artist's conception B definitely was not a good similarity to the Unmib, She felt that artist's conception B was not "hin" and his appearance was lout completely in the sketch without the sunglasses. In particular, sho noted that the hairline on sketch B was incorrect, and that she pre- ferred the hairline on the original artist's conception. She stated on the original artist's conception it would be identical
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UNSUR CONSIDERED DANGEROUS.
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DENVER DIVISION
A. DENVER, COLORADO
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FROM:	SAC, PORTIAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT :	NORJAK

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lines. Both advised the modified conception no longer resembles their recollections of Unsub. Both further advised they were not completely satisfied with the prior conception but that it was much closer than the revised copy.
For further information, photographs of the following suspects were displayed to these two witnesses and they stated there was no resemblance to Unsub:
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TO :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)	DATE:	10/4/72
FROM :	SA	suck SusP

SUBJECT:	NORJAK
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TO :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)	DATE:	10/4/72
FROM :	SA	suck SusP

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BOEING FILE REVIEW
On 9/18/72, Boeing Main Plant, Seattle, Washington, advised the list of Boeing personnel used as the basis for the file review recently conducted by SA was compiled from Boeing personnel who were members of the 727 Air Stairs TEst Team and officers of the Boeing Skydivers Club, which went out of existence in 1960 or 1961. stated the artists composite and full description of unsub was made available to Boeing top management with instructions to have this information reviewed at daily meetings. In addition, stated the composite and description were posted on 150 bulletin boards throughout Boeings 5 plants.
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stated to his knowledge, no information concerning unsub has been reported to Boeing security as a
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stated to his knowledge, no information concerning unsub has been reported to Boeing security as a result of this information being posted on bulletin boards, as well as management meetings,
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TO: ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111) AND SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73)
FROM: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
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RE SEATTLE NITEL TO BUREAU, DATED AUGUST TWENTYFOUR
LAST. RE NITEL REQUESTED BUREAU AUTHORITY TO CONTACT NORTHWEST AIRLINES AT MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA, TO DETERMINE IF THEY ARE WILLING TO PROVIDE A FINDERS FEE TO ANYONE FINDING AND RETURNING THE RANSOM MONEY. FIFTEEN PERCENT OF ANY RANSOM MONEY RETURNED WAS RECOMMENDED AS A REASONABLE REWARD.
SEATTLE DIVISION IS DISSEMINATING INFORMATION CONCERNING CAPTIONED SKYJACKING TO WASHINGTON STATE GAME WARDENS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE
SEATTLE DIVISION IS DISSEMINATING INFORMATION CONCERNING CAPTIONED SKYJACKING TO WASHINGTON STATE GAME WARDENS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE AREA INTO WHICH UNSUB PARACHUTED. THE WARDENS ARE BEING ASKED TO MAKE THIS INFORMATION AVAILABLE TO ALL HUNTERS THEY ENCOUNTER IN THIS AREA DURING THE UPCOMING SEASON.
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RE SEATTLE AIRTEL TO MINNEAPOLIS SEPT .. TWENTYSIX, LAST. REFERENCED SEATTLE AIRTEL TO MINNEAPOLIS ENCLOSED NEW ARTISTS CONCEPTION OF UNSUB WHICH IS TO BE SHOWN TO NORTHWEST AIRLINES STEWARDESSES ARRANGEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE BY MINNEAPOLIS TO DISPLAY NEW ARTISTS CONCEPTION TO STEWARDESSES
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SEATTLE, IMMEDIATELY FORWARD. ARTISTS CONCEPTION TO DENVER FOR DISPLAY TO FOR INFORMATION OF DENVER, AFTER DISPLAY OF ARTISTS CONCEPTION, STEWARDESSES ARE TO SUBMIT THEIR RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ANY ALTERATIONS IN THE SKETCH. SUFFICIENT DESCRIPTIVE INFORMATION SHOULD BE OBTAINED FROM THESE WITNESSES FOR A 'PROFILE SKETCH OF NORJAK SUBJECT. STEWARDESSES' COMMENTS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO ACTING DIRECTOR AND SAC, SEATTLE.
CONSIDER UNSUB ARMED AND DANGEROUS . END
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SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
WEEKLY SUMMARY
Re Bureau airtel to Seattle, dated 9/21/72.
Copies of "B" sketch forwarded to Minneapolis by separate communication instant date. Portland witnesses' recommendations will be forwarded by Portland Division when obtained.
New information of lead value continues to be received and appropriate investigation instituted. Seattle file review continues.
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TO :
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FROM :
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SUBJECT:
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Re Seattle airtel to. Portland, dated 8/3/72.
Enclosed for Minneapolis is one copy each of sketch "B" showing unsub with and without glasses in color, one copy of Bureau airtel to Seattle, dated
Enclosed for Minneapolis is one copy each of sketch "B" showing unsub with and without glasses in color, one copy of Bureau airtel to Seattle, dated September 21, 1972, and Seattle airtel to Bureau, dated August 7, 1972.
Minneapolis expedite handling lead and submit results
to Seattle and Bureau.
Portland expedite handling lead set forth in referenced communication and forward results to Seattle and Bureau
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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Transmit in Via (Type in plaintext or code)	{ Priority)
Date 9/21/72

TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:	ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)	Sus K
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Date 9/21/72

TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:	ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)	Sus K
NORJAK	SUB Z

