Northwest and mechanics wage P.R. war as strike continues

Northwest and the mechanics continue a public relations battle in the media to win support from the public. As the strike continues both sides trade accusations. Northwest is putting on happy face and saying that the airline is flying its normal schedule. The mechanics argue that there have been a higher number of cancellations and delays. It has yet been determined whether the replacement mechanics will be able to handle the pace over the long term. Most have experience and come from other airlines who faced bankruptcy. Northwest may face the possibility of bankruptcy which could void any contract that the mechanics union may agree to.