04-15-2008, 10:54 AM
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Hub Cities: Frequently Asked Questions for Memphis
What changes can we expect in Memphis as a result of this transaction?
Delta/Northwest combines two complementary networks with very little overlap. In fact, the merger will mean enhanced access from Memphis to more destinations worldwide. The new combined company will maintain all of its hubs, including Memphis.
What will happen to employees in Memphis?
This merger will provide employees with greater job security, an equity stake in the combined airline and a more stable platform for future growth in the face of significant economic pressures from rising fuel costs and intense competition.
There will be no involuntary furloughs of U.S. frontline employees. Additionally, all Delta and Northwest employees will enjoy reciprocal pass privileges on both airlines, beginning as soon as possible during the regulatory review process.
Will this merger affect ticket prices in Memphis?
Because there is virtually no overlap between the two companies’ networks (there are only 12 overlapping non-stop city pair routes of more than 1,000 that both airlines serve), the competitive landscape will not change as a result of this merger.
Will we see any changes to flight schedules in Memphis?
Delta/Northwest combines two complementary networks with very little overlap. In fact, the merger will mean enhanced access from Memphis to more destinations worldwide.
Will there be any changes to flight schedules to/from small communities served from Memphis?
This transaction will enhance service to smaller cities and rural communities, and Memphis is an important provider of service to these communities.
Delta and Northwest are proud of their shared histories of being committed providers of service to small communities across the U.S. The combined airline will serve more than 140 small communities - more than any other airline.
Given Memphis’s proximity to Atlanta, will Memphis remain a hub for the new combined airline?
Yes. Because Delta/Northwest combines two complementary networks with very little overlap, the new combined company will maintain all its hubs, including Memphis.
Will Delta/Northwest continue to provide philanthropic support in Memphis?
Yes! Delta has a long history of being an active and positive supporter of the Memphis community. We look forward to strengthening those ties.
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Hub Cities: Frequently Asked Questions for Memphis
What changes can we expect in Memphis as a result of this transaction?
Delta/Northwest combines two complementary networks with very little overlap. In fact, the merger will mean enhanced access from Memphis to more destinations worldwide. The new combined company will maintain all of its hubs, including Memphis.
What will happen to employees in Memphis?
This merger will provide employees with greater job security, an equity stake in the combined airline and a more stable platform for future growth in the face of significant economic pressures from rising fuel costs and intense competition.
There will be no involuntary furloughs of U.S. frontline employees. Additionally, all Delta and Northwest employees will enjoy reciprocal pass privileges on both airlines, beginning as soon as possible during the regulatory review process.
Will this merger affect ticket prices in Memphis?
Because there is virtually no overlap between the two companies’ networks (there are only 12 overlapping non-stop city pair routes of more than 1,000 that both airlines serve), the competitive landscape will not change as a result of this merger.
Will we see any changes to flight schedules in Memphis?
Delta/Northwest combines two complementary networks with very little overlap. In fact, the merger will mean enhanced access from Memphis to more destinations worldwide.
Will there be any changes to flight schedules to/from small communities served from Memphis?
This transaction will enhance service to smaller cities and rural communities, and Memphis is an important provider of service to these communities.
Delta and Northwest are proud of their shared histories of being committed providers of service to small communities across the U.S. The combined airline will serve more than 140 small communities - more than any other airline.
Given Memphis’s proximity to Atlanta, will Memphis remain a hub for the new combined airline?
Yes. Because Delta/Northwest combines two complementary networks with very little overlap, the new combined company will maintain all its hubs, including Memphis.
Will Delta/Northwest continue to provide philanthropic support in Memphis?
Yes! Delta has a long history of being an active and positive supporter of the Memphis community. We look forward to strengthening those ties.
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