Reurairtel 9/14/72.
Arrange to show "B" sketch to the Northwest Airlines
stewardesses and submit their recommendations for any alterations in the sketch immediately. Also determine if sufficient descriptive information can be obtained from these witnesses for a profile sketch of the Norjak subject.
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Date
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To: SAC, Seattle (164-81)
VFrom: Acting Director, FBI (164-2111)
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
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ReSEairtel to Bureau dated 8/22/72, requesting mats of the artist's conception prepared in captioned matter for use in obtaining more widespread publicity.
In accordance with the request of the Seattle Office 8/7/72, a color artist's conception was prepared . and forwarded to the Seattle Office. To date the Bureau has received no evaluation of this color sketch. Seattle's request for mats will not be further considered until the Bureau receives an evaluation by the witnesses of the color sketch.
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. For the information of the Seattle Office, commercial engravers charge $10 per 50 minutes plus an initial charge of $8 for a 4" x 5" plate. These mats will only reproduce in black and white.
For the information of the Seattle Office, commercial engravers charge $10 per 50 minutes plus an initial charge of $8 for a 4" x 5" plate. These mats will only reproduce in black and white. Many publishers both large and small presently use the offset printing process which does not require a mat.
The Seattle Office should promptly coordinate review of the Bureau's color sketch for the purpose of evaluation. If it is deemed advisable that the mats be prepared, resubmit your recommendation.
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SUBJECT:
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Enclosed for Portland Division is one (1) copy of Seattle airtel to Acting Director, dated August 7, 1972, and two (2) copies each of artists sketch "B", with and without glasses.
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Enclosed sketch based on photograph KK5-1 contained in the face catalog guide with modifications suggested by Stewardess Bureau Laboratory advised hair sample b6 b7C
submitted insufficient to determine overall hair color. Hair color of "B" sketch is based on recollection of
Bureau advised by airtel August 23, 1972, that preparation of profile views of unsub will be held in abeyance until it is determined whether or not available witnesses can supply descriptive data for sketch of side view to be made.
LEADS
PORTLAND At Portland, Oregon
Display enclosed photographs to appropriate witnesses for their evaluation and comments and forward these comments to Seattle Division.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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TO:
SAC, Seattle (164-31)
Sub K. with ENCL.
From: Acting Director, FBI (164-2111)
NORJAK
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Reurairtel dated 8/7/72. Sub HH Without ENEL
Bureau artist developed composite drawing of NORJAK Unsub with sunglasses based on interviews with
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Bureau artist developed composite drawing of NORJAK Unsub with sunglasses based on interviews with stewardesses
and On 11/27/71 stewardess while viewing original sketch prepared, commented that it was "alinost 100% like him" and stated she could suggest nothing additional to make sketch a better likeness. With reference to photo KK5-1 in the Bureau's Facial Identifica- tion Catalog, it is noted indicated on her initial interview it would bear a resemblance to Unsub if modifications were made, She selected ten additional photos as resembling various features of Unsun. This plus the comments and lock-alike photos selected by stewardesse. and went into the preparation of composite drawing with sunglasses. The sketch was modified to show the eyes when additional witnesses later selected look-alike photos of the eyes,
The attempt to depict the apparent age of Unsub has proven difficult from the beginning since witnesses did not describe age lir es or features that lend themselves to the aging process.
show the eyes when additional witnesses later selected look-alike photos of the eyes,
The attempt to depict the apparent age of Unsub has proven difficult from the beginning since witnesses did not describe age lir es or features that lend themselves to the aging process. Preparation of the drawing in color may contribute to the aging factor as well as show the complexion color. In view of more recent comme its, an additional sketch in color and labeled "B" bas been prepared by Exhibits Section with and without sunglasses, The "B" sketch is based on photo KK5-1 from the Catalog with changes su osted by Criginal sketch previously prepared from combizsu descriptions of several witnesses will be retained in Bureau files.
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ATTN: GENERAL INVESTIGATIVE DIVISION!
FROM
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SUBJECT :
NORJAK
RE:
ARTIST'S CONCEPTION
Enclosed is a copy of photo KR5-1 in the Facial Lines Section of the Facial Identification Catalogue, and a copy of the artist's composite of DNSUD.
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SUBJECT :
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RE:
ARTIST'S CONCEPTION
Enclosed is a copy of photo KR5-1 in the Facial Lines Section of the Facial Identification Catalogue, and a copy of the artist's composite of DNSUD.
The following information is being submitted for Bureau review, and the enclosed leads are being set forth on an UACB basis:
On 12/2/71, a key witness, insisted that the artist's conception was not a good likeness of the hijacker. Sho requested permission to examine the Facial Identification Catalogue and immediately picked out photograph KK5-1 in the Facial Lines Section stating, "that is him, except for the ears and hair." She explained that the person depicted in that particular photograph resembled the man; however, the cars of the hijacker did not protrude as far from the head and che felt that the hair line should he somewhat lower than that on the man depicted on photo IK5-1. She was very adamant in her insistence that the artist's conception shown to her was not a good likeness of the hijacker.
A comparison of the artist's composite of UNSUB and photo KK5-1 revealed the primary difference between the two photos is UNSUB's composite appears to be a man much younger than the
A comparison of the artist's composite of UNSUB and photo KK5-1 revealed the primary difference between the two photos is UNSUB's composite appears to be a man much younger than the man depicted in photo KK5-1. The man in KK5-1 appears to be in his mid-40s while the composite chows the man in his late 20s or carly 30s.
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NORJAK

