(Los Angeles) The Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners today approved an agreement that sets a construction completion date of December 8, 2025, for Los Angeles International Airport’s (LAX) Automated People Mover (APM) train. The train will begin full operations in January 2026. It will be available to ticketed passengers, their guests and airport employees for free, and is expected to carry 30 million passengers a year, resulting in an estimated 42 million fewer vehicle miles annually.
(Los Angeles) Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) anticipates a busy Fourth of July holiday, with increased passenger and vehicle traffic expected through July 8. Travel experts project nationwide travel volumes to rise 5% from the same period last year. LAX estimates over 2 million passengers will pass through its terminals from Thursday, June 27 to Monday, July 8. This sustained higher volume of passenger activity is expected to continue through Labor Day weekend.
(Los Angeles) Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is gearing up for another bustling summer travel season, kicking off with Memorial Day weekend. As residents and visitors prepare for the holiday weekend, LAX is anticipating an increase in daily passengers from now until the end of the month.
(Los Angeles) Already a recipient of notable design, passenger experience and sustainability awards, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)’s West Gates at Tom Bradley International Terminal has gained further recognition with state and national Engineering Excellence Honor Awards from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC). ACEC’s annual state and national award programs are juried by industry, government and academic experts and celebrate projects that showcase innovation, creative problem-solving and engineering’s unique ability to improve the world.
(Los Angeles) Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) welcomed more than 150 representatives of small and local businesses to the LAWA Concession Opportunities at LAX Outreach and Networking Event, which was held yesterday at The Proud Bird event center. Attendees learned about future contracting opportunities for concessionaires, contractors, and vendors to support new and modernized facilities and guest services at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
(Los Angeles) Yesterday, Los Angeles World Airport (LAWA)’s HireLAX Apprenticeship Readiness Program celebrated the graduation of its 425th pre-apprentice and 19th cohort. The milestone follows the initiative's receipt of $1 million of federal grant money in the summer of 2023, presented by Congresswoman Maxine Waters. With a mission of maximizing the positive local economic impact of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)’s multimillion-dollar transformation, HireLAX provides free training, career opportunities and ongoing mentorship for individuals from the airport’s surrounding communities.
(Los Angeles, CA) Today, Los Angeles World Airports’ (LAWA) Chief Executive Officer John Ackerman announced three new appointments to the executive leadership team – Ms. Marla Bleavins as Chief Airport Administrative Officer, Mr. Robert Lowe as Chief People and Culture Officer, and Ms. Becca Doten as Chief of Staff.
(Los Angeles) March and April bring longer days, warmer weather, and increased travel. As the spring break travel period gets underway this month in Southern California, Los Angeles World Airports is ready to welcome an increase in travelers at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) between now and the end of April.
(Los Angeles, CA) Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), in partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) Airports, is pleased to announce the opening of new dining and retail concepts delivering an elevated guest experience at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).