Northwest Airlines told travel agents that it will suspend its Detroit-Brussels service in mid-month, citing “operational challenges” with the cockpit crew of the 757-200s that operate the route. NWA launched the service in early May. It previously said it would drop its second Detroit-Frankfurt frequency in order to free up 757 pilots
By: Mark L - 7th August 2007 at 21:00
Interesting, I’m hearing rumours they want to emulate CO’s regional airport trans-atlantic services with their 757’s…
As are DL out of JFK at the moment. UA, and especially AA, both seem to be avoiding the temptation and taking the cautious approach still.
As for NW, I’m really quite surprised about the situation. One possible reason that has been affecting the FA sector more than the pilot sector until recently, is that it can often be cheaper to cancel services and forego revenue, than rehire furloughed staff at rates much higher than the industry standard.
Not sure if thats whats at play here or not really though?
By: Ren Frew - 7th August 2007 at 15:52
Apparently NWA have applied to DoT to operate Boston and Detroit to Glasgow.
That’s what I heard too…
By: Arabella-Cox - 7th August 2007 at 14:49
Interesting, I’m hearing rumours they want to emulate CO’s regional airport trans-atlantic services with their 757’s…
Apparently NWA have applied to DoT to operate Boston and Detroit to Glasgow.
By: Ren Frew - 7th August 2007 at 13:49
Interesting, I’m hearing rumours they want to emulate CO’s regional airport trans-atlantic services with their 757’s…
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