIS MATTER.
AIR FORCE BASE BY PERSONNEL AT MC CHORD, HOWEVER, THEY DO NOT EXPECT REPLY UNTIL WEEK OF JANUARY THREE, NEXT. APRINGFIELD, THROUGH LIAISON IS REQUESTED TO CONTACT IN EFFORT TO EXPEDITE THIS MATTER.
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DB Cooper-27155OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1942 EDITION CSA FPMA (1) CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum

TO :	FILE (164-81)	DATE:	12/23/71
FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE	SUB-	AA.
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SUBJECT:	NORJAK	E

At 8:55 AM, 12/23/71, SAC HELD called from Minneapolis. He advised he had been talking to Mr. NYROP and that arrangements were made for the same 727 to be avail- able to make the simulated flight on 12/27/71.
He suggested that agents actually ride on the plane. Ile advised that Mr. NYROP had told them he did not want a man to actually make the parachute jump but that we could simulate the conditions by dropping a package
NYROP had told them he did not want a man to actually make the parachute jump but that we could simulate the conditions by dropping a package of similar weight.
Thereafter
Northwest Airlines, caled and advised that he was going to come to Seattle.on the evening of 12/26/71 and would be at the Sea-Tac Motor Inn at 8:00 AM on 12/27/71. I told him we would bring all of the maps and material that we had which has a bearing on this so that we can decide how the flight will take place.
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He advised that the airplane would be avail- able for the flight around 4:30 PM. He asked that we make the arrangements for the dummy and the actual drop itself. He will make all the arrangements for the airplane.
told me, contrary to our earlier belief, that the crew told him that they could see the lights of Portland and other distinctive lights in that area, so given knowledge of the specific area the hijacker could very easily have made a jump to a specific location.
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DB Cooper-27156PO-38 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 12/15/71
Transmit the following in
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(Type in plaintext or code) AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUB - Q
FROM:
SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60)(P)
SUBJEÇİ:
NORJAK
BUFILE 164-2111
00: Seattle
Re Las Vegas airtel to Seattle dated 12/3/71, and Seattle airtel to Las Vegas dated 12/8/71. SUB- D Enclosed herewith for Seattle are two copies of FD-302 interview of two copies of interview of . 11/24/7), and two copies SUB-5 G
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of FD-302 interview of on 11/24/71, all of should have been enclosed with referenced Las Vegas airtel.
In addition, enclosed are two copies of FD-302 search of Boeing Aircraft on 11/24/71, by Las Vegas Agents and also interview d on 12/2/71, for completion 2 of Seattle files. pris
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Investigation continuing Las Vegas SUB - F.
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U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE : 1902 O + 348-090 (11)DERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Dato 11/26/71
On this date, the below listed individuals examined a Boeing Aircraft, Type 727, which belongs to Northwest Orient Airlines, and which had been utilized as their flight number 305 on that date. This examination took place at 11:25 P.M. at the Municipal Airport in Reno, Nevada.
Prior to the initiation of this search, information had been furnished to the below agents by a member of the crew who had flown this airplane into the Reno airport to the effect that the unknown subject involved in the hi-jacking of this airplane had been seated in the rear right-hand window seat of this plane.
Upon boarding this aircraft, it was determined that the rear row of seats on this airplane were numbered 18, and the right window
Upon boarding this aircraft, it was determined that the rear row of seats on this airplane were numbered 18, and the right window seat was designated 18F. On the seat numbered 18E a black clip-on tie was observed. This black tie contained a tie clasp, yellow gold in color. with a white pearl circular stone in the center. The label on this tie indicated it to be a "Towncraft" tie and bore the store name of Penneys Number 3. It further bore a label showing it to be a "Snapper" patent type tie. On the floor directly in front of seat number 18D, the exterior canvas cover for a chest type parachute was observed "along with the handle utilized for releasing this parachute. The label on this canvas covering indicated it to be Pack Part Number 4511876B and indicated the date of manufacture to have been October, (year illegible). The flap on this canvas exterior contained a sewn on white label with the notation SSS # 5 and COSS. This flap had also been stenciled with the name JOHNSON.
An opened parachute which apparently had been removed from the canvas parachute cover described above was found spread out over seats 17C
An opened parachute which apparently had been removed from the canvas parachute cover described above was found spread out over seats 17C and 17B. This parachute was of a pink-orange color.