Reurairtel June 1, 1972.
For your information the Air Transport Association, Washington, D. C., which is acting as the administrator of a reward program designed to pay for information leading to the arrest and conviction of persons involved in aircraft piracy etc., was contacted concerning the offering of a reward relative to captioned case.
program designed to pay for information leading to the arrest and conviction of persons involved in aircraft piracy etc., was contacted concerning the offering of a reward relative to captioned case. They have advised that they have considered providing such a reward concerning this case and that formal notification will be forthcoming. You will be advised upon receipt of this information.
With regard: to the additional suggestion you made relative to the fact that nationwide circularization be made of all banks, savings and loan associations, and commercial companies who have available safe deposit boxes on the theory that .. . subject may have escaped safety and secreted money in such a box is not being approved. Wide circularization has already been provided banking type institutions relative to the ransom list in this case.
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
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SAC, Seattle (164-81)
TO 
FROM
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Acting Director, FBI (164-2111)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
DATE:
June 27, 1972
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
SUB X 
SAC, Seattle (164-81)
TO 
FROM
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Acting Director, FBI (164-2111)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
DATE:
June 27, 1972
ROUTE Copy TO
SAL S' ASAC
RIN 7/31/72
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This case has been reviewed at the Bureau and the following observations are being made in an effort to assist your office in your investigative endeavors.
The unsub, as Dan Cooper, at 2 p.m., PST, 11/24/71, purchased a one-way coach ticket at the Portland National Airport, Portland, Oregon, for travel from Portland to Seattle, Washington, on Northwest Orient Airlines Flight number 305, which was a Boeing 727 aircraft. Unsub paid for this flight with a twenty dollar bill and had no luggage. He occupied seat number 18E on the aircraft and prior to the time the aircraft taxied on the runway, he purchased a bourbon and 7-up with a twenty dollar bill from Stewardess The aircraft left Portland at 2:53 p.m., PST, however, after it taxied toward the runway for takeoff, unsub turned and handed Stewardess an envelope containing a note written in black felt-tip pen and which was on plain white unlined paper and written in neat, legible handwriting.
for takeoff, unsub turned and handed Stewardess an envelope containing a note written in black felt-tip pen and which was on plain white unlined paper and written in neat, legible handwriting. This note informed Stewardess that he had a bomb and instructed her to sit next to him.
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and then went to the cockpit where she displayed them to the captain of the aircraft. The unsub retrieved these notes prior to the time the aircraft landed at Seattle, Washington. She thereafter remained in the cockpit where she prepared thirteen pages of notes concerning the hijacking and in which she described unsub as in his fifties. She later said he appeared to be of Latin descent. It will be noted that one
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Re Bureau' airtel 5/17/72.
Pursuant to instructions contained in referenced airtel, an extensive file' review of 'captioned case was con- ducted. 'Among the files 'reviewed, were the main volumes,- numbered 1 through 47, sub-files designated for particular areas of interest, i.e., Parachutes"Witnesses, Course, 1-A. volumes and numerous suspect files. In addition, an examina- tion was made of all physical evidence being maintained at Seattle, for pertinent investigative leads.
As a result of this review, the following suggestions are being proposed:
REWARD : This case has generated world-wide attention and many suspects have been suggested and are continuing to be received. However, since nothing of value has yet been developed, it is felt that the prospect of a substantial reward for information leading to the identification and conviction of this hijacker, might entice someone to come forward and name the hijacker.
been developed, it is felt that the prospect of a substantial reward for information leading to the identification and conviction of this hijacker, might entice someone to come forward and name the hijacker.
To be realistic, the reward would have to be attractive to the person furnishing the information and therefore, a sum of not less than $25,000 is recommended.
The reward money could be provided either by the Department of Justice, or by the airlines, or by both. The only reward at the moment is $5,000, offered by the Seattle, Washington newspaper SEATTLE POST' INTELLIGENCER "Secret Witness Program." 2
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SAFE DEPOSIT BOXES : Since nothing was found in the, search conducted by the Army in March . and April, 1972 of the probable drop area in southwestern Washington, it now appears quite possible that the hijacker escaped safely and might have secreted the money in a safe deposit box.
It is recommended that nation-wide circularization be made of all banks, savings and loan associations and commerical companies offering this type security.
It is recommended that nation-wide circularization be made of all banks, savings and loan associations and commerical companies offering this type security. Each such location would be furnished with a description of the subject and the artist's conception showing the hijacker with and without the glasses.
THE BOEING COMPANY : In 1963-1964, The Boeing Company had ' a team of -20 'to 30 engineers and test' pilots experimenting with the air stairs of The Boeing 727' to determine the plane's adaptability for dropping cargo, or personnel. . In the tests-conducted the air stairs were removed and packages were dropped from the plane using an especially designed. chute. *
The Boeing Company has furnished the names of their employees who were involved in that experiment and investi- gation is being conducted to determine if one of these could be the hijacker. They are'also being interviewed for any info they may have as to the identity of the hijacker.'
\ ' ' Seattle is continuing to screen suspects in this matter, which are received from various sources and will give expedite attention to any worthwhile information obtained.
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\ ' ' Seattle is continuing to screen suspects in this matter, which are received from various sources and will give expedite attention to any worthwhile information obtained.
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Re: Bureau airtel to Seattle, 5/17/72.
Pursuant to instructions contained in referenced airtel, an extensive file review of captioned case was conducted by the writers from May 22 - 26, 1972. Among files reviewed were main volumes, numbers 1-47, subfiles designated for a particular area of interest, i.e. parachutes, witnesses, course; I-A volumes and numerous suspect sub- files. In addition, physical evidence as available was reviewed for pertinent investigative leads.
Information set forth following the file review has been arranged according to the headings used in the table of contents fund in the report of SA CHARLES E. FARRELL, dated February 16, 1972, with the exception of a brief hijacker profile.
