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Apr 04 2022, 10:00 AM

SUPER BOWL, INCREASING TRAVEL BOOST LAX PASSENGER NUMBERS IN FEBRUARY

(Los Angeles, CA) Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) reported today that more than 4 million passengers used Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in February 2022, over 150% more than in the same month last year, and also a gain over January 2022, despite having three fewer days.

Apr 01 2022, 02:00 PM

APRIL 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).

Mar 29 2022, 02:00 PM

MAYOR ERIC GARCETTI, LAWA, DELTA AIR LINES CELEBRATE RIBBON-CUTTING OF REIMAGINED HEADHOUSE FOR TERMINALS 2 AND 3

(Los Angeles, CA) Today, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti joined Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and Delta Air Lines in a ribbon-cutting ceremony to unveil the new Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Terminals 2 and 3 centralized headhouse, part of a joint $2.3 billion project that will completely reimagine the current Delta-dedicated facilities, some of which dated back to 1961.

Mar 28 2022, 10:00 AM

HIRELAX GRADUATES 20 NEW STUDENTS READY TO BUILD FUTURE OF LAX

(Los Angeles, CA) On Friday, March 25, the HireLAX Apprenticeship Readiness Program celebrated the graduation of students from its 11th cohort. The 20 new graduates are now ready to pursue construction trade apprenticeships.

Mar 26 2022, 09:00 AM

LAX'S ICONIC GATEWAY PYLONS TO GO DARK FOR EARTH HOUR 2022

(Los Angeles, CA) Tonight, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) will turn off its iconic gateway pylons in recognition of Earth Hour. The airport will join hundreds of landmarks, cities and organizations around the world to raise awareness of climate change and highlight Los Angeles World Airports' (LAWA) ongoing commitment to sustainable operations.

Mar 21 2022, 11:00 AM

LAX UNVEILS COMMUNITY MURAL ON NEWLY CONSTRUCTED AIRPORT POLICE FACILITY

(Los Angeles, CA) Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), in partnership with the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs, is proud to announce the completion of a large outdoor mural on the newly constructed Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Police Facility that reflects the history and significance of the surrounding community.

Mar 18 2022, 11:00 AM

TSA LAUNCHES LEADING-EDGE PASSENGER IDENTIFICATION TECHNOLOGY AT LAX CHECKPOINTS

(Los Angeles, CA) The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has introduced new facial recognition technology to verify the identity of guests at some of the airport’s security checkpoints.

Mar 08 2022, 09:00 AM

LAX WELCOMES LOW-FARE AIRLINE BREEZE AIRWAYS WITH ADVANCED CHECK-IN PROCESS, ANNOUNCES NEW ROUTES FROM LOS ANGELES MARKET

(Los Angeles, CA) – Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) welcomes Breeze Airways to its fleet of airlines offering coast-to-coast service in time for the anticipated busy summer travel season. Beginning in June and July, Breeze Airways will expand service for LAX passengers with direct flights on three brand-new routes from LAX to Providence, R.I., Norfolk, Va., and Savannah, Ga.

Mar 07 2022, 02:30 PM

LAX RECEIVES ART DONATION FROM FOX STUDIOS

(Los Angeles, CA) - The Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners unanimously voted on March 3 to accept a large-scale abstract painting by Renée Petropoulos titled “Just What Is Your Position," which is being donated by Fox Studios. The large-format artwork will serve as a visual landmark for airport guests who will use the brand-new Terminal 2/3 ticketing lobby at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) when it opens in April 2022.

Mar 05 2022, 08:00 AM

MARCH 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).

Mar 03 2022, 03:30 PM

PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE STRUCTURE CONNECTING TERMINAL 1 TO LAX PEOPLE MOVER STATION SUCCESSFULLY INSTALLED

(Los Angeles, CA) Today, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) announced the successful placement of a fourth pedestrian bridge structure in the Central Terminal Area (CTA) over World Way. The crossing over the roadway will connect the Automated People Mover (APM) Center CTA station to the extension of Terminal 1 once the train system is complete.

Mar 03 2022, 09:00 AM

LAX AND NETWORK FOR TEACHING ENTREPRENEURSHIP SHARE BUSINESS WISDOM WITH MORE THAN 270 STUDENTS

(Los Angeles, CA) On two consecutive Tuesdays, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) organization hosted two virtual sessions for more than 270 middle and high school students from three schools who are interested in entrepreneurship.