“There’s a time for blimps to be used commercially again, and the time is now.”
Charlie Krueger
What Is Aerial Advertising and Why It’s Making a Comeback in 2025
Digital ads and algorithm fatigue override our world, our vision is to bring the old-school method floating back into the world starting in 2025. Aerial Advertising starting with a 5M RC blimp will be in the spotlight of all places it at, a golden opportunity for small businesses and corporations. This summer in Door County you may see the blimp as a novelty at beaches, festivals, and more. Now more creative than ever, eye-catching, and eco-friendly your brand has a new way to stand out. At Green Glide Aerial Advertising, we’re leading the charge with modern blimp-based campaigns that turn heads and start conversations.
Our Vision at Green Glide Aerial Advertising
The vision here at Green Glide, we envision a world where advertising is not complex and costly. We want advertising to be innovative, sustainable, and accessible to businesses of all sizes. We are reimaging advertising in the sky through eco-conscious blimps. Our mission is to provide bold and budget-friendly alternatives to crowded digital channels, with our FAA-approved aerial advertising methods. Whether soaring above stadiums, campuses, festivals, or local businesses, we will deliver high-visibility ads with minimal environmental impact. Unlike fleeting online impressions, aerial banners and LED messages from the sky leave a lasting impression on an individual and community level. We’re not just lifting ads—we’re elevating experiences. Our long-term vision is to build a connected network of aerial display systems powered by clean energy, helping brands fly above the noise while supporting innovation, sustainability, and community engagement.
What is Aerial Advertising?
Aerial Advertising is a form of physical outdoor marketing where messages are delivered via aircraft in the sky. Instead of fighting for space on a screen or a street corner, brands take their message to the skies—literally. This includes formats like Planes, Blimps, Drones, and more creating eye-catching visuals that are impossible to ignore.
| Types of Aerial Advertising | |
| Blimp Advertising | This is when a large, floating airship or dirigible like the Goodyear blimp displays banners or LED messages while cruising slowly above crowds. This can cost from $500,000 and up |
| Banner Towing Plane | Airplanes tow long fabric banners printed with brand messages or promotions. Great for festivals, beaches, and large gatherings. Costing approx $500 per hour. |
| Skywriting plane | A plane writes words or logos in the sky using smoke. It’s a cool visual experience but limited by wind and timing. Around $700 a hour. |
| RC Aerial Ads | Emerging forms like RC Blimps and Drones equipped with signage or lighting are revolutionizing local advertising with low cost and high flexibility. |
Why are blimps gaining popularity again?
In a time when people are overloaded with digital ads, blimps offer a slower, more memorable alternative. Floating above the noise (literally), they provide longer viewing times, our blimps are eco-friendly, and have high visibility. Unlike fast-flying planes, our blimps cruise slowly and much closer to our audience ensuring viewers absorb the message. The large surface area and unique presence make the blimps stand out from everything else.
Cost comparison for Door County
| Advertising Method | Avg cost per day | Estimated impressions | Cost per 1000 impressions | Notes |
| Green Glide Blimp | $1000 | 5,000 | $40 | Eye-catching, mobile, eco-friendly |
| Billboard | $300-$1500 | 4000-10000 | $50 | Location dependent, static easily ignored |
| Local Tv commercial | $1200 $2500 | 10000-30000 | $60 | Skipped or muted by viewers |
| Online ads | $500 | 30,000-100,00 | $10 | Short lifespan competitive space Ad blockers |
| Radio spot | $200 | 10,000 | $15 | limited attention |