As Northwest Flight 305 awaited instructions, Flo Schaffner dutifully returned the note to the cool, swarthy passenger. She also tried to angle a view of the briefcase, as Captain Scott had suggested, in order to get an idea of the bomb. Cooper anticipated this. He opened it. There were six coral colored sticks attached by wires to something that looked like a big battery.

     Northwest agreed to pay. The FBI was immediately informed, with both the Portland and Seattle field offices standing by.

     Routine aboard the airliner continued. The passengers were unaware of a skyjacking in progress. Drinks were served. Dan Cooper ordered a bourbon and water. He offered the stewardess a tip. She declined.

     Dan Cooper sat quietly and sipped his bourbon and water.

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