PHYSICAL EVIDENCE
Black Snap-On Tie and Tie Tack
An examination of the tie by the writers revealed noticeable amounts of dust lodged in the inner knot area.
PHYSICAL EVIDENCE
Black Snap-On Tie and Tie Tack
An examination of the tie by the writers revealed noticeable amounts of dust lodged in the inner knot area. In addition to the markings "3 Penneys", two other labels were found as follows: "Snapper Pat. 2972750. It's a snap to snap on"; and "100% Dacron Polyester Washable RN 16484". From writers' experience in Theft From Interstate Shipment cases involving Penneys merchandise, it is known that the RN number is a manufacturer's code. Penneys headquarters will be able to determine where the tie was manufactured, when imported and which stores sold this tie.
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It is recommended that the Lab be requested to examine this tie, particularly, the dust particles lodged in the inner knot area, to determine if it is possible to determine what area of the country this tie has been in.
It is recommended that a lead be set out for New York to contact Foreign Buying Department, J. C. Penney Co., 1301 Avenue of The Americas, regarding distribution of neck tie number RN 16484, ie.
C. Penney Co., 1301 Avenue of The Americas, regarding distribution of neck tie number RN 16484, ie. which Penney Stores sold this model. In the event does not have needed information, it is suggested the specific buyer of neck ties for Penneys in department be contacted.
Magazine and Notebook Paper
Northwest Airlines, in a search conducted November 25, 1972, of victim airplane, found parts of a magazine and a piece of notebook paper with printing thereon made by a felt marking pm. The Bureau has examined these papers and has found 24 latent fingerprints and 5 latent palm prints of value. It is recommended that cince both witnesses and
and the
and observed the unsub write with a felt pen, the notebook paper and magazine parts printing be shown to these witnesses. This should be done to determine if the printing is similar to unsub's and if the felt pen color and characteristics are similar to unsub's.
ARTIST'S SKETCH
A review of the testimony of the principal witnesses, including the 3 stewardesses, the 2 Northwest Airline employees (NWA) at Portland, Oregon, and the 5 passengers
ARTIST'S SKETCH
A review of the testimony of the principal witnesses, including the 3 stewardesses, the 2 Northwest Airline employees (NWA) at Portland, Oregon, and the 5 passengers reflects a general disagreement oncerning the accuracy of the artist's sketch. Numerous changes were cug- gested by these witnesses and some were implimented in making up the final artist's sketch. It is noted that a Burcau artist personally interviewed the three stewardesses at Minneapolis, Minnesota and thereafter prepared a re- vised sketch of the hijacker showing him with the dark glasses, which he wore on the airplane, and another sketch, but without the glasses. One key witness, 2 stewardess, was very adament in her insistence that the artist's conception was not a very good likeness of the hijacker.
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It is suggested that $ who worked on the Boeing 727 air stairs' project in 1963, be contacted concerning other Boeing employees that worked on that project. These employees should be identified and chould be eliminated as possible suspects.
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It is suggested that $ who worked on the Boeing 727 air stairs' project in 1963, be contacted concerning other Boeing employees that worked on that project. These employees should be identified and chould be eliminated as possible suspects.
DESCRIPTIVE DATA
MATCHBOOK COVER
Regarding the blue m_tchbook cover marked "Sky Chef" observed by Stewardess 
as used by the hi- jacker, it should be noted that Sky Chef is a chain of restaurants serving airports. It is recommended that Portland determine if there is a Sky Chef Restaurant at the Portland Airport (noting that the Sky Chef Restaurants usually have different names) and Portland should determine if this restaurant gives away blue colored matchbooks with Sky Chef written on them. Ungub may have eaten lunch at the Portland Airport Restaurant prior to boarding Northwest Airlines flight 305 and if so, latent fingerprints may be on a meal ticket (bill) for that day. Portland should determine if these tickets are available for November 24, 1971, and determine feasibility of obtaining latents.
OLIVE OR LATIN COMPLEXION
Key witnesses generally agree that unsub had an "olive or Latin" complexion.
OLIVE OR LATIN COMPLEXION
Key witnesses generally agree that unsub had an "olive or Latin" complexion. One witness indicated a Mexican-American or possibly Indian complexion and characteristics. In addition, unsub expressed a desire to go "anywhere in Mexico".
It is recommended that all divisions having a "concentration of Mexican-American extremists, including Chicanos, Brown Berets, review extremists albums. It is further suggested that revised colored sketches, when obtained, be shown to all pertinent Mexican-American sources.
INTERVIEWS WITH KEY WITNESSES
In view of her willingness to cooperate and ability to recall explicit details, it is recommended that be reinterviewed. could be
reinterviewed in connection with the Bureau artist's interview, at which time the following questions should be asked:
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DB Cooper-32396
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1. How did the hijacker secure the money? Did he appar to be going to jump while holding the money package by a handlo or did he fix a knapsack arrangement:
2.
Did he appar to be going to jump while holding the money package by a handlo or did he fix a knapsack arrangement:
2. What was the position of the hijacker when last saw hin as che left the rear of the airplane for the last time? What did the hijacker have around his waist? Was the hijacker attempting to secure himself to the plane by using parachute cords in an attempt to prevent being pulled out of the airplane when opening the rear door? Did the hijacker express a fear to the stewardess that he would be pulled out of the door prematurely?
Experienced parachutists have advised that attempts to hold the money without adequately securing it would probably not be sufficient. Attempts by unsub to secure himself to the plane prior to openine ght rear door of the aircraft would indicate a fear of being sucked out of the aircraft as the stewardess feared. This would indicate a lack of knowledge about the Boeing 727 and aircraft in general.
3. What was the level of education of the hijacker as measured in terms of speech, grammar, and mannerisms?
What was the level of education of the hijacker as measured in terms of speech, grammar, and mannerisms?
AIRPORT, FLY GROUPS, FLIGHT SCHOOLS PARACHUTE CLUBS
In a teletype from San Francisco dated November 26, 1971, San Francisco advised there was no record in files of U.S. Parachute Association, 651 Cannery Row, Monterey, California for names of D. B. COOPER, and It is recommended that San Francisco at Monterey review records of the U.S. Parachute Association for names similar, i.e. DAN COOPER and combin- ations such as DANIEL COOPER, DAN (middle initial whatever) COOPER, COOPER DANIELS, etc.
EXPLOSIVE DEVICE
SIX OR EIGHT REDDISH STICKS OF "DYNAMITE" 6" to 8" LONG
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DB Cooper-32397AIRTEL
5/12/72

