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Feb 20 2025, 07:00 PM

LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS AND COUNCILMEMBER NITHYA RAMAN ANNOUNCE REVISED DEPARTURE PROCEDURES TO IMPROVE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR SAN FERNANDO VALLEY RESIDENTS

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and Councilmember Nithya Raman (Los Angeles 4th District) are pleased to announce the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) publication of revised and redesigned departure procedures for Van Nuys Airport (VNY).

Feb 19 2025, 10:41 PM

CITY COUNCIL APPROVES LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS $5B MULTIPLE AWARD TASK ORDER CONTRACT FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

(Los Angeles) The Los Angeles City Council today approved Los Angeles World Airports’ (LAWA) latest Multiple Award Task Order Contract, or MATOC, for design-build and construction services. The overall contract, which is valued at $5 billion and includes 51 contractual agreements, assembles a pool of pre-qualified design-builders and construction contractors that can support forthcoming projects in LAWA's multi-billion-dollar Capital Improvement Program.

Jan 07 2025, 08:00 AM

LAWA NAMES NEW DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS FOR MAJOR EVENTS & STRATEGY AND STRATEGY, INNOVATION & EXPERIENCE

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) announces the appointment of Erin M. Trapp and Courtney Moore as Deputy Executive Directors, strengthening the organization’s focus on major events, strategy, innovation, and guest experience as part of its commitment to modernization and excellence.

Dec 20 2024, 10:22 PM

LAX EXPECTS MORE THAN 3.2 MILLION WINTER HOLIDAY TRAVELERS, SHARES TRAVEL TIPS

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is preparing for one of its busiest periods of the year as the winter holiday travel period began Thursday, Dec. 19 and continues through Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025. During this time, the airport expects to serve more than 3.2 million passengers, with peak volumes anticipated on Dec. 21, 27, 30 and Jan. 2, 2025.

Nov 21 2024, 10:22 PM

LAX PREPARES FOR BUSY THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY TRAVEL, OFFERS TIPS FOR SMOOTH AIRPORT EXPERIENCE

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) anticipates a busy Thanksgiving holiday travel period, which spans from Thursday, Nov. 21 to Monday, Dec. 2. The airport projects over 2.2 million passengers to transit through the airport during that time, with the busiest travel day expected to be on Sunday, Nov. 24.

Nov 19 2024, 09:20 AM

LAX'S AUTOMATED PEOPLE MOVER BEGINS NEW PHASE OF TESTING INTO CENTRAL TERMINAL AREA

LOS ANGELES — Employees and guests at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) can now catch a glimpse of the Automated People Mover (APM), as a new phase of testing will bring train cars through the Central Terminal Area (CTA). This is a key milestone for the APM testing team, with the first train vehicles crossing over Sepulveda and Century boulevards, and entering the CTA for the first time ever.

Nov 01 2024, 06:38 PM

LAX UNVEILS NEW MURAL IN TERMINAL 4: EVERYDAY TRANSCENDENCE BY ALLISON KUNATH

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has introduced a new mural titled Everyday Transcendence by artist Allison Kunath, located in Terminal 4’s concourse. The 226-foot-wide artwork showcases bold sunburst patterns and over 60 colors transitioning from cool blues to warm hues, symbolizing movement and human connection. This installation, part of LAX’s Terminal 4 renovations, aims to enrich the passenger experience with a moment of reflection and gratitude. The mural is now on display for ticketed passengers.

Oct 25 2024, 06:38 PM

2000+ LAUSD AND LOCAL STUDENTS ATTEND AVIATION CAREER DAYS AT LAX AND VAN NUYS AIRPORT

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) recently held two Aviation Career Days at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY), in partnership with several business and community partners, providing a unique opportunity for students from Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) and other local schools to explore careers in the aviation industry.

Oct 18 2024, 11:45 PM

HIRELAX APPRENTICESHIP READINESS PROGRAM CELEBRATES 500 GRADUATES

With the graduation of its 22nd cohort, the HireLAX Apprenticeship Readiness Program has now trained over 500 local residents for skilled careers in construction. This program plays a key role in supporting Los Angeles International Airport’s (LAX) multi-billion-dollar infrastructure projects while providing life-changing opportunities for underrepresented communities in Los Angeles.

Oct 09 2024, 02:00 PM

INNOVATIVE RELOCATION OF MIDFIELD SATELLITE CONCOURSE SOUTH TERMINAL SEGMENTS NOW UNDERWAY AT LAX

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) has begun the process of relocating all nine segments of the Midfield Satellite Concourse (MSC) South project from the offsite construction location to the airfield at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Today marked the successful delivery of the project’s third segment to the project site, which is located south of the West Gates at Tom Bradley International Terminal.

Sep 26 2024, 07:02 PM

LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS REMOVES FOREVER CHEMICALS FROM ONE OF THE LARGEST AIRCRAFT RESCUE FIREFIGHTING RESPONSE FLEETS IN THE US

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) is nearing completion of a pioneering project to remove firefighting foam containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from its entire fleet of Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY). This initiative will make LAWA among the first airport operators in California to transition to fluorine-free foam (F3) and positions it as a leader in environmental stewardship and firefighter safety.

Sep 24 2024, 08:03 PM

LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS CELEBRATES LAX VOLUNTEERS

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) celebrated more than 100 volunteers who assist guests at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) at its annual recognition dinner. The event recognized volunteers for the important role they serve in helping guests navigate one of the world's busiest airports.