On seat 18B, an unopened back type parachute was observed. A card in the pocket of this parachute reflected it to be a Conacol type parachute, number 60-9707 and made by the Pioneer Parachute Company. This card indicated it was last inspected on May 21, 1971.
On 11/24/71 at Reno, Nevada
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A search throughout the entire airplane did not reflect any additional items of an evidenciary nature.
DB Cooper-27159OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1042 EDITION GSA FPMR (0) CFA) 301-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum

TO	:	FILE (164-81)	DATE:
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum

TO	:	FILE (164-81)	DATE:	12/21/71
FROM	:	SAC, SEATTLE	SUB -
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E. F.
SUBJECT:	NORJAK	W.

On 12/20/71 I talked to SAC HELD in Minneapolis. I told him that we had made extensive efforts to search the area where the hijacker is believed to have jumped, without discovering any evidence of his whereabouts or identity. :
3 The Northwest Airlines people here have advised that they would be glad to simulate his flight, having a man jump to see whether the crew experienced the same reaction as recorded on the initial flight, and if the flight recorder records the same movement of the plane. If it did not, then it would appear that there was little use searching in the area we were searching in. If it did have the same reaction, then we would have to search an area approximately 2} miles by 6 miles of virgin timber.
If it did have the same reaction, then we would have to search an area approximately 2} miles by 6 miles of virgin timber.
I told SAC HELD I thought it would be well if possible to have the same airplane used with the same crew but I did not see any reason for them to actually jump in the same area since it would be too dangerous and we may lose the jumper, but I did think it would be a good idea to simulate it in an area where the jumper could be recovered.
He advised he had talked to Mr. NYROP about this and that he had instructed that the crew and plane be put together for this purpose as soon as possible.
I inquired of him the status of their proposed offer of a reward and he advised Mr. NYROP had told him that the Seattle P-I Secret Witness Program had announced a $5,000 reward, which was true, and that he would give . consideration to making another $5,000 offer for information furnished to Northwest Airlines or the FBI, furnishing the identity of the hijacker and evidence to assist in his conviction.
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consideration to making another $5,000 offer for information furnished to Northwest Airlines or the FBI, furnishing the identity of the hijacker and evidence to assist in his conviction.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION OSA GEN, REG. NO. 27 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: . 12/4/71
FROM
:
SRA THOMAS J. MANNING
(Longview RA}
SUBJECT:
UNSUB;
Northwest Airlines Flight 305
Portland to Seattle, 11/24/71
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
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An extensive search in captioned case was initiated on November 25, 1971 Which was contin ued under sometimes extremely adverse and uncomfortable physical conditions until December 3, 1971, Long hours were the normal thing anda full Saturday and Sunday of work took place on November 27 and 28, 1971. An extensive ground search was conducted on December 2, 1971 in extremely wet, hazardous and uncomfortable conditions.
An extensive ground search was conducted on December 2, 1971 in extremely wet, hazardous and uncomfortable conditions.
I feel that the efforts of the below Listed Special Agents who were involved in the above activity were noteworthy in that their accomplishments were extremely productive in running down current information in a professional, well organized and competent manner. Their attention to detail and desire to accomplish as much as possible in the shortest time reflects most favorably on them as Bureau agents. The writer wishes to commend each of the agents listed below for a job well done:
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DB Cooper-27161SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
12/17/71
SA DONALD J. STEELE
NORJAK
RE: AVAILABILITY OF HELICOPTER FOR SEARCH PURPOSES BY THE FBI
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RE: AVAILABILITY OF HELICOPTER FOR SEARCH PURPOSES BY THE FBI
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Spanaway, Washington, office telephone residence telephone
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He was advised the FBI was using Government equipment in the search but his offer would be made a matter of record in theoffice.
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DB Cooper-27162FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 12/16/71
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(Priority) SUB- E F
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Re Seattle airtel to Minneapolis dated 12/10/71.
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FBI Date: 12/16/71
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TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Re Seattle airtel to Minneapolis dated 12/10/71.
Enclosed herewith for Seattle are FD-302's
reflecting interviews with
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DB Cooper-27163FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date.
December 15, 1971
Northwest Airlines, Inc., advised that arter reviewing his notes and technical records concerning the operation of Northwest Airlines Flight 305 on November 24, 1971, he had drawn the following conclusions concerning the possible vicinity where the hijacker bailed out of the air- craft and the possible aret in which he landed. furnished a map with an overlay of the hijacker's landing are4.