TO:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:	ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)

NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
Rerep SA Charles E. Farrell dated 2/16/72 at Seattle.
Advise by return airtel date next report can be expected at Bureau.
Farrell dated 2/16/72 at Seattle.
Advise by return airtel date next report can be expected at Bureau. Also present facts to U. S. Attorney and obtain "John Doe" process for unknown subject this case.
Sub. Z 164-81-3351 SEARCHED INDEXUD. SERIALIZED ML FILED B MAY 201372 FBI-SEATTLE
DB Cooper-32400AIRTEL
5/17/72

TO:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:	ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
NORJAK

Captioned major case occurred almost six months ago and still remains unsolved. All indications pointed to the fact that the unknown subject parachuted near LaCenter, Washington; however, an extensive ground search of the area and investigation have failed to identify or locate the hijacker.
You must now approach the investigative aspect of this important unsolved major case with a fresh approach. The files should be thoroughly and objectively reviewed, serial by serial, by alert personnel who have proven to be tireless, imaginative, and "street wise" investigators.
The files should be thoroughly and objectively reviewed, serial by serial, by alert personnel who have proven to be tireless, imaginative, and "street wise" investigators. To assist in this file review you may wish to consider utilizing the services of personnel who have not been "wrapped up" in this case from its inception. In your file review insure that all matters that have been brought to your attention in this case have been completely resolved and that none were overlooked or left hanging.
Within ten days of receipt of this communication, advise the Bureau what steps and avenues you intend to take in order to identify and locate the unknown subject.
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MR 045 WA PLAIN 333 PM IMMEDIATE 4-28-72 REM LO NEW YORK (164-627) . SEATTLE (164-81). LOS ANGELES (164-497) ROM DIRECTOR (164-2111) . 1P
DRJAK
RE' NEW YORK TELETYPE APRIL TWENTY -EIGHT INSTANT ..
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD BE TOLD THAT THE b6 b7C
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THIS CONFIRMS TELEPHONIC INSTRUCTIONS ISSUED TO LOS NGLES OFFICE TODAY.
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THIS CONFIRMS TELEPHONIC INSTRUCTIONS ISSUED TO LOS NGLES OFFICE TODAY.
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·DB Cooper-32402FILE (164-81)
4/26/72
SAC, SEATTLE
NORJAK
- SOURCE
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On 4/26/72 Assistant Director CHARLES BATES called. He advised that the Summary sent in on 4/25/72 was too short, too nebulous and incomplete. The Summary that is sent in each day in the future should give a complete resume of the investigation not only by Seattle, but other divisions as well.
He requested that the microfilm of the bills that we have here be furnished to the Bureau today by pilot courier. I told him we had agents reviewing the microfilm now to locate the 3 bills mentioned, and had already located two of them and we would mark in the film where these bills are located.
He requested that a photograph of b7C be furnished b6 to the Bureau. In addition he advised that this investigation must be pressed immediately, that all the manpower necessary must be used on it to identify the other individuals involved
In addition he advised that this investigation must be pressed immediately, that all the manpower necessary must be used on it to identify the other individuals involved in this case, and to determine immediately whether the wig and white cap man is the actual hijacker.
He also advised that the Bureau had authorized the use of the polygraph on I told him if we interviewed again, we would have to advise him of his rights, get the usual waiver and very likely would be told by that he would not be interviewed, and the likelihood of taking a polygraph examination appeared to me to be extremely remote.
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he said that may be but there is nothing to lose by doing it, so we should endeavor to locate interview b6
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him and give him the polygraph examination if he will consent. I told him that we had conducted extensive investiga- tion in Bremerton, in the bars, among law enforcement officers, and other places trying to determine. the identity of the man in the wig, with negative results, thus far. However, now that we had the photograph of this man, as touched up by the Lab, we were showing it again to the country clubs, the Episcopalian
However, now that we had the photograph of this man, as touched up by the Lab, we were showing it again to the country clubs, the Episcopalian ministers.

