How do I request wheelchair assistance in the terminal or onboard the aircraft?
Northwest Airlines wants to provide a comfortable and convenient flight for all of our passengers. For those passengers with disabilities requiring special assistance Northwest offers the following: • Wheelchairs at all airports to assist passengers needing assistance moving through the airport. • Aisle wheelchairs are available on certain aircraft to assist passengers needing assistance getting from their seat to the lavatory. • Select aircraft have wheelchair accessible lavatories. • Movable aisle armrests are available for select seats on certain flights. • Priority storage of folding wheelchairs is available on certain aircraft. To request wheelchair assistance alert Northwest Airlines Reservations or your travel agent when booking your reservation, or on the day of departure at the airport. While we recommend requesting special services in advance, requests may also be made upon arrival at a connecting city. Although every request is handled efficiently, please keep in mind that t