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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Nearly 300 pounds of meth hidden in fake solar panels nabbed at LAX

Customs officers intercepted nearly 300 pounds of methamphetamine hidden in fake solar panels at LAX, headed for export to New Zealand.
#delta-airlines
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

Flames from engine cause flight to declare emergency and return to LAX

Sun Country Airlines flight experienced an engine fire shortly after takeoff from Los Angeles, prompting an emergency landing.
California
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Calif. airport to spend $22.8M on noise mitigation for 400 residences

Federal funding of $81.3 million to California airports will be used to reduce noise pollution for residential communities.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

'I have no shame in openly weeping in airports.' Travelers brace for Fourth of July holiday crush

Over 72 million people nationwide are expected to travel more than 50 miles from June 28 to July 6, an increase of nearly 2 million travelers compared to last year. Around 61.6 million people are expected to travel by car over the holiday weekend, which is a 2.2% increase from last year.
Travel
#public-transportation
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago
Los Angeles

L.A. Travelers Can Now Skip Airport Traffic Thanks to This New Metro Transit Center

The opening of the LAX/Metro Transit Center simplifies access to LAX, enhancing travel efficiency and connectivity.
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago
Los Angeles

The LAX/Metro Transit Center Station Is Now Open-Here's How to Use It

LAX is improving public transportation options with the new LAX/Metro Transit Center Station and the upcoming Automated People Mover.
Los Angeles
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

The LAX/Metro Transit Center Station Is Now Open-Here's How to Use It

LAX is improving public transportation options with the new LAX/Metro Transit Center Station and the upcoming Automated People Mover.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

A trip to LAX without a car? Metro opens long-awaited LAX station

When the people mover finally opens, then we will have an international airport that will connect people from literally inside the terminals to the world and beyond through Metro.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Why it can take hours to get through customs at LAX for some unlucky travellers

In fiscal year 2024, U.S. Customs and Border Protection processed over 420 million travelers at ports of entry nationwide, indicating a 6.6% increase in traffic.
Los Angeles
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I visited airport lounges from Delta One and Virgin Atlantic. Both had nice perks, but one impressed me way more.

Both the lounges at LAX evoke a sense of old Hollywood glamour, yet they each offer unique atmospheres that cater to different preferences.
Los Angeles
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

LAX drops down the list of the world's busiest airports by passenger count

LAX has fallen in global airport rankings due to reduced domestic travel and poor recovery from the pandemic.
#virgin-atlantic
fromTravel + Leisure
4 months ago
London food

Virgin Atlantic's New LAX Lounge Opens Today-With a 'Zen Den,' Virtual Meet-and-greet With Richard Branson, and a Cinema

fromTravel + Leisure
4 months ago
London food

Virgin Atlantic's New LAX Lounge Opens Today-With a 'Zen Den,' Virtual Meet-and-greet With Richard Branson, and a Cinema

Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago

$5 billion approved for LAX to work with local businesses on its revamp

Los Angeles World Airport is set for a $30-billion overhaul with $5-billion worth of contracts approved to enhance the airport experience ahead of the 2028 Olympics.
fromNew York Post
7 months ago

Gonzaga basketball players were clueless about terrifying near-plane catastrophe

"We understand that the incident at LAX is under investigation and we will review this information as it becomes available. Our team members aboard the aircraft were unaware of the situation as it occurred and we are grateful that the incident ended safely for all." The university's email highlights their awareness of the situation only after the incident, signaling their gratitude for the team's safety.
Miscellaneous
fromABC7 Los Angeles
7 months ago

Near-miss between 2 planes at LAX caught on video

In a tense moment for air traffic control at LAX, a Key Lime Air flight was directed to halt just before crossing a runway while a Delta plane was in the process of taking off, highlighting the critical importance of communication in aviation safety.
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Miscellaneous
fromwww.dailynews.com
7 months ago

LAX air traffic control tells charter plane taxiing towards active runway to stop, stop stop'

Air traffic control successfully prevented a potential runway incursion involving Key Lime Air Flight 563 at LAX.
fromLos Angeles Times
7 months ago

'Stop, stop, stop': Air traffic control intervenes as planes near each other on LAX runway

What we have here is a scenario that requires immediate attention, as a chartered flight approached too close to a departing aircraft at a bustling LAX, leading to urgent instructions from a controller to stop. The situation could have escalated but was thankfully diffused in time.
Los Angeles
#tsa
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
Miscellaneous

TSA officer 'shocked' to find multiple prohibited items in a woman's bag at LAX, including fireworks, knives, and replica firearms

fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
Miscellaneous

TSA officer 'shocked' to find multiple prohibited items in a woman's bag at LAX, including fireworks, knives, and replica firearms

Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
7 months ago

3.2 million passengers expected at LAX this holiday season; still less than pre-pandemic

Holiday travel saw over 3.2 million expected passengers at LAX, indicating increased activity but still below pre-pandemic levels.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
7 months ago

Hannah Kobayashi speaks out for first time since returning to U.S. from Mexico

Hannah Kobayashi prioritizes healing and gratitude after her disappearance and return from Mexico.
fromLos Angeles Times
8 months ago

Woman sends cryptic message, misses flight from LAX then disappears, family says

Hannah's last message to us was alarming - she mentioned feeling scared, and that someone might be trying to steal her money and identity. We are gravely concerned for her safety.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 San Francisco
8 months ago

Alaska Airlines jet lands safely at LAX after losing tire on takeoff from D.C.

Alaska Airlines Flight 309 landed safely at LAX after losing a tire on takeoff, with no injuries reported among passengers.
fromLos Angeles Times
8 months ago

LAX security popped open student's suitcase, found her clothes soaked in meth, officials say

"Authorities intercepted Saakwa-Mante at her gate before her flight departed, and she briefly spoke to federal officials. She confirmed to agents that she owned the suitcase and outlined the global jaunt to meet her boyfriend."
California
fromLos Angeles Times
10 months ago

Waiting for a flight at LAX? You might be able to read a banned book

LAX is introducing a program to provide travelers access to banned books via temporary library cards to promote free literature.
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