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Jun 24 2005, 12:00 AM

LAX POLICE CHIEF BERNARD J. WILSON ANNOUNCES PLANS TO RETIRE FROM CITY SERVICE

(Los Angeles, California – June 24, 2005) Chief of Los Angeles Airport Police Bernard J. Wilson today announced plans to retire from City service and pursue new opportunities."A number of decision points have come my way over the last few months, each of them leading to major opportunities," the chief said in a memo to colleagues. "After reflecting on those opportunities, I have decided to retire from City service and embark on the next phase of my life."

Jun 13 2005, 12:00 AM

OPERATIONS NORMAL AT LAX FOLLOWING REGIONAL JET INCIDENT SUNDAY NIGHT

(Los Angeles, California June 13, 2005) -- A United Express regional jet operated by Skywest Airlines landed with a nose gear malfunction Sunday night at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). There were no injuries to the 17 passengers and crew. The plane, a Canadair 200 LR Regional Jet, sustained only minimal damage to its nose gear.

Jun 03 2005, 12:00 AM

LAXCEPTIONAL STUDENT PROGRAM RECOGNIZES STUDENTS WHO “FLY HIGH”

(Los Angeles, California – June 3, 2005) There are more than just airplanes soaring over Inglewood, Westchester and El Segundo. There are also plenty of students in airport-area schools whose achievements have them flying high.

May 26 2005, 12:00 AM

LOS ANGELES AND ONTARIO AIRPORTS FORECAST BUSY SUMMER FOR TRAVELERS STARTING MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND; AIRPORTS OFFER NEW TRAVEL TIPS

(Los Angeles, California -- May 26, 2005) Led by record international travel, approximately 18.5 million passengers are expected to pass through Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) this summer. That is an increase of about one million passengers or six percent over the same period last year.

May 24 2005, 12:00 AM

LAWA SPONSORS AMATEUR ATHLETIC UNION BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT, GIVING HUNDREDS OF ATHLETES CHANCE TO SHOW THEIR SKILLS

(Los Angeles, California – May 24, 2005) With the NBA playoffs kicking into high gear, get ready to watch some of tomorrow’s superstars show off their basketball skills at the LAX Classic Basketball Tournament during this Memorial Day weekend.

May 20 2005, 12:00 AM

FAA PUBLISHES RECORD OF DECISION ON IMPROVEMENT PROPOSALS AT LAX

LOS ANGELES – The U. S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today approved an alternative for proposed improvements at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) that will enhance the airport and airfield’s

May 16 2005, 12:00 AM

CONTRACT AWARDED FOR RESIDENTIAL SOUNDPROOFING NEAR LAX

(Los Angeles, California – May 16, 2005) The Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners today awarded AMD Construction Group of Orange, California, a contract for residential soundproofing. The contract, totaling $908.000, will cover sound-insulation modifications on a total of 48 single and multi-family residences located within the noise-impacted area of Council District 11.

May 11 2005, 12:00 AM

LOS ANGELES AIRPORT NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR ITS SUMMER AVIATION PROGRAM FOR MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

(Los Angeles, California – May 11, 2005) Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and its business and community partners will co-host two free week-long educational programs to introduce middle and high-school students to careers in aviation. The programs will be conducted at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The Junior Aviation Careers Education (ACE) Academy for middle-school students is scheduled Monday, July 11 through Friday, July 15. The high-school ACE Academy is scheduled Monday, July 25 through Friday, July 29.

May 06 2005, 12:00 AM

STATEMENT BY CHERYL K. PETERSEN, PRESIDENT, LOS ANGELES BOARD OF AIRPORT COMMISSIONERS, ON THE DEATH OF MIGUEL CONTRERAS.

(Los Angeles, California – May 6, 2005) "This is a sad hour in the life of Los Angeles. We are stunned by the sudden loss of one of our city and nation’s finest leaders. Miguel Contreras served with distinction on the Board of Airport Commissioners for more than five years. He played a pivotal role in advancing the airport’s modernization. He was respected for his integrity and admired for his

May 05 2005, 12:00 AM

MEDIA ADVISORY PALMDALE REGIONAL AIRPORT TO HOST "SALUTE TO YOUTH" SPECIAL EVENT AT SITE 9 FOR LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Palmdale Regional Airport (PMD) will host a major event at Site 9 for approximately 1,600 high school students from the Antelope Valley. The purpose of the event is to introduce students who are ready to enter the workforce to careers in the aviation and aerospace industries, and the U.S. military. The Antelope Valley High School District, major aerospace contractors, military recruiters, and local civic groups and businesses are scheduled to participate.

May 03 2005, 12:00 AM

SERVICES FOR FALLEN LOS ANGELES AIRPORTS POLICE OFFICER TOMMY SCOTT SET FOR FRIDAY

(Los Angeles, California – May 3, 2005) Funeral and burial services for Los Angeles World Airports Police Officer Tommy Edward Scott will be held Friday, May 6.The funeral service will begin at 9:30 a.m. at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, 555 West Temple Street, followed by burial services at Forest Lawn Cemetery-Hollywood Hills, 6300 Forest Lawn Drive.

May 02 2005, 12:00 AM

CONTRACT AWARDED FOR RESIDENTIAL SOUNDPROOFING NEAR VAN NUYS AIRPORT

(Los Angeles, California – May 2, 2005) The Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners today awarded AMD Construction Group, Inc., City of Orange, a contract for residential soundproofing in Van Nuys. The $704,000 contract will cover sound-insulation modifications on 30 single and multi-family residences located in the noise-impacted area around Van Nuys Airport (VNY) in the City of Los Angeles.