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FEDERAL AVIATION AGENCY
Washington 25, D. C.
OFFICE OF
THE ADMINISTRATOR
Dear Mr. Chairman
In reply to your letter of June 10, 1963, reference number B-1-96, we have requested our Western Region to review the maintenance and overhaul procedures of Standard Airways, Incorporated, and any other contract agencies involved in the maintenance of their aircraft, as you have recommended.
We understand that a review of Standard Airways' main base facilities and maintenance procedures was accomplished subsequent to the Manhattan, Kansas, accident. We will keep you informed of their findings as they are reported to this office.
Sincerely yours,
/s/ N. E. Halaby
Administrator
Honorable Alan S. Boyd
Chairman
Civil Aeronautics Board
Washington 25, D. C.
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