LAX
Coverage of LAX in the Nexus archive.
- Flights between L.A. and Hawaii disrupted as Hurricane Lala hits the Big Island
Flights traveling from L.A. to Hawaii have been disrupted due to Hurricane Lala hitting the Big Island. On Saturday, several service flights departing from LAX were canceled, impacting various destinations such as Kona, Maui, Kauai, and Honolulu.
- Flights between L.A. and Hawaii disrupted as Hurricane Lala hits the Big Island
Hurricane Lala has disrupted flights between L.A. and Hawaii, causing several services to be canceled on Saturday. Cancellations included routes to Kona, Maui, Kauai, and Honolulu.
- LAX people mover is 99% done, but uncertainty mounts near deadline
The long-awaited LAX Skylink train, or people mover, is 99% complete but faces rising uncertainty. This concern is driven by bond ratings falling into junk territory and looming 2026 deadlines. These factors raise the possibility of default and termination.
- LAX people mover is 99% done, but uncertainty mounts near deadline
The LAX Skylink people mover system is reported to be 99% complete, yet its viability faces increasing uncertainty. This instability is driven by bond ratings sinking into junk territory and looming 2026 deadlines which raise the specter of default or termination.
- Workers at airline catering company serving LAX allege unsanitary, unsafe conditions
Workers from a catering group serving Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) have filed a complaint alleging they are forced to work in unsanitary and unsafe conditions. This facility is operated by The Flying Food Group and supplies in-flight meals for numerous international and domestic carriers near LAX.
- LAX to receive $269M grant from the federal government
LAX is set to receive $289 million from the Federal Aviation Administration through its Airport Infrastructure Grants program to improve infrastructure, enhance safety, and add family-friendly features. The funds will specifically finance a new terminal access road, with additional grants announced for other airports nationwide.
- LAX people mover contractor sues city over ongoing dispute with airport
The contractor for the LAX automated people mover train, Skylink, has sued the city over delays in the project. The developer attributes the ongoing setbacks to the city's actions.
- LAX people mover contractor sues city over ongoing dispute with airport
The contractor for the LAX automated people mover train, Skylink, has sued the city over delays in the project. The developer attributes the ongoing setbacks to the city's actions.
- Seventh measles case in L.A. County this year identified as international traveler at LAX
An international traveler at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has been identified as the seventh measles case in Los Angeles County this year, according to health officials.
- LAX’s long, frustrating journey to your rideshare
LAX's process for reaching rideshare services is described as long and frustrating. The article contrasts the ease of landing at LAX with the difficulty of accessing Uber.
- TSA rolling out major scanner upgrade at LAX
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is rolling out a $781 million scanner upgrade at LAX to simplify security checkpoints during peak summer travel, including FIFA World Cup-related trips.
- Health officials warn about possible measles exposure at LAX, airport hotel
Los Angeles County health officials are warning about possible measles exposure at LAX and two other locations. The case was confirmed in a traveler who was infectious at the airport, another location, and healthcare settings. The traveler arrived on a flight but specific details are not provided.
- Skydiver reported near LAX, conjuring memories of 'jetpack man'
A military transport plane pilot landing at LAX reported seeing a skydiver in a wingsuit Sunday, drawing comparisons to LAX's 'Jetpack man' of 2020. The incident evoked memories of a similar event involving a person using a jetpack near the airport.
- Skydiver reported near LAX, conjuring memories of 'jetpack man'
A military transport plane pilot landing at LAX reported seeing a skydiver in a wingsuit Sunday, drawing comparisons to LAX's 'Jetpack man' of 2020.
- One thing LA actually does cheaper than the rest of America
Los Angeles is perceived as an expensive city with high rent and home prices exceeding $1 million, but the article suggests there is at least one thing the city offers cheaper than the rest of America.
- Millions expected to travel Memorial Day weekend as LAX braces for crowds
Approximately 45 million Americans are expected to travel during Memorial Day weekend, with airports and highways anticipated to experience some of the busiest conditions of the year. Travel experts warn of potential congestion at major transportation hubs including LAX as the holiday period approaches.
- International traveler diagnosed with measles after arriving at LAX
A Los Angeles area resident was diagnosed with measles after arriving at LAX from an international trip on Alaska Airlines flight 1354. The diagnosis was announced by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. The infected person arrived at Tom Bradley International Terminal B
- L.A. woman arrested at LAX, charged with trafficking arms on behalf of Iranian government
A Los Angeles woman, Shamim Mafi, was arrested at LAX for trafficking arms on behalf of the Iranian government. She is an Iranian national and lawful permanent resident of the U.S. The arrest was announced by Bill Essayli, First Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Central District of California.
- LAX's long-awaited train to hit the rails as testing begins
LAX's Automated People Mover, a 2.25-mile electric train system, has begun testing without passengers as the long-delayed project advances. The system aims to improve transportation at Los Angeles International Airport.