CDSMI provides specialized aircraft stand design and terminal apron planning services supporting airport operations, infrastructure projects, and aircraft fleet integration.
Aircraft Stand Design
Development of aircraft stand layouts designed for safe operations, efficient aircraft handling, and compatibility across multiple aircraft types.
Services include:
- Aircraft stand geometry development
- Pushback clearance analysis
- A-VDGS assessment
- Passenger boarding bridge interface considerations
- Integration of aircraft servicing areas
Apron Capacity Optimization
Evaluation and redesign of terminal apron layouts to increase aircraft parking capacity while maintaining safe operational clearances.
Services include:
- Layout adjustments to support changing aircraft fleets
- Stand reconfiguration and densification
- Seasonal and dynamic stand planning
- Capacity recovery strategies in constrained environments
Aircraft Fleet Integration
Planning for safe and efficient integration of new aircraft types into existing apron environments.
Experience includes:
- Embraer E195-E2
- Airbus A350-900/1000
- Airbus A220-100/300
- Boeing 777X
- Boeing 787-10
Simulation and design work ensures compatibility with stand geometry, servicing requirements, and apron operations.
Aircraft Simulation Visualization (2D & 3D)
Development of simulation visuals to support both technical validation and stakeholder communication.
These outputs help confirm safety and feasibility while clearly illustrating operational impacts.
Includes:
- Aircraft stand and pushback simulations
- Wingtip clearance and safety envelope visualization
- Taxi path and maneuvering analysis
- GSE and servicing zone layout
- Vehicle circulation and operational interface mapping
Safety & Risk-Based Planning
Safety considerations are integrated into all planning and design work, with emphasis on how layouts perform in real operational environments.
Includes:
- Application of SMS-informed design thinking
- Identification and mitigation of operational risks
- Wingtip clearance validation and conflict resolution
- Stopline placement and usability improvements
- Addressing safety challenges in constrained apron layouts
Large Aircraft & Special Operations Planning
Planning for oversized or unique aircraft operations, including cargo and irregular movements.
Includes:
- Stand location and relocation planning
- Clearance verification and spatial assessment
- OLS considerations
- Coordination of operational parking strategies
Subject Matter Expert (SME) Support
Available to support as an independent SME for:
- Airside and terminal apron design reviews
- Operational feasibility assessments
- Validation of consultant layouts
- Aircraft compatibility and stand planning
- Safety-informed design decisions
Provides practical, experience-based input grounded in real-world apron operations and implementation.
On-Site Operational Coordination
Support during implementation of stand changes and apron modifications.
Includes:
- Coordination during stand reconfiguration
- Oversight of airside marking changes
- Working with paint crews and operations teams
- Maintaining safe operations during implementation
Previous experience includes leading apron-based implementation activities while maintaining operational continuity.
Technical Knowledge & Standards
Working familiarity with:
- ICAO airside standards
- Transport Canada guidance
- FAA and EASA planning considerations
- Airport-specific operational procedures
Applied in:
- Aircraft stand layout and markings
- Passenger boarding bridge interfaces
- Aircraft servicing zones
- Mixed aircraft environments
Future Capabilities
GNSS-based layout verification has been used in previous operational roles and may be incorporated into future service offerings as required.
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