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concerning the possible vicinity where the hijacker bailed out of the air- craft and the possible aret in which he landed. furnished a map with an overlay of the hijacker's landing are4.
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DB Cooper-27164-1 Line G-I-K-M represents the airplane's flight path as it approached the Portland (PDX) VOR.
2. The cabin pressure "bump" occurred at 0410 GMT, the time being re- corded by the NWA Flight Operations Office (NWAFO) in Minneapolis. It is a virtual certainty that the pressure "bump" marks the time that the high-jacker (hJ) left the airplane. The airplane was at Point A at that time, thus the HJ's body would land at Point Ą if lis' 'chutes did not open (unlikely).
3. If it is assumed that the HJ was a highly expert parachutist; and would thus free-fall as far as practicable to insure the best accur- acy, of lis touchdown point, he would land slightly to the NE
If it is assumed that the HJ was a highly expert parachutist; and would thus free-fall as far as practicable to insure the best accur- acy, of lis touchdown point, he would land slightly to the NE of Point A. due to his drifting with the wind from the point of 'chute opening.
If the HJ opened his 'chute as soon as he left the airplane, he would drift along the line A-B and would touch down at 1. All " lines parallel to' A-B are lines along which the HJ would. drift if he opened his 'chute relatively early.
5. The parallelogram indicated by C-D-F-E represents the boundaries of the probable touchdown area adjusted for possible tine errors and for the above described wind drift; It is probably the most fruitful search area.
6. The earliest the HJ could have jumped is 0406, and this point is. represented by Point G.
7. The crew believes the pressure "bump" occurred at 0410, but in any even are certain it occurred before 0415. If the HI, jumped at 0406 (unlikely) he would land on or near line G-H. : If he jumped at 0415 he would land on or near. line MN.
8. Based on the above explanation of Figure 1, and on all the assump- tions based in its: preparation, the following are pertinent:
Based on the above explanation of Figure 1, and on all the assump- tions based in its: preparation, the following are pertinent:
a. The most likely landing'point for the HJ is at, or slightly NE of Point A.
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This document contains nelther recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It Is the property of the FBI and Is looned lo your agency: It and His contents are not to be distributed
It Is the property of the FBI and Is looned lo your agency: It and His contents are not to be distributed outside your agancy.
DB Cooper-27167The attached information was taken primarily from manually recorded notes during communications con- nected with the high- jacking of Northwest Airlines Flight 305, November 24/25, 1971.
The primary method of communication with the flight was direct between MSPFO (Flight Operations ) and SEADD (Flight Dispatch), the flight, SEAl and SFO ARING, RNO Tower.
Due to the inability to copy everything exactly -“ and as rapidly -- as it occurred, there may be some errors in the following. It is not believed that they are likely to be large or significant.
The following also includes additional informa - tion that developed during the incident that appeared relevant.
11/25/71
DB Cooper-27168HIGE-JACKING, NWA FLIGHT 305, NOVEMBER 24/25, 1971 -1- 7
The following information from various sources, pr arily the radio. and 'phone-patch communications between the MSP Flight Operations Office, "Eagle" line and the flight crew.
and 'phone-patch communications between the MSP Flight Operations Office, "Eagle" line and the flight crew.
Time (CST)*
-1658 Flight OFF PDX. . High-jacker (HJ) apparently made his demands known shortly after this time.
Preliminary information received from MSP Planning Office (MSPPO) :
HJ demanding $200,000 (denomination not restricted), 2 chest-pack parachutes, 2 back-pack parachutes. All to be available and ready at airplane parking site before landing will be permitted at SEA.
Apparently has a bomb in briefcase. Passenger apparently boarded at PDX.
1720* Crew advised they would hold over Lofall intersection until all material available. No info yet on destination HJ desired ] after SEA T.O. H.J had said there was to be no "funny stuff" · at any time or he would detonate the bomb. Specified that only the fuel truck, air-stair truck, and automobile with the money and 'chutes approach the airplane. That airplane be parked in an "isolated" position. I Gave a deadline of 1900 CST for all demands to be met.
That airplane be parked in an "isolated" position. I Gave a deadline of 1900 CST for all demands to be met. RJ remained in tourist cabin . with one stewardess sitting next to him and aware of what appeared to be a bomb (dynamite sticks, wire, battery). Pas- sengers not advised that high-jacking in progress, but that reason for the holding was "minor mechanical problem".
