Northwest Airlines would have marked its 100th birthday on September 1. The airline was a pioneer in several areas, including weather forecasting, maintenance, and pilot training standards. It was based in Minnesota for over 80 years.

Former Northwest employee Doug Killian shared his memories of the airline. He has also created a blog to preserve the airline's legacy. The blog contains more information about Killian's experiences and the history of Northwest Airlines.

Further details about Northwest Airlines and Doug Killian's memories can be found on his blog, which is mentioned in the original story.