Originally Posted by
psychtobe
I have been aware of the seasonal to DTW but historically (at least with NW) they did not sell seats they were not planning to fly.
NW had schedule changes as well. DL may have more, but NW certainly whacked flights like most airlines do.
NW always worked with me when there was one, though. Same goes for DL, we always find a workable solution.
One strategy in these situations is to try to go for a more peak or more full flight that may have been more expensive earlier or you may be able to VDB on now.
Good luck.