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KJ specified that no vehicles with beacons or. flashing red 'lights or any other were to approach airplane. MSPFO agreed that captain was in full command and all his requests and wishes would be honored. Crew taking pains likewise to gain HJ's confidence by giving him full information and coopera- tion.
HJ also specified that, after SEA landing and parking:
- Fueling to start as soon as engines shut down.
HJ also specified that, after SEA landing and parking:
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and pick up money, then 'return for 'chutes. He must see knapsack with money before any other steps taken.
- Passengers will be allowed off after money and thutes are in his possession and fueling under way. DB Cooper-271691930 ** · Airplane landed SEA after crew and HIJ assured that money and 'chutes were a ailable and in position.
Crew requested car park at 10 to 11 o'clock position to air- plane so they could see it properly."
Notes indicate HJ indicated at one time that airplane was open to "any number of vehicles as long as no 'funny stuff" pulled.
Direct communications between crew and MSPFO maintained at all times. Coordination between Tower, vehicles, and air- plane on ground at SEA were on Ground Control frequency 121.7.
First fuel truck apparently ran out of fuel. Crew requested second truck, with third one to be standing by.
First fuel truck apparently ran out of fuel. Crew requested second truck, with third one to be standing by. Considerable . delay in getting full load of fuel and HJ was getting "nervous", ... saying that you must "get the show on the road".
HJ specified that he wanted to go to Mexico City non-stop, that the aircraft configuration must be gear DOWN, flaps at . 15°, that the aft entry door must be open at all times, and ' that the aft stairs be extended after take-off. Later speci- fied that stairs must be fully extended before take -off. MSPFO advised crew (1) that non-stop SEA-MEX impossible with gear DOWN, flaps 15°, (2) that take-off with air-stairs full down impossible due to inability to rotate airplane. When HJ advised of this he asked that air-stairs be partially ex- tended prior to take-off." MSPFO advised this also impossible since stairs could not be held in any intermediate position.
. HJ had previously stated that no landing within continental U. S. would be permitted "for fuel or anything else".
HJ had previously stated that no landing within continental U. S. would be permitted "for fuel or anything else". When advised of range limitation in his specified configuration, he agreed to something short of the border. Asked about PHX. Advised by MSPFO that this might be within range but that RNO would be better as far as range was concerned. Agreed to this without much, if any, objection.
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Airplane OFF at SEA.
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14 DME S SEA VOR at 7000'. Gear DOWN, flaps extending to · 30°.
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liJ advised (by inter-phone) that he was having difficulty get - ting steps down.
2143 Aft air-stair warning light . ON (stairs arparently now partially extended. ) Crew had been furnished Boeing procedure for exten- ₹ ding stairs in flight. Airplane now 19 DME S SEA VOR on V23, with gear DOWN, flaps at 30°, and at APPROACH . speed.
DB Cooper-27170IWA Chief Per mance Engineer- had been led to field to help calculate range, etc. Boeing Company had been contacted · for assistance in range problem, flight characteristics with air-stairs extended, whether
Boeing Company had been contacted · for assistance in range problem, flight characteristics with air-stairs extended, whether opening (stairs extend about 20º in flight, possibly more with man's weight on them) would be large enough for a man to exit. Boeing assured us there would be no controllability problem, that they would get experts work- ing on range problem also, that they had dropped 2-300# boxes' . out air-stair opening in flight and that man could probably get out.
N A Communications people also had arrived at field to assist in required 'phone-patching, other communications problems.
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Flight at 7000', 160KIAS, fuel flow (FF) 4500#/engine, flaps 30° gear DOWN. MSPFO advised they would have .even, more severely limited range in the flaps 30° position. Crew given prelimin- . ary information on optimum range IAS (170K), weather, air - ports available between SI'A and RNO, minimum obstruction clearance altitudes, etc.
ary information on optimum range IAS (170K), weather, air - ports available between SI'A and RNO, minimum obstruction clearance altitudes, etc.
· 2155
MSPFO asked for stewardess best recollection of exact content of HJ briefcase. She got on radio and gave following basic information :
- Eight red sticks, about 6" x 1" in left corner of brief case, "look like big firecrackers." Two rows of sticks, four on top of four.
