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Mar 15 2018, 03:30 PM

"Friends of the LAX Dunes" Wins ACI-NA 2018 Environmental Achievement Award

(Los Angeles, CA) The Friends of the LAX Dunes (FOLD), a non-profit organization dedicated to restoring the coastal dune habitat at LAX, was recently selected as a recipient of the “Outreach, Education and Community Involvement” Environmental Achievement award from Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA). The award, which recognizes the joint commitment of Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and The Bay Foundation (TBF) to volunteerism and eco-conscious community engagement, was awarded recently at ACI-NA’s “Airports@Work” Conference in New Orleans, LA.

Mar 12 2018, 05:00 PM

Los Angeles World Airports Staff and Airport Police Attend Advanced Emergency Readiness Course

(Los Angeles, CA) Employees from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Van Nuys Airport (VNY), and first responders from the Airport Police Department (APD) and Los Angeles City Fire Department (LAFD) just returned from a one-week advanced emergency management training program designed to enhance inter-agency integration and operational efficiency in preparation for a possible emergency at LAX or VNY. The training is part of LAWA’s ongoing commitment to emergency preparedness and security innovation. It took place at Texas A&M's Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) in College Station, Texas, and was paid for through federal grant funding.

Mar 06 2018, 05:00 PM

Evgeny Tonkha Quartet Kicks Off Second Season of "LAX Presents" Entertainment Series

(Los Angeles, CA) Guests in Terminal 4 at Los Angeles International Airport experienced a classical start to their day with a performance by the Evgeny Tonkha Quartet kicking off the 2018 season of "LAX Presents" on Tuesday morning.

Mar 02 2018, 01:00 PM

LAX Modernization Projects Continue to Move Full Speed Ahead

(Los Angeles, CA) Work continues in March on the modernization of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

Mar 01 2018, 11:00 AM

The Bay Foundation Expands its Role at LAX Dunes

(Los Angeles, CA) The Bay Foundation (TBF) has signed a one-year agreement with the Los Angeles World Airport (LAWA) to conduct monitoring and continue restoration at the LAX Dunes. The LAX Dunes are the largest remaining coastal dune community in Southern California. TBF monitoring will assess the extent of LAWA’s restoration and provide reports with recommendations. Continued restoration will include monthly and special volunteer events, student internship projects, and expanded outreach efforts.

Feb 27 2018, 03:00 PM

One Year After Groundbreaking, Midfield Satellite Concourse Taking Shape

(Los Angeles, CA) One year ago this week, more than 250 guests joined Mayor Eric Garcetti and officials from the city and Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) to break ground on the $1.6-billion Midfield Satellite Concourse and an associated baggage handling project at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

Feb 26 2018, 04:30 PM

LAX Hosts Cargo-Focused Education Event With Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce

(Los Angeles, CA) Nearly 100 high school students from all over Los Angeles arrived at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) this morning for an up close and personal look at international trade at the nation’s second-busiest airport. The event is part of an ongoing education series coordinated by World Trade Week (WTW) Education Committee and International Trade Education Programs (ITEP). The day included an airfield tour and a visit to Delta Air Lines’ cargo facilities, as well as having the students work with mentors from the Los Angeles Air Cargo Association and Customs and Border Protection to apply their problem-solving skills to cargo-related scenarios.

Feb 23 2018, 05:00 PM

Traffic Advisory: Closures at 104th St./Aviation Blvd.

SoCal Gas will close a portion of 104th Street and one of the two northbound lanes of Aviation Boulevard in the vicinity for inspection and cleaning of a pipeline

Feb 23 2018, 12:30 PM

Music is in the Air at LAX

(Los Angeles, CA) Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and Grand Performances are excited to announce the 2018 LAX Presents line-up, which will feature musical acts, dancers, a DJ and even puppeteers.

Feb 16 2018, 02:00 PM

TSA, LAWA Partner to Demonstrate State-of-the-Art Security Technologies at LAX

Los Angeles, CA) The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) today highlighted two security checkpoint technologies that are currently being piloted at Los Angeles International Airport’s (LAX) Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT). These systems are designed to enhance security while easing the screening process for travelers.

Feb 15 2018, 02:00 PM

LAWA RECOMMENDS LINXS TO DESIGN, BUILD, FINANCE, OPERATE & MAINTAIN THE AUTOMATED PEOPLE MOVER AT LAX

(Los Angeles, CA) Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) Board of Airport Commissioners (BOAC) has approved LAX Integrated Express Solutions (LINXS) as the Recommended Developer (RD) and has initiated the first agreement between the parties. The agreement with LINXS sets in motion the path towards full contract approval by BOAC and the Los Angeles City Council in April to design, build, finance, operate and maintain (DBFOM) the Automated People Mover (APM) at LAX.

Feb 13 2018, 05:00 PM

Flying Kisses From LAX PUPs and Southwest Airlines Delight Passengers at Terminal 1

(Los Angeles, CA) This morning, visitors to Los Angeles International Airport’s (LAX) Terminal 1 were met with a pack of love: nearly 20 of LAX’s Pets Unstressing Passengers (PUPs) canines (and their human volunteers) were eagerly waiting to greet the guests.