ABOUT US

HOLISTIC | INNOVATIVE | STRATEGIC

Merchant Aviation is a full-service aviation consulting firm focusing on Airport Development initiatives with innovative, holistic solutions for today’s result-oriented aviation decision makers. Our principals have worked at more than 50 airports around the world. Their experience includes strategic visioning, airport planning, design and construction, airline operations and financial feasibility studies.

Some of our noteworthy projects include Newark Liberty International Airport Long-term redevelopment plan, JFK Cargo Master Plan, LGA Terminal Replacement project, San Francisco Domestic Terminal Redevelopment Plan, Newark Terminal A Replacement Program, Dallas-Fort Worth International airport, long-term redevelopment plan, Seattle-Tacoma New International Arrivals Facility Planning Study, JFK Aeronautical Area Improvement Program, among many others.

Each team member brings over 30 years of diverse experience working with Airlines, Airports and Regulatory agencies. This experience translates to an acute understanding of navigating the multifaceted relationships between FAA, airports, airlines and the passengers they serve.

Our holistic, strategic and innovative approach to development of large-scale airport capital Improvement programs provides excellent passenger experience, enhanced operational efficiencies, and balanced capacity, all while maintaining and growing airport revenues.

Recently, French-based Groupe ADP took an interest in Merchant Aviation, LLC. Groupe ADP, formerly Aéroports de Paris or ADP (Paris Airports), is an international airport operator based in Paris (France). Groupe ADP owns and manages Parisian international airports Charles de Gaulle Airport, Orly Airport and Le Bourget Airport, all gathered under the brand Paris Aéroport since 2016.

Groupe ADP operates 26 international airports. Groupe ADP is owned by the company Aéroports de Paris S.A., which is publicly listed at the Euronext Paris (SBF 120 and mid 60). ADP International, S.A. is part of the Groupe ADP and owns ADP Ingénierie. ADP Ingénierie was created in 2000 as a fully owned subsidiary to provide large-scale Airport planning, design and engineering solutions for airport-related capital development projects.

SERVICES

services we offer:

Whether the challenge is to create a master plan for a new airport or to refurbish and expand existing facilities to address regulatory compliance, aging infrastructure, growing demand and ever-changing business models, our team is highly experienced in managing multi-million dollar aviation capital improvement projects from inception to commissioning.

Our team’s Integrated development approach and Innate ability to lead large complex operations, achieve objectives, providing strategic and tactical solutions, while increasing efficiency and revenue has made Merchant Aviation a Trusted advisor who is focused on delivering flexible, scalable and environmentally sustainable solutions.

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    Master and Site Planning
    • Strategic Master Planning
    • Visioning Studies
    • Land use and Urban Planning
    • ALP updates
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    Facilities Planning
    • Airfield and Airspace Planning
    • Terminal Planning and Programming
    • Landside Planning
    • Cargo and Support Facilities
    • Intermodal Facilities
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    Operational Planning and Feasibility Studies
    • Constructability and Phasing Analysis
    • Operational Readiness Planning
    • Costumer Service Enhancement
    • Process Redesign
    • Non-Aeronautical Revenue Enhancement
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    Program Management
    • Comprehensive Design Review
    • Professional Services
    • Policies and Procedures
    • Program Accounting, Reporting and Analysis
    • Program Scheduling, Cost Control and Budget Management
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    Operational Readiness, Activation, and Transition

    The Mav team successfully provided ORAT support at airports such as EWR Global Gateway Project, ORD, and Mumbai T2 (India).
    Our Comprehensive and holistic ORAT process includes:

    • ORAT Planning and Program Implementation
    • ORAT Operational Trials
    • Develop Opening Day Strategies
    • Trials and Familiarization Strategies
    • Training and O & M Strategies
    • System Performance and Operational Alignment
    • System Integration and Verification
    • Functional Testing and Handover
    • Stakeholder Engagement
    • Schedule and Cost Risk Mitigation
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    Airport Innovation
    • Collaborative Workshops
    • Peer Reviews
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    Air Service Development and Strategic Aviation Advisory
    • Air Service Market Research and Strategies
    • Business Cases and Route Forecasts
    • Airline Outreach Strategies and Support
    • Aviation Business Intelligence
    • Airport Traffic Forecasts

