United defers debt payments, seeks mechanics' aid

Wednesday, December 4, 2002

CHICAGO -- United Airlines has bought itself more time with debtors in its bid to avoid bankruptcy court. Now it's putting its fate in the hands of its mechanics and a government assistance program.

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