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  Quick profile of Northwest Airlines
— Destinations served: More than 232 in 25 countries.
— Total aircraft: 433
— Hubs: Detroit, Memphis, Minneapolis/St. Paul
— Routes: Domestic strength in the U.S. Midwest. Internationally known for Asian routes with 200 nonstop flights weekly.
— Major alliances: Continental Airlines, Delta Air Lines, KLM  
— Regional partners: Pinnacle Airlines Inc. and Mesaba Airlines Inc., both operating as Northwest Airlink.
— Employees: Approximately 38,000.
Sources: Northwest, SEC filings, Airport authorities.

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