</s>104-10164-10002 2025 RELEASE UNDER THE PRESIDENT JOHN F. KENNEDY ASSASSINATION RECORDS ACT OF 1992 TRANSMITTAL SLIP DATE TO: W/H/COG/E/ ROOM NO. BUILDING REMAININGS Bill FROM: ROOM No. BUILDINO DETERSON 718-11-241

Summary: The documents consist of fragmented records related to pilot training programs, medical evaluations, and operational directives involving U.S. government agencies and international operations in Cuba and Congo during the mid-1960s. They reference individuals such as Francisco Antonio Bartes, Frank Bartes, RENE GARCIA, Alicia Alcino, and others involved in aviation activities, including pilot certifications, flight training, and personnel assessments. Mentions of Cuban ballet dancers, injuries sustained by Alicia Alcino, and coded communications about operational security and personnel movements are present. The text includes administrative notes on contracts, travel arrangements, medical records (e.g., 1965 aviation medical certification), and legal documents such as wills. References to U.S. agencies like the FBI, CIA, FAA, and Department of State, along with Cuban entities, appear in operational directives and personnel evaluations.  

Key People:  
- Francisco Antonio Bartes (Cuban national, pilot; referenced in training records, travel arrangements, and legal documents)  
- Frank Bartes (linked to medical evaluations and aviation certifications)  
- RENE GARCIA (acting chief pilot; involved in Cuban operations)  
- Alicia Alcino (Cuban ballet dancer with injury documentation)  
- Larry Murphy (subject of security clearances and employment records)  
- Edward V. Lorentz, George Ball, Juan Perón, Santiago Mendez, Lloyd A. Roy, Archie J. Richardson, Reto Pescaro, Frank Berca, Alicia Bustillo, Alicia Alomo, Mr. D. J. Papich, Director of the Bureau of Investigation, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Security (Department of State)  

Key Locations:  
- Cuba (linked to pilot training, Cuban ballet dancers, and operational activities)  
- Congo (Republic of the Congo; referenced in employment contracts and travel arrangements)  
- Miami, Florida (departure point for travel, aviation records)  
- New Orleans, Louisiana (bank account details, legal documents)  
- Leopoldville (Congo; referenced in coded communications)  
- Madrid, Frankfurt, Paris, New York (administrative or operational hubs)  

Key Events:  
- Pilot training evaluations and flight certifications (e.g., 1965 aviation medical examination for Frank Bartes)  
- Travel arrangements for departure from Miami to Congo on 7 December 1965  
- Personnel checks, security clearances, and operational approvals under programs like "WITHRUSH"  
- Legal declarations including wills and testamentary documents (e.g., Francisco Bartes’ will dated 15 November 1965)  
- Monitoring of Cuban ballet dancers’ activities and injuries sustained by Alicia Alcino  
- Classified communications about personnel movements, contracts, and aircrew safety directives  

Key Organizations:  
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)  
- Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)  
- U.S. Department of State  
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)  
- Cuban Civil Aviation Commission  
- PAN Air Corporation (aircraft maintenance services)  
- SOD/A/B/OPS/3 (Special Operations Division)  
- "WITHRUSH" program (CIA-related operational initiative)  
- Unnamed "National Defense Office" and intelligence units referenced in coded communications

JFK Declassified Files

104-10164-10002.pdf

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