Capital Improvement Projects

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As one of the nation's busiest airports, LAX is a vital gateway to and from Southern California and the world. It is also one of the region's most important economic engines. Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), the city department that owns and operates LAX, continually works to enhance safety, security and service at the airport. As part of this ongoing effort, LAWA has launched a series of capital improvement projects under the "Re:LAX It’s All Good" banner.

These projects will improve airfield safety, facilitate more efficient baggage security screening, incorporate the latest information technology, and enhance passenger comfort and convenience. Together they mean better travel ahead. As with any construction project, there will be some temporary adjustments to everyday operations that travelers may experience. We appreciate your patience while these improvements are made and we will provide ongoing updates on progress and what to expect. We will do all we can to minimize any inconvenience.


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Bradley West Project Fact Sheet
The $1.545 Billion project will provide greater capacity to the Tom Bradley International Terminal’s west side with new gates to comfortably accommodate passenger loads for new generation aircraft and a great hall for premier dining and retail shopping. It is considered to be the largest public works project in the history of the City of Los Angeles and it will create 4,000 construction related jobs over the course of the four-year project schedule.

Fact Sheet
Tom Bradley International Terminal Modernization
$723.5 million for in-line baggage screening system and interior improvementsenhances customer service and convenience in LAX's international gateway terminal
Enhanced Passenger Experience at Tom Bradley International Terminal
The Enhanced Passenger Experience at the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) is another aspect of the international terminal’s revitalization. Its focus is on the aesthetic, rather than the practical, utilitarian aspects of the main modernization. This project focused on providing a “WOW Factor” the baggage claim area in Customs, Arrivals “Meeters and Greeters” and the mezzanine food court area.

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Video Art Project, Tom Bradley International Terminal
In collaboration with the L.A. Department of Cultural Affairs and under the City of Los Angeles’s Public Percent-for-Art Program, LAX created permanent video art displays at the Tom Bradley International Terminal Arrivals Lobby. The $250,000 art project creates an impressive and engaging environment for airport travelers and visitors.

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South Airfield Improvement Project
Construction of the new $333-million runway and center taxiway helps increase traveler safety

In-line Baggage Screening Systems
$642-million program will improve and automate the screening of checked baggage in Terminal 3 and the Tom Bradley International Terminal
Fact Sheet
Central Terminal Area Refurbishment Program
Interior upgrades will give terminals a brighter, more modern look while the Theme Building renovation helped restore and preserve this landmark building

Runway Status Lights
The installation of the $7 million state-of-the-artsystemhelps increase airfield safety
Fact Sheet
Crossfield Taxiway Project
The $89 million Crossfield Taxiway Project will connect the north and south airfield complexes at LAX with improved safety and efficiency.
Fact Sheet
Elevator, Escalator and Moving Walkway Modernization
This $270-million project will replace outdated systems with new, efficient, energy saving units to help speed passengers to their destinations
Fact Sheet
LAX LAFD Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) Station No. 80
The $13,546,500 ARFF will improve airfield safety by doubling the size of the original facility with seven bays to house and maintain rescue vehicles and emergency response equipment as well as accommodate 14 firefighters. Station 80 will be located on the airfield to respond to emergencies immediately.
Fact Sheet
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