Veteran Owned · Tucson, AZ & Blackstone, VA

FLY.
CAPTURE.
DELIVER.

Aerial survey and special mission aviation specialists. We provide mission-ready aircraft and expert crews — you focus on the data, we handle the skies.

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About Talos Aviation Group

Who We Are

Talos Aviation Group, LLC (TAG) is a veteran-owned small business delivering managed aviation services to the special mission and airborne mapping industries.

With bases in Tucson, Arizona and Blackstone, Virginia, TAG ensures reliable, cost-effective coverage to support your mission across the United States and Canada.

We provide aircraft, qualified sensor operators, and full flight operations management — everything you need to collect the data you need, deployed where you need it.

"Mission-ready aerial platforms for sensor manufacturers, geospatial firms, utilities and survey companies. Our fleet often operates sensors up to 700 lbs — imagery, LiDAR, and custom sensors."

What We Do

Our Services

From airborne imagery to LiDAR and special missions, Talos delivers sensor-agnostic platforms with rapid deployment and nationwide reach.

Photogrammetry

High-resolution imagery and photogrammetry missions across the U.S. and Canada with proven, purpose-configured survey platforms.

LiDAR Operations

Precision LiDAR collection with large-format camera holes and high-amperage power systems for demanding sensor packages.

Sensor Testing

Flexible platforms for R&D, sensor integration, and test flights — we adapt our aircraft configuration to your payload requirements.

Managed Flight Ops

End-to-end operations management including qualified sensor operators, mission logistics, and flight planning support.

Airborne Mapping

Versatile fleet configurations for geospatial, infrastructure, and environmental mapping missions at any scale.

Special Missions

ISR, C4ISR, and government-adjacent airborne missions supported by veteran expertise and reliable aircraft platforms.

Our Fleet

Meet the Aircraft

A versatile fleet of proven fixed-wing platforms — each purpose-configured for aerial data collection with sensor-agnostic flexibility.

1973

Aero Commander 500S "Hermione"

High Altitude 25″ × 22″ Camera Hole 160A Power 244 Gal Fuel 3,600 lb Useful Load ADS-B In/Out

1968

Piper Aztec C "Vanilla Gorilla"

Multi-Role 19″ Camera Hole 40A Power Garmin 430W ADS-B In/Out

1970

Piper Aztec D "Tinkerbell"

Multi-Role 19″ Camera Hole 40A Power Garmin 530W ADS-B In/Out

1972

Piper Aztec E "PC"

Multi-Role 19″ Camera Hole 40A Power Garmin 530W ADS-B In/Out

1976

Piper Aztec F "Garfield"

Turbocharged Extended Fuel 19″ Camera Hole 40A Power Garmin 430W ADS-B In/Out

1969

Cessna TP206E "Emma"

Turbocharged Extended Fuel 20″ Camera Hole 100A Power 108 Gal w/ Tip Tanks Built-in O₂ Autopilot Bubble Windows Dedicated Sensor Operator Station

Why Talos

Built for the Mission

We don't just fly — we operate. Veteran leadership, purpose-built aircraft, and a culture of precision set us apart.

Veteran Owned & Operated

Founded and led by military veterans who bring mission discipline, operational rigor, and real-world experience to every flight.

Sensor-Agnostic Platforms

Our fleet is configured for maximum flexibility — we integrate with your sensor package, not the other way around.

Rapid Deployment

Two strategically located operating bases for fast, responsive coverage anywhere in the continental U.S.

Nationwide Coverage

Active operations spanning the continental U.S. and Canada — wherever your survey program requires deployment.

Careers

Fly with Talos

Take your aviation journey to the next level. At Talos we work hard and we have fun doing it. Interested in joining our family?

We're always looking for skilled pilots who take pride in precision operations. Prior survey experience is a plus — a commitment to excellence is a must.

Minimum Qualifications

500 hours Total Time

50 hours Multi-Engine Time

High Performance and Complex Endorsement

Valid FAA Class 2 Medical Certificate

Prior survey experience preferred

Bonus Qualifications

A&P Certificate

Send your resume and cover letter to:

resume@talosaviation.us

Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to every submission nor are we able to keep resumes on file. Job announcements will be posted on our company LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram pages.

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Locations

Operating Bases

Strategically positioned for rapid response across the full continental United States and Canada.

Southwest HQ

Tucson, Arizona

Primary operations base supporting western U.S. and Canada deployments. Ideal staging for Southwest and Pacific region missions.

East Coast Base

Blackstone, Virginia

Eastern U.S. deployment hub enabling rapid response to Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Northeast mission areas.

FLY.CAPTURE.DELIVER.