- Wire attached to dynamite with red insulation,
- Battery "like flashlight battery, but about 6" high and as big around as my arm".
- Red sticks are about the color "of my uniform".
2205*
Crew called liJ and asked him if everything was O.K. and he replied that it was. This was appatently the last communi- cation the crew had with the I.J.
2210* Crew reported oscillation of cabin rate of climb indicator. This probably due to HJ weight now on stairs, stairs extending further, resultant effect on cabin pressure. May be best estimate of when he exited airplane.
MSPFO advised crew that range to RNO now looked good (air- plane now at 10,000', 170K, gear DOWN, flaps 15°, .
MSPFO advised crew that range to RNO now looked good (air- plane now at 10,000', 170K, gear DOWN, flaps 15°, .FF 4000#/ hour/engine, TAT -7ºC. MSPFO calculated TAS and range from this data.
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DB Cooper-27171Cabin lights @ in forward cabin, OFF in ot cabin. . Curtain between first class and tourist section was closed; crew could not see whether HIJ was still aboard.
2222* Lost communications on NIA communications frequency (131.9); 'phone-patch with SEA ARING established. Flight now 23 DME S PDX at 10,000', 40,000# fuel aboard, 165KIAS, FF and con- figuration remained the same. Crew had previously been ad- vised to switch to ARING on 131.8 when N.A communications lost. MSPFO and MSPFD) communicated with flight and SEA ARING thereafter on this 'phone-patch arrangement. SEADD had been monitoring all communications with flight and assis- ting in all other matters.
had also been very actively participating throughout the high-jacking. He had taken money and 'chutes to air- plane at SEA, coordinated with crew, fuel trucks, etc.
had also been very actively participating throughout the high-jacking. He had taken money and 'chutes to air- plane at SEA, coordinated with crew, fuel trucks, etc.
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later called UAL at RNO and briefed them on all of the HJ's demands, procedures to be followed at RNO, etc. Flight over EUC VOR, 10,000', 170KIAS, fuel aboard 33,500#, FF and configuration remained the same. Advised that they had had no communications with the HIJ for "about the last 55 minutes" despite several attempts on cockpit-to-cabin inter-phone and PA system, Crew was assurred that fuel was more than adequate to get to RNO, that RNO weather was good, etc. SEADD had also been actively following,"and . participating in these events.
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Over NFR, 10,000', TAT -5º, 170KIAS, fuel aboard 27,500#, FF and configuration the same. Some airframe icing being. experienced. Engine anti-icing ON for appreciable length of time, wing AI on "intermittently!'. Crew seemed slightly concerned about this, but were assured that it was no problem.
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.asked that we sug- gest that flight crew slowly lower cabin temperature as much as practicable (to slow HJ's reflexes).
asked that we sug- gest that flight crew slowly lower cabin temperature as much as practicable (to slow HJ's reflexes).
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MSPFO suggested a slow climb to 11,000' at Captain's dis- cretion, to induce as much hypoxia in liJ as possible (flight had previously been suggested.to consider climb to as high as practicable -- but that they would. probably be performance lim- ited to not much above 17,000' -- but not above 12,500'. Latter upper limit to prevent a cabin oxygen mask drop from excit- ing HiJ. 11,000' also needed for adequate terrain clearance RBL-RNO.
DB Cooper-27172* 2342 When flight was in RBL area, direct communications between MSPFO and the flight were interrupted. UAL 4331 and WAL 328 relayed messages to and from the flight for us.
2347.
Flight now at 11,000', TAT -1º, all other factor essentially the same.
0005 58 DME N RBL VOR, 11,000', fuel aboard 22,000#. Only evidence from cabin was aft entry door and air-stair warning lights still ON.
0030 Flight switched to SFO ARING on 130.
Only evidence from cabin was aft entry door and air-stair warning lights still ON.
0030 Flight switched to SFO ARING on 130.6. MSPFO put on 'phone- patch this frequency at same time.
' Fuel aboard 17,300#.
Descent from 11,000 to 9,000! started.'
Flight advised they were holding at RNO OM until they had " everything "in order".
0017 0039* 0049 0100 Flight 1 mile out on fins1: approach. (At this time, we -- MSPFO -- were on telephone conference call. Other parties apparently on the same line were RNO Tower, FAA SEA, FAA Washington, FBI Washington. Not known whether anyone else might have also been tuned in. )
0101 Tower "talked us through" his touchdown; subsequent taxi- ing. Door did not appear to go to full down position · until relatively low speed on roll-out. Flaps appeared to be "UP". Parked at NE (?) corner of terminal ramp.
