Northwest Airlines Welcomes China Airlines As Newest Alliance Partner

Northwest Airlines (Pink Sheets:NWACQ) today announced that it has signed an agreement with China Airlines that launches cooperation between the two airlines to be phased in through the summer.

The agreement between Northwest and the Taiwan-based airline features enhanced frequent flyer benefits and lounge access for Northwest’s WorldPerks members, along with convenient electronic ticketing and one-stop check-in for passengers connecting between Northwest and China Airlines flights.

“Northwest is pleased to expand its alliance portfolio in Asia to include China Airlines,” said Nathaniel Pieper, vice president — alliances. “This partnership adds exciting new options in Asia for our WorldPerks members while creating more seamless travel opportunities for all Northwest customers.”

Northwest and China Airlines will implement the reciprocal frequent flyer agreement effective August 1, 2007, enabling WorldPerks members to earn and redeem frequent flyer miles on all China Airlines-operated flights. In addition, Northwest WorldClubs members and World Business Class customers will have access to China Airlines airport Dynasty Lounges worldwide. China Airlines Dynasty Lounge members will also have access to NWA WorldClubs, when traveling on Northwest.

Founded in 1959, China Airlines operates a modern fleet of 49 passenger jets comprised of Boeing B747-400 and B737-800 aircraft along with Airbus A340-300 and A330-300 aircraft. The airline serves 67 cities in 25 countries. More information on China Airlines is available at www.china-airlines.com.

Northwest Airlines is one of the world’s largest airlines with hubs at Detroit, Minneapolis/St. Paul, Memphis, Tokyo and Amsterdam, and approximately 1,400 daily departures. Northwest is a member of SkyTeam, an airline alliance that offers customers one of the world’s most extensive global networks. Northwest and its travel partners serve more than 900 cities in excess of 160 countries on six continents.