Protecting Project Value Near Airports
Johnson Aviation helps airports, landowners, developers, public agencies, and project teams navigate airport
compatibility, airspace protection, FAA requirements, and development opportunities.
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Land Use
Planning
Protecting and Maximizing
Value Near Airports
Johnson Aviation helps public agencies, airport operators, landowners, and private developers ensure the highest and best use of land on and near airports. Our team evaluates airport compatibility requirements, development constraints, and long-term land use opportunities to maximize property value while protecting aviation safety and airport operations.
We work with developers and project teams to assess land use compatibility, avoid unnecessary project restrictions, and navigate local planning requirements. Our approach focuses on helping projects move forward successfully while maintaining compliance with airport land use policies, zoning regulations, and aviation-related development standards.
Services Include
- Airport land use compatibility analysis
- Development review and planning support
- Local zoning and land use compliance
- Airport influence area analysis
- Avigation easement evaluation and negotiation support
- ALUC coordination
- Development entitlement support
- Highest and best use studies
- Strategic land value protection
Near Airport Development
Navigating Development Opportunities
Near Airports
Development near airports presents unique challenges that can affect project feasibility, building design, market value, and approval timelines. Johnson Aviation works with developers, property owners, municipalities, and project teams to identify risks early and develop strategies that preserve development potential while satisfying airport safety and compatibility requirements.
Our evaluations address aircraft noise exposure, safety zones, overflight impacts, airspace protection requirements, and regulatory coordination with airport, state, and federal agencies.
Services include
- Airport compatibility assessments
- Noise impact evaluations
- Overflight analysis
- Safety and hazard analysis
- Airspace protection review
- ALUC coordination
- State DOT coordination
- FAA coordination
- Development planning near airports
- Site feasibility evaluations
Airspace Compliance
Protecting Development Value Through
Effective Airspace Planning
Project height directly impacts development value. Johnson Aviation helps property owners, developers, utilities, and infrastructure providers navigate FAA airspace regulations to maximize project potential while maintaining compliance with federal aviation requirements.
We manage the FAA airspace review process from initial screening through final determinations, helping clients avoid costly delays, redesigns, and loss of development potential.
Services Include
- FAA Form 7460-1 preparation and submission
- FAA Form 7460-2 coordination
- 14 CFR Part 77 compliance
- Airspace utilization analysis
- Obstruction evaluation support
- Height limitation analysis
- Crane permit and temporary structure reviews
- Data center siting analysis
- Power generation and utility siting
- Exhaust plume evaluations
- Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) siting
- Development optimization through airspace analysis
FAA Regulatory Compliance
Helping Airports and Developers Navigate Complex FAA Requirements.
Johnson Aviation provides technical and regulatory expertise to help clients understand and comply with FAA operational, safety, planning, and environmental requirements. We work closely with airports, project sponsors, consultants, and regulators to streamline approvals and reduce project risk.
Our experience spans airport operations, planning compliance, environmental coordination, and FAA regulatory reviews.
Services Include
- 14 CFR Part 139 compliance
- Airport planning standards
- FAA regulatory reviews
- Environmental planning coordination
- Airspace compliance and navigation review
- Security planning
- Construction Safety and Phasing Plans (CSPP)
- Operational assessments
- Peer review services
- Hazard evaluations
- Land use compatibility review
- Airport certification support
On-Airport Real Estate Services
Maximizing Airport Property Value Through Strategic Real Estate Planning
Airport real estate requires specialized knowledge of FAA requirements, airport operations, lease structures, and development constraints. Johnson Aviation helps airport operators, tenants, investors, and developers structure real estate opportunities that protect airport interests while supporting successful development outcomes.
We bring extensive experience negotiating complex airport property agreements and coordinating development projects requiring FAA, TSA, operational, and construction compliance.
Services Include
- Ground lease negotiations
- Through-the-Fence (TTF) agreements
- Airport operations agreements
- FAA compliance review
- TSA and security coordination
- Construction Safety and Phasing Plans (CSPP)
- Development strategy
- Term sheet development
- Lease restructuring and amendments
- Airport property development support
Heliport / Vertiport / AAM Planning
Planning for the Future of Aviation
Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOL), and next-generation aviation systems are creating new infrastructure demands across the country. Johnson Aviation helps public and private clients evaluate opportunities and prepare for future aviation technologies through comprehensive planning, site selection, and feasibility analysis.
Because this industry is evolving rapidly, we help clients understand both the known requirements and emerging challenges associated with future aviation infrastructure.
Services Include
- Vertiport planning
- Heliport planning
- Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) planning
- Site selection studies
- Facilities planning
- Environmental planning
- Land use compatibility analysis
- State permitting support
- Architectural and site planning coordination
- Safety and hazard analysis
- BESS placement analysis
- Electrical infrastructure planning
- Charging infrastructure evaluation
- Long-term phased development strategies
Solar Glare
Analysis
Evaluating Solar Projects for Aviation Safety and Regulatory Compliance
Solar energy projects near airports must be carefully evaluated to ensure compliance with FAA guidance and airport operational requirements. Johnson Aviation performs detailed solar glare analyses that identify potential impacts on pilots, air traffic control personnel, transportation corridors, and surrounding land uses.
Our evaluations help clients avoid costly redesigns while supporting successful project approvals.
Services Include
- Solar glare hazard assessments
- FAA glare analysis support
- Air traffic control tower evaluations
- Approach and departure path analysis
- Transportation corridor evaluations
- Residential impact assessments
- Airport compatibility assessments
- Solar PV layout optimization
- Mitigation recommendations
- Regulatory support and coordination
Dispute Resolution & Litigation Support
Aviation Planning Expertise
for Complex Disputes
Johnson Aviation provides technical aviation planning expertise for legal teams, public agencies, airport operators, developers, and private clients involved in planning, environmental, operational, and development-related disputes.
Our team helps clients understand the aviation implications of complex projects and provides objective technical analysis focused on aviation safety, regulatory compliance, and land use compatibility.
Services Include
- Technical planning review
- Land use compatibility analysis
- Airport operations evaluation
- Environmental review support
- Regulatory compliance analysis
- Expert witness support
- Settlement negotiations
- Aviation safety evaluations
- Development impact analysis
- Technical documentation and reporting