Frontier Airlines
Frontier Airlines, headquartered in Denver, Colorado, operates as a low-cost carrier with a fleet of 148 Airbus A320 family aircraft, making it the largest A320neo operator in the United States. The airline services nearly 200 destinations with over 500 daily flights, connecting cities across the U.S., Mexico, and the Caribbean. Frontier employs around 2,400 pilots and maintains nine operational bases, including Denver (DEN), Atlanta (ATL), and Orlando (MCO), among others. Established in 1994, the airline has grown into a major player in the ultra-low-cost carrier market, emphasizing fuel efficiency and affordability through initiatives such as high-density seating and modern fleet upgrades.
Airline Notes
The airline does not require a training contract and utilizes a line bidding system for monthly schedules.
Its fleet is set to grow significantly, increasing by 200 new aircraft in thefuture.
Identified by IATA code F9 and ICAO code FFT, Frontier operates under the ATC callsign “Frontier Flight.”
HOURS:
1,500 hours total time (2,500 hours preferred)
750 hours multi-engine fixed wing (preferred)
500 hours pilot in command (PIC) (preferred)
500 hours jet/turbo-prop (preferred)
Frontier considers only hours in fixed wing/rotary aircraft as flight time towards minimum qualifications. Hours logged in flight simulators, or as flight engineer, bombardier, navigator, WSO, EWO, RIO, NFO, UAV, or Special Crew will not be considered as flight time for these purposes.
OTHER:
Current FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate
Vision corrected to 20/20
ATP Certificate
FCC Restricted Radio Operator’s Permit
Valid Passport, with machine-readable print, and the ability to travel in and out of the United States
Authorization to work in the United States
Ability to travel in and out of the U.S. to all cities/countries served by Frontier Airlines, Inc.
Ability to relocate or commute
Ability and willingness to work weekends, nights, holidays and overnight trips
Ability and desire to maintain a well-groomed and professional appearance
Ability to pass pre-employment drug testing and background checks
Experience with sophisticated aircraft equipment including Electronic Flight Instrument Systems (EFIS) and Flight Management Systems (FMS) preferred
High School Diploma or GED
At least 20 years old when applying
Legally authorized to work in the United States
A valid passport with at least 13 months validity
Willingness to relocate: Our bases are Atlanta, GA; Chicago IL; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Las Vegas, NV; Miami, FL; Orlando, FL; Phoenix, AZ; San Juan, PR; Tampa, FL; & the Trenton/Philadelphia area and more to come soon!
Tattoos: At Frontier Airlines, we do not allow any visible tattoos while wearing our uniform, even if covered by makeup, clothing, jewelry and/or a bandage. This policy therefore prohibits tattoos in areas normally visible while wearing our uniform including the face, ears, hands, wrists and neck.
Must be able to fasten a four-point jump seat harness without the use of extension devices
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Airline Type
Major
Number of Pilots
2045
Number of Aircraft in Fleet
148
Number of Domiciles
13
Union
ALPA
Fleet
A320: 8
A320Neo: 82
A321: 21
A321neo: 13
Domiciles
DEN
CLE
CVG
ORD
TPA
MDW
MIA
LAS
MCO
PHX
DFW
PHL
ATL
Airline Notes
The airline does not require a training contract and utilizes a line bidding system for monthly schedules.
Its fleet is set to grow significantly, increasing by 200 new aircraft in thefuture.
Identified by IATA code F9 and ICAO code FFT, Frontier operates under the ATC callsign “Frontier Flight.”