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DB Cooper-32403 164-81-3044 Sub. Z I told hin we were conducting investigation to establish all of associates, business connections, checking the recipients of all telephone calls from him during this period, and we would keep the Bureau advised.
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DB Cooper-32404
2.SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
4/19/72
ASAC PAUL R. BIBLER
NORJAK
called from the Bureau.
b6 b7C
He referred to the "Manuscript" and memorandum which he sent to you recently. He said that a memorandum had been sent up to the Director and when it came back from the Director it had been extensively "blue-inked."
Among other things, the Director said, "Tell him we will have no part of this deal" and instructed "no investiga- tion as a result of review of the Manuscript.
"
Among other things, the Director said, "Tell him we will have no part of this deal" and instructed "no investiga- tion as a result of review of the Manuscript."
Consequently says that we cannot conduct active investigation on any leads obtained from the Manuscript.
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DB Cooper-32405RØ35 WA PLAIN 703PM URGENT 5-1-72 SVC TO SEATTLE (164-81) ATLANTA LOS ANGELES (164-497) NEW YORK (164-627)
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NORJAK
RE SEATTLE TELETYPE DATED APRIL THIRTY LAST. OFFICES SHOULD CONTINUE TO AFFORD THIS MATTER PREFERRED SUPERVISORY AND INVESTIGATIVE ATTENTION
PRESSING FOR AN EARLY SOLUTION VIGOROUSLY. END
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DB Cooper-32406 Sub. Z 144-81-2961
SBAIRLINES: 1M FILED MIX MAY 1 1972 FBI - SEATTLE
fNR 045 WA PLAIN 6:48PM NITEL 4/27/72 KAC TO SEATTLE LOS ANGELES
Sl. 363
FROM DIRECTOR 3P.
2
. RE SEATTLE NITEL APRIL TWENTYSIX LAST.
SEATTLE OFFICE SHOULD IMMEDIATELY OBTAIN HANDWRITING AND.
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. RE SEATTLE NITEL APRIL TWENTYSIX LAST.
SEATTLE OFFICE SHOULD IMMEDIATELY OBTAIN HANDWRITING AND.
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CLAIMS THIS IS FOR
AND.
CLAIMS IS FOR
MAJOR CASE PRINTS OF
SHOULD BE OBTAINED AND IMMEDIATELY
DONE FORWARDED THE BUREAU. LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION HAS DEVELOPED
EIGHT UNIDENTIFIED LATENTS ON ZEROX COPY OF NEW YORK OFFICE BY ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN A PHOTOGRAPH OF HIS BEARD. IT SHOULD BE DETERMINED FROM
FURNISHED THE SEATTLE OFFICE SHOULD
PRIOR TO GROWTH OF
AND HIS
SOME 3000
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ACQUAINTANCES HOW LONG HE HAS HAD THIS BEARD. INFORMATION FROM AND INDICATES STAYED AT THE b6 b7C
SWEPT INN MOTEL, SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, FEBRUARY SIXTEEN LAST. SEATTLE SHOULD IMMEDIATELY DETERMINE THE TELEPHONE CALLS MADE BY AND IDENTIFY EACH SUBSCRIBER.'
REFERENCED SEATTLE TELETYPE STATES CONSIDERATION IS BEING GIVEN TO A REVIEW OF BOEING FILES.
SEATTLE SHOULD IMMEDIATELY DETERMINE THE TELEPHONE CALLS MADE BY AND IDENTIFY EACH SUBSCRIBER.'
REFERENCED SEATTLE TELETYPE STATES CONSIDERATION IS BEING GIVEN TO A REVIEW OF BOEING FILES. FOR PERSONS TERMINATED JANUARY . SEVENTY TO APRIL SEVENTY. THIS REVIEW SHOULD BE IMMEDIATELY INSTITUTED WITH SUFFICIENT MANPOWER TO EXPEDITIOUSLY HANDLE. IT WOULD APPEAR' NUMEROUS INDIVIDUALS IN THIS REVIEW COULD BE ELIMINATED BY SEX, AGE, AND OTHER FACTORS THEREBY DIMINISHING THE NUMBER OF FILES THAT WOULD ACTUALLY HAVE TO BE REVIEWED. / THE PHOTOGRAPH OF THE. SUSPECT WITH OR WITHOUT THE WIG SHOULD BE IMMEDIATELY SHOWN TO SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL AT BOEING HAVING THE SAME APPROXIMATE TENURE (FIFTEEN YEARS) AS THE SUSPECT TO DETERMINE IF THEY CAN IDENTIFY. THIS PERSON. POSTING OF PHOTOGRAPHS ON THE EMPLOYEE BULLETIN BOARD IS NOT SUFFICIENT AND YOU ARE EXPECTED TO MAKE EXHAUSTIVE CONTACTS WITH ON: DUTY EMPLOYEES TO IDENTIFY THESE PHOTOGRAPHS.
THE IDENTIFICATION . OF PERSONS CALLED FROM HO ME b6
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AND BUSINESS PHONES SHOULD BE VIGOROUSLY PURSUED UNTIL .
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AND BUSINESS PHONES SHOULD BE VIGOROUSLY PURSUED UNTIL . ALL PERSONS CAN BE ELIMINATED. THE BANK ACCOUNTS OF SHOULD b6 BE EXAMINED CAREFULLY FOR ANY INFORMATION CONCERNING THE IDENTIFY' OF THE SUSPECT.
FROM INTERVIEWS .OF AND IT IS OBVIOUS ONE b6 OR BOTH IS LYING CONCERNING THEIR INVOLVEMENT IN THIS MATTER. RECEIVING OFFICES SHOULD AFFORD THIS MATTER CONTINUOUS VIGOROUS ATTENTION UNTIL ALL INVESTIGATION HAS BEEN COMPLETED. IT IS EXPECTED THAT SUFFICIENT MANPOWER WILL BE ASSIGNED TO INSURE CHAT INVESTIGATION RECEIVES IMMEDIATE ATTENTION AND PROMPTLY COMPLETED. THE BUREAU SHOULD BE KEPT CURRENTLY ADVISED.ON AN IMMEDIATE BASIS. END recol Tab.
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DB Cooper-32409
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b7C SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
4/26/72
ASAC PAUL R. BIBLER
NORJAK
- SOURCE
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SA called from Division 6.
He said that New York just called and said that His attorney, a man named b6 b7C
says that with They discussed
last night to confer
then returned
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says that with They discussed
last night to confer
then returned
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and I told him not at this time, although we had agents looking for him.
further said
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said to press the search for to be b6 on the lookout for and to keep the Bureau advised. b7C
The attorney, advised the New York agents
b6 that he did not know the location of
