Part 87, page 137

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[REDACTED] WXIA-TV 1611 W. Peachtree St. Atlanta, GA 30309

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December 31, 1979

Dear [REDACTED],

First, let me assure you: I am D.B. Cooper, the individual who completed the skyjacking in 1969. Of course, you -- and any of your colleagues -- may choose to disbelieve this: our society is comprised of individuals who, strangely enough, believe in that which is untrue, disbelieve in that which is fact.

Nevertheless, I have decided that it is time for a bit of communica- tion. Somewhat rather smugly observing the minor fanfare my ten- year anniversary caused in the media this November, I suddenly realized that I wanted people to know I was still alive -- and that I had, in fact, successfully eluded the police and lived -- very nicely, I might add -- on the proceeds of my adventure.

I moved to Atlanta more than five years ago and began watching your newscasts. You seemed to have a "no-nonsense" approach to the news which I can appreciate -- and thus, when I finally decided to communicate w/ the outside world, you appeared the natural choice.

I'd like to clear up two items concerning my little event. First, I did it for the sheer sake of adventure, nothing more. And this adventure was both a mental & physical challange -- which leads me to my second item: how I eluded the police. While I shall not detail the incident -- at least not now -- I will say that it was a simple case of using simplicity when everyone else concentrated on complexity. If the police ever do discover how I did it, they will feel a bit foolish. And I even left a bit of a clue, which still remains in the area: I was back there this past summer.

[REDACTED] you have a wonderful city and I have enjoyed my stay. I own a house in the city and am delighted with the many cultural opportunities here. Indeed, I hope to remain in Atlanta for at least a few more years.

Again, whether or not you believe this is "the real thing" does not concern me. I am very much aware that it is & simply wished a bit of communication with the outside world. I might call you sometime in the future... and if so, I have enclosed an index card with something typed on it: when I call, I will identify myself by what has been typed. In addition, you can be assured of only one "authentic" D.B. Cooper.

I wish you a Happy New Year and thank you for this opportunity to communicate after 10 years...

D.B. Cooper

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DB Cooper-38511 164-81-IA [circled: 307]

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