SUCCESS! PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE REMOVED FROM LAX CENTRAL TERMINAL AREA
(Los Angeles, CA) Following two nights of painstakingly precise work, construction crews have successfully removed the pedestrian bridge between Terminal 6 and Parking Structure 6 at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), marking a major milestone in the construction of an Automated People Mover, slated to open in 2023. The work was completed in a way that minimized the impact on airport guests, with complete closures of the roadway taking place after 2 a.m., during the time period with the fewest vehicles.
LAWA and Edge4Vets Connect Veterans with Hiring Managers to Leverage Military Experience in Civilian Job Market
(Los Angeles, CA) Today, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and Edge4Vets continued their partnership to connect military servicemen and women with jobs at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Going beyond the expectations of a conventional job fair, Edge4Vets brings veterans and hiring professionals together for a substantive discussion that highlights how veterans can discuss their military service with companies that are looking for skilled and motivated applicants. Seminar attendees connected with 20 representatives from 12 airport employers. In total, 26 people participated in today's program by attending the in-person training session or completing coursework online.
Guests Can Now Pre-Order Food for Pick-Up at Select LAX Restaurants as Part of a Newly Enhanced Digital Marketplace
(Los Angeles, CA) Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) guests can now save time and enjoy a more efficient experience thanks to a number of new digital services and the enhancement of the flyLAX.com website. This includes the ability to pre-order food and shop online by viewing products and menus for numerous restaurants and retail stores at LAX. Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) created the upgraded experience in partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) Airports.
LAWA Launches New App to Help Blind and Low Vision Guests Navigate LAX with a Smartphone and Virtual Guide
(Los Angeles, CA) Today, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) demonstrated a cutting-edge, app-based technology that allows blind and low vision guests to navigate Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) with the help of a live, internet-connected remote assistant. All that is needed to access the free service, which is now available at LAX, is a smartphone with a camera.
LAX Begins Central Terminal Area Transformation with Removal of Terminal 6 Pedestrian Bridge
(Los Angeles, CA) The removal of a pedestrian bridge connecting Terminal 6 to Parking Structure 6 at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) this month marks the beginning of significant construction within the central terminal area traffic loop and kicks off a new phase of Los Angeles World Airports’ (LAWA) multibillion-dollar transformation of the airport.
LAX, Otis College of Art and Design, Woodbury University Debut New Student Art for "100percentLA" Selfie Campaign
(Los Angeles, CA) With summer just around the corner, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) is excited to celebrate the season with the perfect mix of art and selfies. In partnership with Otis College of Art and Design and Woodbury University, LAWA has debuted original art and design work created by students from each school for the annual summer selfie campaign, "100percentLA," at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
(Los Angeles, CA) Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) today announced the completion of the reclaimed waterline relocation project, an activity needed to facilitate the future construction of several components of the Landside Access Modernization Program (LAMP).
LAWA AND LINXS LOOK BACK AT YEAR OF PROGRESS FOR AUTOMATED PEOPLE MOVER TRAIN
(Los Angeles, CA) Today marks one year since the Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved the $4.9 billion Public-Private Partnership (P3) contract with LAX Integrated Express Solutions (LINXS) to design, build, finance, operate and maintain the Automated People Mover (APM) system for Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA). Once completed in 2023, this monumental project will transform how travelers access Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
LAWA and LINXS Look Back at Year of Progress for Automated People Mover Train
(Los Angeles, CA) Today marks one year since the Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved the $4.9 billion Public-Private Partnership (P3) contract with LAX Integrated Express Solutions (LINXS) to design, build, finance, operate and maintain the Automated People Mover (APM) system for Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA). Once completed in 2023, this monumental project will transform how travelers access Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
LAX Celebrates National Pet Day with Tips for Guests Traveling with Pets
(Los Angeles, CA) Angelenos love their pets - and if someone is traveling through Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) with their furry friend, they are sure to be able to find an amenity to support their trip. In celebration of National Pet Day, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) is highlighting the amenities that make pet travel easier at LAX.
Full-Scale Emergency Response Exercise at LAX Draws Nearly 200 First Responders
(Los Angeles, CA) Nearly 200 emergency response personnel from 20 organizations took part today in the 2019 LAX Air Exercise (AirEx), a full-scale simulation designed to test Los Angeles International Airport’s (LAX’s) readiness to respond to an aircraft accident on the airfield.
Are You a Veteran Looking for a Job? Registration Opens for Edge4Vets Veterans' Job Readiness Seminar
(Los Angeles, CA) Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) is proud to support veteran employment opportunities with the return of the Edge4Vets career development program, which is celebrating its third year of partnering with Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to help veterans translate military skills and experience into quality careers in the civilian workplace. The program, which is free to U.S. job-seeking veterans, provides a unique opportunity for veterans to learn how to discuss their military service skills in ways that resonate with hiring professionals, and includes a seminar where veterans meet for face-to-face discussions with hiring managers and HR professionals. The seminar will be held on May 15 at the Hyatt Regency LAX.