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advised that according to New York, had furnished them a photograph of the UNSUB without a hat or wig.
PRB :eon (3)
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DB Cooper-324100-9 (Rev. 5-18-71).
INITIAL AND RETURN TO CCO
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(Type in plaintext or code)
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Date
1-14-72
To: SAC, Albany
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Brom:
Director, FBI
PERSONAL ATTENTION
UTILIZATION OF MILITARY AIRCRAFT IN BUREAU CASES
SUB -. E.
FBI
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To: SAC, Albany
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Director, FBI
PERSONAL ATTENTION
UTILIZATION OF MILITARY AIRCRAFT IN BUREAU CASES
SUB -. E.
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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) .
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. This is set forth in Department of Defense Directive #4500.9, dated November 29, 1971.
According to' DOD, Section 686 of Title 3I, 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
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:
2 - All Offices
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
FILE (164-81)
DATE:
2/4/72
FROM : SAC, SEATTLE
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
SUB - Z
On 2/4/72 SA called from the Bureau and advised that we should submit a report on this case in the immediate future.
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I told him one was being prepared. He advised that it should be in substantial detail concerning all of the investigation conducted.
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I told him one was being prepared. He advised that it should be in substantial detail concerning all of the investigation conducted. I told him I did not intend to report the investigation concerning suspects that were eliminated, but would simply indicate on the Administrative Page the total number investigated and eliminated.
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-32413NR053 WA PLAIN 7:05 PM NITEL 2-2-72 REM TO SEATTLE (164-81) FROM DIRECTOR (164-2111) 1P
Sub O 11 2
NORJAK.
RE SEATTLE TELETYPE FEBRUARY ONE LAST WHERE IT IS STATED THAT UACB, DAILY TELETYPE WILL BE DISCONTINUED IN FAVOR OF A WEEKLY SUMMARY TO BE SUBMITTED EACH FRIDAY.
THE BUREAU CONCURS AND SEATTLE SHOULD SUBMIT A WEEKLY TELETYPE TO REACH THE BUREAU BY COB EACH THURSDAY RATHER THAN FRIDAY. THIS SUMMARY TELETYPE SHOULD SET FORTH OUTSTANDING INVESTIGATION AND WHAT SPECIFIC INVESTIGATION IS BEING CONTEM- PLATED OR CONDUCTED.
THIS SUMMARY TELETYPE SHOULD SET FORTH OUTSTANDING INVESTIGATION AND WHAT SPECIFIC INVESTIGATION IS BEING CONTEM- PLATED OR CONDUCTED. IT IS NOT SUFFICIENT TO STATE THAT INVESTIGATION IS CONTINUING. SEATTLE MUST INSURE ALL LEADS RECEIVE IMMEDIATE, VIGOROUS AND THOROUGH ATTENTION FROM ALL OFFICES INVOLVED. MAIL COPIES TO PORTLAND, MINNEAPOLIS AND 4
* LAS VEGAS. END VAB .FBI SEATTLE CLR
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Sub. Z 164-81-2141
FEB 2 ist FBI - SEATTLE
DB Cooper-32414OPTIONAL, FORM NO. 10 MAY TH EDITION OSA PPMAN (41 CET) 101-11.0 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
FROM
$ SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
DATE: 1/24/72 SUB - 2 X M
Re Bureau airtel to Seattle 1/6/72.
In an effort to generate the cooperation of the public, the Bureau in referenced airtel instructed as follows :
"The Seattle Office should consider soliciting cooperative radio, television, and newspaper outlets in pertinent areas to encourage listeners to examine $20 bills and check them against the ransom lists at police departments and FBI offices.
cooperative radio, television, and newspaper outlets in pertinent areas to encourage listeners to examine $20 bills and check them against the ransom lists at police departments and FBI offices. Copies of the ransom list could be furnished cooperative radio, television, and newspaper sources.
Each receiving office is requested to establish liaison with radio and television stations, and news media to make every effort to implement the Bureau's suggestion for additional publicity about the ransom bills.
2 - Portland (164-41)
2 - Las Vegas (164-60) 2 - Sacramento (164-50)
2 - San Francisco (164-220) 2 - Seattle (164-81)
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-32415OPTIONAL, FORM NO. 10 MAY 1942 EDITION CSA FPMR (4t CFR) 101-11.0 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 1/20/72
FROM
:
SA CHARLES E. FARRELL
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
In connection with the Bureau's desires that additional publicity be obtained which might help in solving NORJAK, the Bureau, by airtel dated 1/6/72, advised as
FARRELL
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
In connection with the Bureau's desires that additional publicity be obtained which might help in solving NORJAK, the Bureau, by airtel dated 1/6/72, advised as follows:
"The Seattle Office should consider soliciting cooperative radio, television, and newspaper outlets in pertinent areas to encourage listeners to examine $20 bills and check them against the ransom lists at police departments and FBI Offices. 'Copies of the ransom list could be furnished cooperative radio, television, and newspaper sources."
Each SRA should contact friendly or established sources mentioned in referenced Bureau airtel for the purpose of publicizing the above information. Each SRA should then advise how many copies of the list of ransom bills would be needed to further this publicizing of the ransom money. 3 - file (164-81) I - Each Senior Resident Agent CEF : klb (13)
Sub. Z 164-81-2089
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-32416Airtel
January 6, 1972

