Mechanics continue strike against NWA; negotiations continue with other unions

While some union mechanics have been hired as replacements by the airline, the union voted to continue their strike. The agreement by the airline if accepted by the union would have given the mechanics 4 weeks severance pay and eligibility for unemployment benefits thereafter for the laid off status. Other unions that are currently in negotiations with the airline may strike if they cannot come to agreement. A strike by the pilots union would be a devastating blow to the airline as they are already in bankrupty protection. It has been rumored that Northwest is in the planning phase of developing a smaller airline that would serve smaller cities.