Section 800-RICR-10-00-1.16 - Banner TowingA. A banner tow operation is the operation of an Aircraft with an advertising medium supported by a temporary framework attached externally to an Aircraft and towed behind that Aircraft. 14 C.F.R. § 91.311 (2004)B. Banner tow operations require a Certificate of Waiver from the Flight Standards District Office (FSDO). The Operator must comply with provisions prescribed by FSDO appropriate to the safety of the operation.C. A copy of a valid Certificate of Waiver or Authorization shall be available onboard all Aircraft during banner tow operations. The Certificate shall include the list of approved pilots and Aircraft.D. The person named on the Certificate of Waiver or Authorization shall obtain the approval of the Airport Manager at each airport of intended operation prior to conducting banner tow operations.E. Operations. 1. Banner tow operations shall only be conducted in Visual Flight Rules weather conditions between sunrise and sunset.2. No Aircraft towing a banner may fly directly over or under another Aircraft towing a banner.3. In the event of emergency, the banner and/or tow line must be released to prevent undue hazard to persons or property on the ground.4. Banner pickup and banner drop should be in an area pre-designated by the Airport Manager.800 R.I. Code R. 800-RICR-10-00-1.16
Amended effective 12/10/2018