Frontier Airlines Named Official Airline of the LPGA

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., May 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The LPGA (Ladies Professional Golf Association) announced today that Frontier Airlines, a Denver-based carrier serving more than 80 destinations across the U.S., Mexico and Costa Rica, will be a new partner, serving as "Official Airline of the LPGA."  Frontier will provide discounted travel to LPGA constituents and receive prominent branding at LPGA Tournaments, and on LPGA.com.  The recent additions of Frontier, RR Donnelley and CME Group, brings the LPGA roster of national sponsors to 15.

"Frontier Airlines uses the tagline 'a whole different animal,' which represents the commitment to do the little things that make a big difference to customers," said Jon Podany, LPGA Chief Marketing Officer. "At the LPGA, we have a similar campaign called 'See Why It's Different Out Here.' No matter how you phrase it, we are both focused on providing unique and positive experiences for our consumers and partners."

"The LPGA has an excellent reputation built on positive fan experiences and a real commitment to giving back to its community," said Ian Arthur, vice president of marketing and branding for Frontier Airlines.  "This partnership is a tremendous opportunity for Frontier to secure significant visibility with an audience that clearly appreciates the similar commitments these two organizations have to providing a better and different guest experience."  

Frontier will help get members and fans to tournaments with one-click access from the tour schedule on LPGA.com to Frontier's website, FrontierAirlines.com, for the lowest fares and only place for its popular Classic fare, featuring two complimentary checked bags (including golf clubs), no change fees, same day standby and bonus EarlyReturns® miles.  

About the LPGA (Ladies Professional Golf Association)

Headquartered in Daytona Beach, Florida, the LPGA is the world's leading professional golf organization for women. Founded in 1950, it celebrates a diverse and storied membership with 1,700 members representing 29 countries. Fans can follow the LPGA on Golf Channel, and on the web: www.LPGA.com, www.facebook.com/lpga.official, www.twitter.com/lpga, and www.youtube.com/lpgavideo.

About Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines is a wholly owned subsidiary of Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: RJET), an airline holding company that also owns Chautauqua Airlines, Republic Airlines and Shuttle America. In its 17th year of operations, Frontier employs 5,500 aviation professionals and operates 550 daily flights from its hubs at Denver International Airport and Milwaukee's General Mitchell International Airport. For more in-depth information visit FrontierAirlines.com.

SOURCE LPGA (Ladies Professional Golf Association)