RAPHAYEL GOMES
Aviation Operations Professional
Kolkata,WB
Summary
Strategic Airside Operations professional with 20+ years of aviation leadership experience across military and major civilian airports. Proven expertise in runway operations, AOCC Operations,Aerodrome Licensing, apron management, wildlife hazard control, aerodrome safeguarding, airfield works-in-progress, and DGCA/ICAO compliance. Experienced in infrastructure expansion planning and execution, stakeholder governance, and operational excellence initiatives aligned with high-growth airport environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head – Airside Operations
Kazi Nazrul Islam International Airport
05.2025 - Current
- Lead complete airside operations including runway, apron, safeguarding, wildlife, and regulatory compliance.
- Ensure adherence to DGCA CAR, ICAO Annex 14, and Aerodrome Licensing framework.
- Drive operational readiness for night and LVP operations.
- Oversee safety performance, inspections, and audit compliance.
- Support departmental Opex planning and operational performance tracking.
In-Charge – Airside Operations
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati
09.2021 - 04.2025
- Led runway capacity planning initiatives through ROT analysis, aircraft mix optimization, and ATC coordination.
- Played key leadership role in new apron expansion project (pavement, lighting, VDGS, utilities integration).
- Managed Airfield WIP ensuring zero major disruption to aircraft operations.
- Strengthened wildlife hazard control and habitat management framework.
- Liaised with DGCA, AAI ATC, Airlines, GHAs, Engineering, and Commercial stakeholders.
Apron Controller – ASO
Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Managed aircraft stand allocation and apron safety in high-density operational environment.
- Ensured compliance in aircraft movement, GSE control, and FOD prevention.
Aerodrome Supervisor
Indian Air Force
01.1998 - 01.2018
- 20 years of aerodrome operations leadership including runway inspections, visual aids monitoring, emergency preparedness, and ATC coordination in high-intensity environments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resource Management
Andhra University
Visakhapatnam, India 04.2001 -
Diploma Safety Officer - undefined
NIMS Bangalore
BangaloreMBA - Entrepreneurship & Leadership
Amity University
02-2026
Skills
Runway Operations & Low Visibility Procedures (LVP)
Wildlife Hazard Management & Habitat Control
Apron & Airside Vehicle Operations
Aerodrome Licensing & ICAO Annex 14 Compliance
Safety Management Systems (SMS) & Risk Assessment
Certification
Certified in SMS, Aerodrome Licensing, ICAO Annex 14, Disabled Aircraft Recovery From Kunz, Germany, Annex 9, GRF, Radio Telephony, Train the Trainer, 5S Auditor.
Timeline
Head – Airside Operations
Kazi Nazrul Islam International Airport
05.2025 - Current
In-Charge – Airside Operations
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati
09.2021 - 04.2025
Apron Controller – ASO
Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru
09.2019 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resource Management
Andhra University
04.2001 -
Aerodrome Supervisor
Indian Air Force
01.1998 - 01.2018
Diploma Safety Officer - undefined
NIMS Bangalore
MBA - Entrepreneurship & Leadership
Amity University