Frontier Airlines to Re-Open Pilot Base in Chicago

110 Pilot Positions, Combined with Current Flight Attendant Base, to Generate More Than $34 Million Annually in Local Wages

Frontier, the Second Largest Carrier at MDW, is the Airport’s Fastest Growing Airline

To Celebrate, America’s Greenest Airline is Offering Fares from $39*

CHICAGO – November 21, 2023 – Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ: ULCC) today announced it will re-open a pilot base serving both O’Hare and Midway International Airports in May of 2024. Frontier previously maintained a pilot base in Chicago until April of 2022. The base is expected to employ up to 110 pilots within its first year of operation. Combined with 190 existing flight attendant positions, the Chicago base will house a total of 300 Frontier crew members.

Including airport and maintenance positions, the airline is expected to generate more than $34 million annually in local wages with further growth anticipated in the coming years. Frontier currently offers 13 nonstop routes from MDW and five nonstop routes from ORD. To celebrate, Frontier is offering fares from $39.*

“As we continue to grow in Chicago, it makes sense to establish a crew base to help support our expanding operations,” said Barry Biffle, CEO, Frontier Airlines. “Establishing a crew base is also a win for customers as it helps support smooth operations and provides a foundation to offer more ultra-low fares to more places.”

"We welcome Frontier Airlines’ decision to re-establish its pilot base here in Chicago, which further bolsters our city’s position as a pivotal hub for the global aviation system,” said Commissioner Jamie L. Rhee of the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA), which owns and operates O’Hare and Midway International Airports. “Importantly, this strategic move will allow the carrier to maintain their diverse and growing service at both O’Hare and Midway, keeping airfares competitive and enhancing options for Chicago consumers."

Current Service from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW):

Service from Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD):

Please check https://flights.flyfrontier.com/en/flights-from-chicago for additional information.

*About Promotional Fare Offer:

Fares must be purchased by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on Nov. 24, 2023. Fares are valid for nonstop travel Monday through Thursday, and Saturday. Fares are valid through Dec. 20, 2023. A seven-day advance purchase is required. Round trip purchase is not required.

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