Sorry for the delay in getting back to you, I've been pretty busy lately. I'd like to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving as well as answer your questions to the best of my ability.

Wantthejob:

As far as what Frontier is looking for, I can't really answer that for the interviewers. All I can say is that they probably are looking for someone who they can live with for 4 days at a time and will make good decisions along with exercising good judgement. If you can convey that you are excited to join the team and posess the above qualities I think 95% of the battle is won. I wish you luck in getting the job and I do agree with you that we are on a path to become an even better place to be.

Carolinaflyer:

Reserve is "Short," "Medium," and "Long" call. The times to respond to the airport are 2 hrs for Short, 8 hrs for Medium, and 12 hrs for Long. Within Short call reserve there are different blocks where you are available for callout. These are:

RSV A is from 0400 – 1430: Latest release is 1800
RSV B is from 0800 – 1830: Latest release is 2200
RSV C is from 1200 – 2230: Latest release is 0200
RSV D is from 1700 – 2400: Latest release is 0700 (except 0900 for CDO’s)
RSV E is from 1900 – 0200: Latest release is 0900 (except 1100 for CDO’s)

Reserves in Chicago generally don't get used as much as reserves in Denver however scheduling has become a little more creative in utilizing Chicago reserve pilots. I would say an avg. for Chicago would be around 20-30 hrs flown per month. Denver varies depending on what reserve block you have.
I think overall you can bet on reserve being more civilized than the regionals where you were just completely abused.

Dukeuno:

First and foremost, we are not completely sold off yet until everything is finalized in December. That being said, we are on the right track to have that accomplished. Second, as far as pay is concerned, it's goin to be tough to make 80k your second year unless things really pick up and you hold a line. The problem stems from being on reserve and only getting guarantee pay. If you were on reserve and trying to make the most money, I would try and hold Denver as I think they fly much more. Not only are they used more but they have a larger well to pick up trips from. If you are reserve you can "Aggressive Bid" a trip for the following day and possibly make a little extra money that way.

Good luck to you all and if you have any questions, feel free to ask. Also I'm sure Zooropa or any other Frontier Pilot would be more than happy to help. Again, good luck!

MistyFAC