Aviation Planning

InNova Consulting Inc. is shaping the future of airports with smart, sustainable airport planning solutions. Our aviation planning team delivers strategies that keep people, aircraft, and operations moving safely and efficiently. Whether it’s a major commercial hub or a regional airport, we help our clients navigate complex challenges with clarity and confidence.

Our Approach

Our Services

InNova’s aviation planning services balance operational performance, regulatory compliance, and long-term growth. Our expertise includes:

Airfield Layout and Capacity Planning

Airspace and Obstruction Analysis

Terminal and Apron Planning

Ground Access and Curbside Operations

Environmental and Noise Compatibility Studies

Airport Master Planning

Safety Risk Management and Runway Incursion Studies

Airport Capital Improvement Programming

Airside Geometry and Pavement Design Support

Land Use and Compatible Development Planning

Resiliency and Emergency Preparedness Planning

Airport Technology and Smart Systems Integration

Our Experience

InNova staff bring a combined 20 years of experience supporting airport planning, from large international hubs to small regional airports. We have the expertise to address any airport-related need.

At InNova, we don’t just plan airports – we design solutions that optimize safety, efficiency, and operational performance. By combining advanced modeling, expert analysis, and close collaboration with airport stakeholders, we deliver aviation planning services that keep projects on schedule, on budget, and prepared to meet both current and future airfield needs.

Our Clients

Julian Gnatenco, PE, PTOE

Executive Vice President / Traffic Lead

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Julian brings three decades of experience in civil and transportation engineering, making his expertise a cornerstone of our team. His involvement in all facets of traffic engineering is extensive, marked by key roles in numerous Phase I and Phase II transportation projects for prominent agencies such as the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT), Illinois Tollway, Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), Cook County, Kane County, and numerous local municipalities. Julian’s deep knowledge encompasses major traffic studies, sophisticated traffic and travel demand modeling, optimizing traffic signal and arterial operations, in-depth safety studies, precise traffic signal design, and effective project management. His commitment to delivering efficient and safe transportation solutions ensures exceptional results for our clients.