0116 Tower reported crew had exited airplane; with FBI at this time.
Unknown
After parking, crew had advised on SFO /RINC that one of . them had gone back in cabin and found no sign of HJ.
Unknown
After parking, crew had advised on SFO /RINC that one of . them had gone back in cabin and found no sign of HJ. They had apparently last tried to contact him via interphone/PA at about 0046CST with no response. At Chat, time they were going to advise him that the air-stair would have to be retracted for landing or that damage during landing roll-out would probably. prevent subsequent take-off.
Two "little" 'chutes gone, "one "big" one cut up, appar- ently to tie the money with shroud lines to HJ. One "big" 'chute apparently still on the airplane.
Guard requested around airplane, FBI apparently searching airplane.
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Was advised (all on conference call) at this time that matter was now under the jurisdiction of FBI in Washington.+6+
At some point during the conference call, learned (it is not known from who) that a
operated a parachute jumping school at
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0133 , N'AFO advised conference call participants that N'A would hang up if they were no longer needed on that line, Was asked to standby by either FAA or FBI Washington.
that a
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0133 , N'AFO advised conference call participants that N'A would hang up if they were no longer needed on that line, Was asked to standby by either FAA or FBI Washington. Did so. K 0135 . FAA/FBI advised NWAFO that no further conference call info was required of M'A at that time. Hung up. (Prior to our hanging up, advised FAA Washington on same line that he also was "signing off" !. )
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Throughout the flight from the time it was known that the RJ's desired destination was HEX, preparations were made for a landing. at YUM, and Mazatlan, Mexico, as would have been necessary due to the limited range in the HJ's specified configuration. Prior to the RNO landing NEAFO suggested that crew negotiate with HJ to pull gear and flaps UP after RNO take-off, that a non-stop flight to MEX would then be possible. This , of course, proved unnecessary.
DB Cooper-271741015 Second Avenue Seattle, Washington 98104
December 16, 1971
SUBS C - ורמיל
Lt. Col. George Mahoney U. S. Army Reserve
Vancouver, Washington
X "
Dear Col. Mahoney:
I wanted to drop you a note and express our appreciation to you and to Lt.
Army Reserve
Vancouver, Washington
X "
Dear Col. Mahoney:
I wanted to drop you a note and express our appreciation to you and to Lt. for the services of Lt. 
1 together with the use of the Army Reserve helicopter in connection with the search for the individual responsible for hijacking Northwest Airlines Flight 305.
While we were not successful in locating the hijacker, the work needed to be done and was made much easier through the use of the helicopter and the services of Lt. We are most appreciative.
Sincerely yours,
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J. E. 'MILNES Special Agent in Charge
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DB Cooper-27175 Sub & 164-81-1321
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SUB-Search
Mr. George Weyerhaeuser President Weyerhacuser Lumber Co. 2525 S. 336th Federal Way, Washington
Dear Mr. Weyerhaeuser:
I wanted to drop you a letter and let you know how appreciative we are of the services performed by as well as
at Longview, in connection
with the search for the individual who hijacked North- west Airlines Flight 305.
Weyerhaeuser:
I wanted to drop you a letter and let you know how appreciative we are of the services performed by as well as
at Longview, in connection
with the search for the individual who hijacked North- west Airlines Flight 305.
The services of Messrs. together with the use of your helicopters, were arranged through . 
While we have not found the hijacker up to this "point, we are nonetheless most appreciative of the services of these men.
Sincerely yours,
J. D. MILNES Special Agent in Charge
CC: Regional Services Manager Weyerhaeuser Longview, Washington
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DB Cooper-27176 Sub. & 164-81-1312
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b6 b7C OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY INI EDITION GSA GEN, REG. NO. 27 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
5010-100-43
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TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
12/4/71
FROM
:
S A THOMAS J. MANNING
SUBJECT:
UNSUB ;
Northwest Flight Number 305,
Portland to Seattle, 11/24/71
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
00: Seattle
It is suggested that consideration be given to writing letters to thank the below listed organizations for their assistance in providing helicopter coverage of an extended search area.