OUR TEAM

Kiran Merchant
Vice Chairman
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Kiran has over 30 years experience in aviation planning, design and construction management in large-scale aviation projects.
Joël Couillandeau
CEO
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Joël has 15+ years of global experience overseeing complex airport projects within Groupe ADP, spanning from strategic planning to design and construction.
Raymond Quesada
Vice President of Operations
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Ray brings over 40 years of experience in Project Management, Design and Construction Management, of which over 20 years has been devoted to airport design and construction at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
Ahmed Soua
Manager Airport Planner
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Ahmed is a civil engineer and project manager with 25 years of experience in the airport sector specialized in passenger terminal planning and design.
David Tomber
Sr. Airport Planner
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Edmond J. Harrison
Director Comml/Revenue
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Ed Harrison is an airport transportation executive with extensive experience and knowledge in the business of airports.
Pawel R. Mankowski
Asst. Dir. of Ops. - SC Region
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Pawel is a senior airport planner and senior project manager, with more than 16 years of professional experience providing a wide-range of airport planning services for international and domestic airports. 

Stephane Dauba
Regional Director - SC Region
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Stephane brings 24+ years of experiences from Design, PMC, Construction Management and Maintenance of Airport’s infrastructure.
Eugene Leung
Terminal Planner
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Eugene is a Registered Architect with 15 years of Global experience, specializing in large scale airport developments projects, office towers, and mixed-use urban development projects.
Max Bohn
Air Service Devt. Manager
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Max is a Commercial Aviation Engineer with nearly 10 years of experience and a track record of success in driving growth and leading strategic initiatives within the airport and airline sectors in South America.
Srivaths Sriram
Airport Planner
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Srivaths is experienced in airport planning, operational readiness, project management, logistics planning and execution, and airport operations.
Waguih F. Ouess
Aviation Consultant
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Waguih brings over 30 years of aviation planning, airline operations and customer service experience to our firm.
Jinsook Lee
Terminal Planner
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Jinsook graduated in Master in Science of Architecture and Urban Design at Columbia University. Prior she worked as an architect in South Korea dealing with a variety of projects including residential, educational and commercial.
Cindy Chao
Airport Planner
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Cindy Chao is a recent graduate of Columbia University’s Master’s of Science Degree in Architecture and Urban Design and brings 2D,3D, mapping software and graphic design skills to the design team.
Jared Payne
Terminal Planner
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Jared is a terminal planner specializing in project management and airport innovation.
Sarahi Barrios
Airport Planner
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Chinedu Adiele
Junior Terminal Planner
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Chinedu holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, as well as a Master of Science in Architecture and Urban Design degree from Columbia University.
Javier Manzione
Graphic Designer
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Javier Manzione is graphic designer with over 15 years of experience in print, web and video animation.
Aadil Haque
Junior Airport Planner
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Aadil is an Unmanned System Pilot and Engineer with industry experience in the Domestic and international Markets and now a forward focus on Advanced Air Mobility (AAM).
Justin Edwards
Junior Airport Planner
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Justin Edwards is a Junior Airport Planner at Merchant Aviation with 5+ years of experience in computer-aided design, space planning, and project management.
June Mingyang Yuan
Junior Terminal Planner
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Manav Patel
Junior Airport Planner
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Manav is a Junior Airport Planner at Merchant Aviation, supporting planning and design initiatives at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
Mrunmayi Mandan
Junior Terminal Planner
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Mrunmayi is a Junior Terminal Planner specializing in architecture and urban design. She has two years of experience in large scale planning, hospitality and commercial projects.
Manon Martino-Gauchi
Junior Airport Planner
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Manon is a Junior Airport Planner with a master’s degree in Airport Planning and Design from the Florida Institute of Technology, as well as a degree in Aerospace Engineering from the French Civil Aviation School.