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First Copper River salmon in Seattle on Friday


The Associated Press

(05/12/08 10:41:18)

SEATTLE -- Alaska Airlines says its first 737 freighter filled with Copper River salmon will arrive Friday at Sea-Tac Airport.

The plane from Cordova will carry about 10 tons of the fish prized for its flavor.

The beginning of the Copper River salmon season has become a rite of spring for many restaurants, grocery stores and consumers.

 


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