00: Seattle
It is suggested that consideration be given to writing letters to thank the below listed organizations for their assistance in providing helicopter coverage of an extended search area.
Weyerhaeuser Company, Tacoma, Washington - provided a 4 man helicopter on 11/26/71 and 11/27/71 - Pilots were Weyerhaeuser, Longview was also at the scene to
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US Army - Capt. and CW2 - both from
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AIR CAV TROOP, 3rd, Armor Cav. Regt. Fe. Lewis, Washington - Commanding officer MA jor Two helicopters for morn ing of 11/26/71.
Bonneville Power Administration, Box 491, Vancouver, Washington
pilot
4 man helicopter for 11/26, 11/27 and 11/30/71.
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but any lettor should be addressed to the administrator, BPA.
was extremely cooperative and did an outstanding job.
Lt.
(Vancouver Police Officer) one helicopter 11/27/71.
done be Commening Officer Lt. Col. GEORGE MAHONEY, Army Reserve, Vancouver, Wn. b7C
In event you deem it advisable letters to Sheriff CHARLES E. GILL, Cowlitz County and to Sheriff EUGENE COTTON, Clark County SO as well as to Chief of Police JOE MAY for his assistance and use of their physical facilities at Woodland, Washington would
GILL, Cowlitz County and to Sheriff EUGENE COTTON, Clark County SO as well as to Chief of Police JOE MAY for his assistance and use of their physical facilities at Woodland, Washington would also be in order.
FRO
(2) TJM
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AIRTEL
AIRMAIL - REGISTERED
SUB
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TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM: SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (P)
NORJAK 00: SE
Enclosed for the Bureau are two aeronautical charts on which the flight path of Northwest Airlines FTIght #305 has been draw with a green marker pen.
It is noted that tracking of the aircraft was handed over from FAA, Oakland, to Reno air control approach at a point just north of Portola, California,
2 - Bureau (Enc. 2) (RM) 1
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Sub Con- 164-81-1223
SEARGHED INDEXED SERIALIZED /2/3 ALED DEC 1001971 FBI - SEATTLE f
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11:04 AM URGENT 12-15-71 LXL
TO
SEATTLE (164-81)
LAS VEGAS (164-60).
PORTLAND
(164-41).
FROM SACRAMENTO (164-59) 1P
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NORJAK. 00: SEATTLE.
Sub F E 0
RE SACRAMENTO TEL, DEC.
PORTLAND
(164-41).
FROM SACRAMENTO (164-59) 1P
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NORJAK. 00: SEATTLE.
Sub F E 0
RE SACRAMENTO TEL, DEC. TEN, LAST.
RE: SUSPECT
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RECEIVING OFFICES REQUESTED DISPLAY PHOTO OF TO WITNESSES
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ATTEMPT TO COVER HIMSELF AS SUSPECT IN THIS MATTER. ADVISE SACRAMENTO RESULIS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE SO OSI, TRAVIS AFB, MAY BE ADVISED.
CONTACT. THIS DATE WITH BEALE AFB REVEALED SR-SEVEN OEN PHOTO- GRAPHIC FLIGHT NOT YET ACCOMPLISHED DUE TO ADVERSE VISIBILITY ALONG
PORTIONS OF ENTIRE ROUTE; HOWEVER, FLIGHT. WILL TAKE PLACE FIRST POSSIBLE OPPORTUNITY.
END.
AVAB
FBI SEATTLE CLR
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SEARCHED ....... INDEXED. SERIALIZED .... . FILEDS DEC 1 5 1971 FBI · SEATTLE 220 NR 04 SC | CODED 11:42 AM URGENT 12-14-71 LXL
TO
DIRECTOR
(164-2111)
SEATTLE
(164-81)
FROM SACRAMENTO (164-50) 1P NORJAK. 00: SEATTLE.
RE SACRAMENTO TEL TO SEATTLE, DEC. THIRTEEN, LAST. AERIAL SEARCH OF ROUTE TAKEN BY NORTHWEST FLIGHT NO THREE ZERO FIVE IN CAPTIONED MATTER CONDUCTED DEC.
