GOV. RITTER APPLAUDS REPUBLIC AIRWAYS’ DECISION TO KEEP FRONTIER BRAND

"This is a fantastic announcement for us here in Colorado," said Gov. Ritter, whose signature adorns a Frontier plane. "We could not have had a better outcome. Republic Airways made a very smart and very savvy business decision by recognizing the growth potential of the unique Frontier brand.

"This is a testament to Frontier employees and all of the customers who are fiercely loyal to our homegrown, low-cost carrier. And while maintaining the Frontier brand is great for all of us who love the talking animals on plane tails, the most important thing is jobs.

"Hopefully this decision means we are in a strong position to hold onto Frontier's 3,500 Colorado jobs. This decision positions the new Frontier to expand into new markets and grow domestically and internationally, and that's good for not just Denver and Colorado, but also for Milwaukee and Wisconsin."