Frontier Airlines Pilot Cadet Program – Ab‑Initio Pathway to First Officer

Frontier Airlines Pilot Cadet Program — Ab‑Initio Pathway to First Officer

Location: United States (multiple locations) •
Program length: As little as 24 months •
Training sites: 70+ ATP Flight School locations nationwide

Important: This application is only for cadets already accepted into the program. New applicants should apply at FlyFrontier.com/careers.

Launch your airline career on a clear, mentored path from little or no professional flight experience to the Frontier Airlines flight deck. Train at your chosen ATP Flight School location, earn a monthly stipend, and transition directly into a Frontier First Officer role upon successful completion.

✈️ What you’ll experience

A structured ab‑initio pathway designed to take you from early flight training to the airline right seat in as little as 24 months.
Mentorship from a dedicated cadet program mentor and regular virtual town halls with Frontier Flight Operations leadership.
Flexibility to choose from 70+ ATP Flight School locations across the U.S.
Direct transition into a Frontier Airlines First Officer role upon successful program completion (employment begins after training).

🧭 Program highlights

Timeline: As little as 24 months to the airline right seat.
Stipend: US$500/month until 750 flight hours, then US$1,000/month for the remainder of the 24‑month program.
Financing: Access to financial‑aid options to support training.
Travel: Select Frontier travel benefits during training.
Support: Dedicated mentor plus ongoing leadership engagement through virtual town halls.
Outcome: Direct pathway to becoming a Frontier Airlines First Officer upon successful completion.

🧰 Training journey & duties

Complete a structured flight‑training syllabus at an ATP Flight School location of your choice (70+ sites nationwide).
Build the experience required, progressing toward commercial pilot qualifications in as little as 24 months.
Participate in mentorship and leadership touchpoints to prepare for airline operations.
Transition directly into a Frontier Airlines First Officer position after successful program completion.

✅ What you’ll need

Pilot certificate: Private Pilot (PPL) if transferring to an ATP Flight School location, or Commercial Pilot (CPL) if attending a non‑ATP school.
Medical: FAA First Class Medical; vision corrected to 20/20.
Documents: Valid, unrestricted passport (for travel in/out of the U.S.) and a valid driver’s license.
Work status: Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Education & age: High school diploma or equivalent; minimum age 19.
Language: Ability to communicate in English.
Availability: Willing to work varied schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Professionalism: Well‑groomed appearance; able to pass pre‑employment drug testing and background checks.
Meet Frontier’s minimum requirements as listed at www.flyfrontier.com.

🌟 Benefits during training

Monthly training stipend (US$500/month until 750 flight hours, then US$1,000/month through month 24).
Access to financial‑aid financing packages.
Select travel benefits on Frontier Airlines while enrolled.
Dedicated cadet mentor and leadership engagement.
Seamless pathway to a Frontier Airlines First Officer role upon successful completion.

Employment with Frontier begins upon completion of training for candidates who are not already Frontier employees.

📨 Next steps

If you’ve already been accepted into the Frontier Airlines Pilot Cadet Program, submit this internal cadet application to confirm your cohort and training location. If you’re not yet in the program, please apply at FlyFrontier.com/careers.

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