AERIAL SEARCH OF ROUTE TAKEN BY NORTHWEST FLIGHT NO THREE ZERO FIVE IN CAPTIONED MATTER CONDUCTED DEC. THIRTEEN, LAST, BY BUAGENTS, ALL OF WHOM WERE EITHER EXPERIENCED PILOTS OR PARACHUTISTS, WITH NEGATIVE RESULTS. AIRCRAFT UTILIZED WAS RENTAL CESSNA ONE EIGHT TWO. BLIZZARD CONDITIONS IN MOUNTAINS ALONG WITH FOG AND RAIN IN NORTHERN . CALIF. VALLEY PRECLUDED SEARCH OVER WEEKEND, DEC. ELEVEN-TWELVE, LAST.
END.
JJT
FBI SEATTLE
CLR
sub €
164-81-1160
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED 9 DEC 1 1971 fs! - SEATTLE
DB Cooper-27180FD:302 (REV, 3-17-69)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Dole.
December 9, 1971
furnished the following information:
advised that on the night of November 24, 1971 he observed an airplane flying near Airfield. He advised that the time of the sighting was between 7:30 and 8 p.m. because
and they had just finished watching "Truth or Consequences" on t.v. which is on from 7:00 until 7:30 p.m.
He advised that the aircraft was flying at about treetop level and was flying from the northeast direction toward the southwest.
He advised that the aircraft was flying at about treetop level and was flying from the northeast direction toward the southwest. He stated that the plane made a turn behind Airfield and that upon completion of the turn departed the area flying back toward the northeast. He stated that upon making the turn the airplane turned on its landing lights but that it did not land.
stated that planes often fly low over that particular area due to the close proximity of the airfields located but that he thought this was
peculiar since the plane put on its landing lights but apparently did not land.
stated that he was unable to describe the airplane since it was dark but that He also stated that he did not number on the airplane and that he was unable to obtain any further descriptive data due to the fact that it was . too dark to clearly observe that much detail of the air- plane.
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" This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the F81.
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Date dictated 12/3/71
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" This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the F81. It is the property of the FBI and Is loaned to your agency: It and Its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-27181
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TO
SEATTLE. (164-81
SAN FRANCISCO (164-220)
FROM
SACRAMENTO (164-50)
IP
Sul. D. E.
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NORJAK. 00: SEATTLE.
RE SACRAMENTO TELS, DEC. SEVEN AND TEN, LAST.
THIS DATE,
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RECORDS FOR ALL USPA CLUBS THROUGHOUT U.S.LOCATED THAT OFFICE ALONG WITH INFO RE PARACHUTE DROP ZONES AND MISCELLANEOUS DATA - RE PARACHUTE CLUBS NOT AFFILIATED WITH USPA. SAN FRANCISCO AT OBAIN ALL AVAILABLE INFO
RE USPA CLUBS IN SACRAMENTO, DIV. ALSO OBTAIN COMPLETE MEMBERSHI
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LIST OF USPA MEMBERS AND DISSEMINATE TO OFFICE CONCERNED. AERIAL SEARCH BY BUAGENS OF NORTHWEST FLIGHT NO THREE ZERO
FIVE FLIGHT ROUTE BEING CONDUCTED TODAY.
END.
JJT ·FBI SEATTLE
MI'R
ON For Dany TT
Suv.E 164-81-7143 SEARCHED ...
AERIAL SEARCH BY BUAGENS OF NORTHWEST FLIGHT NO THREE ZERO
FIVE FLIGHT ROUTE BEING CONDUCTED TODAY.
END.
JJT ·FBI SEATTLE
MI'R
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Suv.E 164-81-7143 SEARCHED ...... INDEXED. SERIALIZED: ML FILED M DEC 108 1971 FBI - SEATTLE
· DB Cooper-27182 1015 Second Avenue Seattle, Washington 98104 December 13, 1971 SUB
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Bonneville Power Administration Vancouver, Washington
Dear
X 
I wanted to drop you a note and tell you how much we appreciate your assistance in arranging for the use of a helicopter owned by the Bonneville Power Administration in connection with the search for the individual who hijacked Northwest Airlines Flight 305. X
I recognize that the Bonneville, Power Administration is being reimbursed by the FBI for the expenses incurred, but nonetheless I want you to know that we are most appreciative of your thoughtfulness in making the use of the machine available to us.
Sincerely yours,
a
J. E. MILNES Special Agent in Charge
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Searchod Sorializo Indexed mz Filed.
DB Cooper-27183
Lub. E 164-81-H42PLAINTEXT TELETYPE
TO SAC SACRAMENTO (164-50) FROM DIRECTOR FBI (164-2111) NORJAK.