To:	SAC, Seattle
From:	Director,
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-32416Airtel
January 6, 1972

To:	SAC, Seattle
From:	Director, FBI
NORJAK

Seattle teletype to Bureau 12/30/71 stated
Seattle,
was eliminated as a suspect as he departed Seattle at 1:15 p.m. 11/24/71, for Honolulu on Flight 893. records at New York reflect flew from Seattle to Portland at 7:00 a.m., 11/24/71 and returned to Seattle in time for the 1:15 flight to Honolulu. Seattle should obtain a photograph of and
immediately have it shown to all Norjak witnesses. In addition, insure no other person flew in place on the date of the hijacking and interview flight crew on the pertinent date to obtain positive information that did in fact work on that date.
Bureau teletype to Seattle 12/29/71 states that examina- tion of known typewriting of to Airline Pilots Association, Washington, D. C., has the same style typewriting as that on the "D. B. Cooper" typewritten letters sent to four newspapers including the Seattle Times.
, has the same style typewriting as that on the "D. B. Cooper" typewritten letters sent to four newspapers including the Seattle Times. The Laboratory stated that certain limited characteristics were noted and future examination may not make a positive identification. Seattle should interview concerning this letter after he has been positively eliminated as captioned subject. Determine typewriter utilized by and obtain samples including the same language as the "D. B. Cooper" letters and promptly submit to the FBI Laboratory for comparison. Determine from 
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DB Cooper-32417
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
12/17/71
FROM
: SA DONALD J. STEELE
Sul- - D
SUBJECT: NORJAK
To. INSTANT - Z
L- b6 b7C
On December 8, 1971, Division 6 at the Bureau phoned at 2:27 PM and pointed out that the Seattle Division should resolve whether the subject in this case was wearing a black or brown dress suit.
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On December 8, 1971, Division 6 at the Bureau phoned at 2:27 PM and pointed out that the Seattle Division should resolve whether the subject in this case was wearing a black or brown dress suit. He also stated that when the subject is found the Seattle Division should make sure that extreme caution be used in preserving any physical evidence. He advised the Bureau at that time was authorizing the publication of two articles in parachute magazine publications.
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TO:	SAC, Albany	Date 12/7/71
SUB	-
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TO:	SAC, Albany	Date 12/7/71
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Mexico City	..	-	M
FROM: . Director,	FBI (164-2111)	×
"CHANGED"
NORJAK	2

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The title is marked "Changed" to reflect the code word "NORJAK" to facilitate the handling of the numerous communica- tions in connection with this investigation. This matter was formerly captioned, "Unsub; Northwest Airlines Flight 305, 11/24/71, CAA - Hijacking. 00: Seattle." All offices are instructed to use the code word "NORJAK" in all communications in this investigation.
" All offices are instructed to use the code word "NORJAK" in all communications in this investigation.
In connection with the additional dissemination of the ransom list already furnished the field, all offices are instructed to further disseminate this list on any basis considered practical and appropriately advise the Bureau and office of origin of any positive information developed. The loot in this matter consists entirely of $20 bills/and it is questionable that large banks and bank-type institutions would effectively screen their $20 bills due to the volume of this type of bill that would be handled.
All offices should insure that the composite drawing of the unknown subject is thoroughly disseminated to parachute clubs and associated groups with particular attention being
2 - All Field Offices
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