Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) is in the midst of the largest public works project in the history of the City of Los Angeles. According to the Los Angeles Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC), the $4.1 billion in completed or on-going projects has created nearly 40,000 good-paying local jobs and pumps $6.89 billion into the local economy. Furthermore, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is directly responsible for 294,000 jobs in Los Angeles county and an additional 19,400 jobs in neighboring Southern California counties. Detailed information about the economic impact of LAX and the ongoing modernization program can be found in the reports below:
Los Angeles International Airport in 2011 - Economic Impact Analysis
LAX Airfield and Terminal Construction Projects - Economic Impact Analysis
The Economic Activity Dependent on Overseas Flights at LAX