I started training today and I didn't have to pay a dime. I had previous banner time (over 500 hrs) so the training fee was waived. And the fee is $500 not 1500. In addition, I can help build signs and work in the hangar with maintenance to make some money while I'm in "training" which will be like a week, then I'll start towing. And 4000 resumes? Tom showed me the stack and its about 2 inches thick, not sure what this translates to in numbers of resumes. I was a little nervous about towing banners again because the last company I worked for had really horrible planes and work rules but van wagner really has their sh!t together. Great airplanes, training is very thorough, and the pay is as good as or probably better than any regional first year FO. If anyone has any specific questions please PM me, but I will say that I think they are done hiring for the season. California bases are full, NY and NJ are about to be when we finish training so I'm not sure what is left. Today was my first day so I don't know everything, but I'll pass along what I learn. I never thought I'd be excited about towing banners again but I'm really looking forward to getting back into the supercup after seeing their operations. Also more than anything I'm happy to have a job that pays good.