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Banner Tow Pilot Employers (U.S. Directory)
Last updated July 3, 2026
A national directory of the banner-towing operators FlyTo1500 tracks — 16 employers across 11 states, concentrated along beaches and coasts. Banner towing is one of the most accessible first jobs for a low-time commercial pilot.
Short answer
FlyTo1500 tracks 16 banner-tow operators across 11 states, mostly seasonal and coastal. Many hire commercial pilots with relatively low time (often ~200–300 hours) and provide banner-pickup training. Hiring is seasonal (spring–summer).
What these jobs typically require
- A Commercial Pilot Certificate
- A tailwheel endorsement (most banner aircraft are tailwheel)
- Often low-time-friendly — roughly 200–300 hours at many operators
- Willingness to work the spring–summer season, often near beaches
- A current medical certificate; banner-pickup training is usually provided
Banner towing is conducted under a FAA Certificate of Waiver and the towing rules of § 91.311; pilots need a Commercial certificate per § 61.129 and a valid medical per § 61.23.
U.S. employer directory
Employers FlyTo1500 tracks, grouped by state. A listing here does not mean an employer is currently hiring — requirements and openings vary by employer, aircraft, and season.
Connecticut (1)
Banner Tow USA
Pawcatuck, CT
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Florida (4)
Aerial Banners
Pembroke Pines, FL
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Aerial Messages
Orlando, FL
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Beach Banners
Jacksonville, FL
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Van Wagner Aerial Media
Pembroke Pines, FL
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Illinois (1)
Airspace Aerial Media
Illinois
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Louisiana (1)
Pelican Sky Banners
Louisiana
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Maryland (1)
Ocean Aerial Ads
Maryland
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Massachusetts (1)
New England Aerial Advertising
Massachusetts
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Minnesota (1)
Big Aerial Sign Service
Forest Lake, MN
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New Jersey (2)
Cape May Aerial Ads
New Jersey
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High Exposure Inc
Woodbine, NJ
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New York (2)
Arnold Aerial Advertising Inc
New York, NY
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East Moriches Aerial Ads
New York
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Ohio (1)
Air America Aerial Ads
Ohio
Employer FlyTo1500 tracks
Texas (1)
Fly Signs
Houston, TX
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Want current openings, not just employers?
FlyTo1500 tracks live listings and matches them to your logbook.
Unlock Current JobsHow to improve your chances
- Get a tailwheel endorsement — it's effectively required
- Apply in late winter/early spring before the summer season
- Be ready to relocate to a beach market for the season
- Emphasize stick-and-rudder skills and reliability
- Set up alerts so you catch seasonal banner openings early
Related FlyTo1500 resources
- Banner Tow Pilot Jobs: requirements, pay & how to build hours
- Low-time pilot jobs by state — every hour-building employer near you
- All low-time pilot job types and the best jobs to build hours
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Frequently asked questions
How many banner tow pilot employers are there in the U.S.?+
FlyTo1500 currently tracks 16 banner-tow operators across 11 states, mostly in coastal and beach markets. This directory lists them by state.
How many hours do you need to tow banners?+
You need a Commercial certificate and almost always a tailwheel endorsement. Many operators are low-time-friendly (roughly 200–300 hours) and train you on banner pickups. Exact minimums vary.
Is banner towing seasonal?+
Mostly yes — banner work peaks in spring and summer, especially at beaches, so apply before the season starts. Some markets run longer.
Can FlyTo1500 help me find banner tow jobs?+
Yes. FlyTo1500 tracks these operators and current openings and matches them to your certificates and time. FlyTo1500 helps you discover and compare jobs — it does not employ pilots.
Want to know which banner-tow jobs you qualify for?
FlyTo1500 helps you compare low-time pilot jobs based on your hours, certificates, ratings, and job goals — so you can focus on openings that actually match your logbook.
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