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Sep 03 2021, 05:00 PM

HIRELAX GRADUATES FIRST YOUTH-FOCUSED COHORT, AGES 17-24, READY TO BUILD FUTURE OF LAX

(Los Angeles, CA) Today, the HireLAX Apprenticeship Readiness Program celebrated the graduation of its first youth cohort, which included 21 students ages 17-24. The participants, who comprise the highly successful program's 10th cohort, are now ready to pursue construction trade apprenticeships.

Sep 02 2021, 10:00 AM

SEPTEMBER MODERNIZATION HIGHLIGHTS: Key Updates on Construction Projects at LAX and VNY

(Los Angeles, CA) Each month, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) shares updates on current and upcoming construction projects at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY).

Sep 01 2021, 10:30 AM

LAX PREPARES FOR LABOR DAY WEEKEND, LAUNCHES FOOD DELIVERY ROBOT

(Los Angeles, CA) The Labor Day holiday weekend marks the unofficial end of the busy summer travel season at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), and is expected to be about twice as busy as last year with more people returning to the skies. Because of the potentially busier weekend, it's important for travelers to plan ahead.

Aug 12 2021, 03:30 PM

LOS ANGELES BOARD OF AIRPORT COMMISSIONERS UNANIMOUSLY SELECTS BEATRICE HSU AS ITS NEW PRESIDENT

(Los Angeles, CA) Today, the Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners (BOAC) unanimously elected Commissioner Beatrice Hsu to the position of President. Hsu replaces Sean Burton, who joined the Commission and was elected President in Sept. 2013, and who will continue to serve as a commissioner. Vice President Valeria Velasco, the longest serving commissioner in BOAC’s history with nearly 16 years of experience, will continue in her current role.

Aug 02 2021, 08:00 AM

AUGUST MODERNIZATION HIGHLIGHTS: Key Updates on Construction Projects at LAX and VNY

(Los Angeles, CA) Each month, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) shares updates on current and upcoming construction projects at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY).

Jul 19 2021, 10:30 AM

CONSTRUCTION BEGINS ON $230 MILLION RENOVATION PROJECT AT LAX TERMINAL 6

(Los Angeles, CA) Work has begun on a $230 million project that will greatly improve the guest experience at Terminal 6 at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), including a complete overhaul of the gate areas and lounges, and the replacement of passenger boarding bridges.

Jul 15 2021, 11:00 AM

LOS ANGELES BOARD OF AIRPORT COMMISSIONERS APPROVES ACQUISITION OF MORE THAN $1 BILLION IN TERMINAL IMPROVEMENTS

(Los Angeles, CA) Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) recently took the next step in its $14.5-billion modernization of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) as the Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners (BOAC) unanimously approved the appropriation of more than $1 billion to fund the final and largest phase of construction for the modernization of Terminals 4 and 5.

Jul 12 2021, 03:40 PM

LAX CONSOLIDATED RENT-A-CAR FACILITY CELEBRATES CONCRETE TOPPING OFF

(Los Angeles, CA) Los Angeles International Airport’s (LAX) Consolidated Rent-A-Car (ConRAC) facility is a big step closer to completion after officially topping off the structure with the last of 233,000 cubic yards of concrete poured since breaking ground in 2019.

Jul 08 2021, 05:00 PM

LOS ANGELES BOARD OF AIRPORT COMMISSIONERS APPROVES PHASING OUT SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BOTTLES AT LAX AND VAN NUYS AIRPORTS

(Los Angeles, CA) In support of Los Angeles World Airports’ bold plan to move toward zero waste in its facilities, today the Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners (BOAC) unanimously approved phasing out single-use plastic water bottles at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys general aviation (VNY) airport.

Jul 06 2021, 08:00 AM

LAX CELEBRATES 60th ANNIVERSARY OF THE 'JET AGE' TERMINALS AS ICONIC AIRPORT ENTERS NEW AGE

LAX is celebrating 60 years since the dedication of the "Jet Age" terminals. Here's a look at the past, present and future of the West Coast's premier gateway to the world.

Jul 02 2021, 02:00 PM

MORE THAN 150 STUDENTS ATTEND VIRTUAL LAX AVIATION CAREERS EDUCATION ACADEMY

(Los Angeles, CA) Last week, middle and high school students from local schools, as well as other states, completed Los Angeles International Airport's (LAX) Aviation Careers Education (ACE) Academy, which was held virtually. This year, more than 150 students participated in the program, breaking the previous year's record of 75 students.

Jul 02 2021, 08:00 AM

JULY MODERNIZATION HIGHLIGHTS: Key Updates on Construction Projects at LAX and VNY

(Los Angeles, CA) Each month, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) shares updates on current and upcoming construction projects at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY).