That is exactly how it went down for me too... Made it through the lunch cuts, and went into the CP interview pumped! The entire atmosphere of the interview went from very welcoming and friendly to somewhat antagonistic and distrustful. I basically had to defend myself regarding my future at Frontier, and was also asked (repeatedly) why I would stay if United/Delta called. Quite frankly that is a bizarre angle for an interview team, and a red flag regarding the company in my opinion.

Like you, I feel that I could very easily have made Frontier a home for many years (if not permanently). I felt like the potential for upgrading was better at F9, and I REALLY didn't want to commute for the next 5-10 years of my life since I currently live (and was raised) in Denver. Obviously I wasn't able to sell that, and it is what it is.

I do have the option of re-applying next month, but I won't be. I like the employees at Frontier, but the way the end of the interview went was a big turnoff. I was also called by a recruiter in Sept about interviewing, and they didn't even realize I'd already interviewed in June. I told him about it, and he said he'd get back to me after talking to JP about trying to get me in earlier than 6 months. He never called me back.

I've worked VERY hard at this career for over 10+ years, I have zero training failures, recommendations from every job I've had, including several from my current employer. I think I deserved to be treated better than I was at the end by the interview team and the recruiter. Nothing personal with those guys, but it did demonstrate that Frontier airlines and I are not a good fit for each other.

I wish everybody over there success, but am looking forward to finding an employer that will be a better match for me. I think you will also end up finding an excellent opportunity with your qualifications in the near future. All the best, and good luck!