Inés Galán is an expert in CNS/ATM systems with over 10 years of experience in international airport consulting. She has worked on air navigation projects, airport infrastructure design, and the optimization of aeronautical systems in regions such as East Africa, the Persian Gulf, and Eastern Europe.
Her career stands out for her ability to lead complex projects encompassing operational design, strategic planning, and the deployment of technological solutions in airfields and ATC environments.
Her experience is complemented by a strong technical background in aeronautical engineering, as well as specialized certifications in airspace analysis and optimization. Since 2018, she has been part of the Airport Gurus team, where she plays a key role in airport design, CNS/ATM systems planning, and project management.
Professional Biography
International experience in CNS/ATM consulting
Inés has developed critical projects at multiple airports and regions worldwide, participating in both greenfield infrastructure design and the modernization of aeronautical systems. Her work includes the implementation of navigation and surveillance systems, optimization of airfield operations, and improvement of air traffic management processes.
Airspace design and control systems
She has led airspace design projects, integrating solutions focused on efficiency, operational safety, and technological adaptation. She also has experience in the design of runway and apron control systems from the tower, with a focus on optimizing aircraft flow and operational coordination.
Leadership in complex navigation aid projects
Inés has managed highly complex projects related to the siting, design, and deployment of navigation aids at international airports. Her work covers feasibility studies, preliminary design, technical supervision, and coordination with aeronautical authorities.
Role at Airport Gurus: Airport management, design, and planning
Since 2018, Inés has served as Project Manager & Airport Consultant at Airport Gurus, participating in projects related to:
- Airfield design and validation, including studies for runway extensions.
- Design and specifications of AGL (Airfield Ground Lighting) and technical reviews for different airports.
- Preliminary and detailed design of CNS/ATM systems, as well as technical specifications and asset evaluation.
- Management of procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning processes for CNS/ATM systems.
- Safeguarding studies for new airport developments.
- Feasibility studies for Remote Towers, including design, tendering, and coordination with authorities.
- Development of concepts for vertiports and U-space users (AAM, UAM).
- CAPEX and OPEX analysis applied to the airport business.
Areas of Expertise
- Design and optimization of CNS/ATM systems.
- Airspace design and ATS procedures.
- Airfield planning and design.
- AGL design and specifications.
- Navigation aids and surveillance systems.
- Management of complex airport projects.
- Safeguarding studies and operational impact analysis.
- Technical evaluation and development of advanced concepts: Remote Towers, U-space, AAM/UAM.
Academic Background
- Master in Sustainable Air Transport Management (UNITAR), 2021–2022.
- Master in Airport and Aviation Management – ITAérea Aeronautical Business School, 2015–2016.
- MSc in Aeronautical Engineering – Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, 2006–2014.
- Thesis: “Analysis of Trajectories for RPAS Integration into Non-Segregated Airspace”. Grade: A+.
