About the fall of parts from US military aircraft carrier-based aircraft (request)

On January 28, 2010, an accident occurred in which metal parts fell while flying from a carrier-based aircraft (Super Honet) belonging to the 5th Aircraft Carrier Wing. This accident caused property damage to residents' houses in Kanagawa City. Fortunately, there was no human damage, but making a mistake could lead to a serious accident involving human life, causing great anxiety to local residents as well as many citizens of the prefecture.
In Kanagawa Prefecture, parts fall by U.S. military aircraft almost every year, and citizens of the prefecture are strongly concerned about aircraft accidents.
We regret that such an aircraft accident has occurred again, despite the fact that the Council has requested the establishment of flight safety measures and thorough maintenance inspections every time there is an opportunity.
In your position, I strongly request that you take all possible measures (apply to the U.S. military) so that a U.S. military aircraft accidents do not occur in the future.
※　（ ） The inside is inserted into the request to the Japanese side.

1 Investigate the cause of this incident and thoroughly implement measures to prevent recurrence. In addition, these matters shall be disclosed promptly.
2. Ensure that maintenance and inspection of aircraft are carried out to ensure the safety of aircraft.

January 29, 2010

U.S. Navy Commander Richard B. Ren
Colonel Eric W. Gardner, Commander of Atsugi Aviation Facilities
Mr. Katsuya Okada, Minister of Foreign Affairs
Toshimi Kitazawa, Minister of Defense