Dear Airport Community,
Welcome to the fall edition of our newsletter! As the season changes and excitement builds for Halloween and the holidays, we’re thrilled to share the latest updates and opportunities at Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA).
This month, we are excited for Aviation Career Days at LAX and Van Nuys Airport—an exclusive chance for high school students to connect with aviation professionals and explore behind-the-scenes airport operations. Looking ahead, mark your calendars for our annual Santa Fly-in event on December 20th, where families can celebrate the season with us on our airfields.
Our team is dedicated to keeping you informed and engaged. We value your feedback and encourage you to reach out with questions, ideas, or stories at communityrelations@lawa.org.
Josh Francis
Director of Community Relations
Los Angeles World Airports
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Battery Electric Buses Have Arrived |
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Seven Battery Electric Buses Arrived as Part of LAWA's Committment to Sustainability. |
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LAWA has begun receiving new battery electric buses that will operate 24/7 to transport airport employees between the employee remote parking lot and the terminals. After a competitive selection process, BYD/Rice Coach & Bus was chosen to supply 13 buses, with full delivery expected by January 2026.
Additionally, ABM, LAWA’s parking and remote employee bus operator, has ordered 11 battery electric buses, all scheduled to arrive by next month. This purchase was made possible through a $2.6 million grant from the Federal Aviation Administration.
Each bus can travel up to 240 miles on a single charge and delivers a maximum power output of 360 kilowatts. They are designed to carry up to 39 passengers, including 26 seated, 13 standing, and 1 driver.
The new buses entered service at LAX on October 1, and the entire fleet will replace the current compressed natural gas (CNG) employee parking buses by March 2026.
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LAWA to Welcome Over 2,000 Students for Aviation Career Days |
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This month, LAWA will host more than 2,000 high school students to explore the exciting world of aviation at Aviation Career Day (ACD) — taking place at Van Nuys Airport on October 23 and LAX on October 30.
For nearly two decades, ACD has opened hangar doors to future pilots, engineers, mechanics, and more, offering students a behind-the-scenes look at aviation careers. This year, more than 40 aviation businesses will participate, showcasing aircraft and sharing insights into the many paths that lead to a career in flight.
Whether students interested in designing the next jet, managing airport operations, or traveling the world as a flight attendant, Aviation Career Day offers something for every passion.
The program is held in partnership with the Los Angeles Unified School District and other LAX-area school districts to introduce students to aviation careers — opportunities many may not be aware of without direct exposure.
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The Community Relations Team was all over town in September and the first half of October.
- On September 20, the team along with other members of Airport Affairs and Guest Services team attended El Segundo Main Street Fair.
- Also on September 20, the team was at the Westchester Arts and Music Block Party (WAM), featuring dozens of artisans and musical acts as well as local businesses and organizations. The fundraising event benefited the Teen Health and Wellness initiative at the Westchester Family YMCA.
- On September 27, the team was out in Woodland Hills at the Salute to Firefighters Festival benefiting widows, orphans and disabled firefighters.
- The Playa Venice Sunrise Rotary Club held its annual open house and pancake breakfast for the Los Angeles Fire Department, Station 5 on September 28. LAWA handed out water bottles and lunch bags to attendees who signed up for the newsletter.
- LAWA participated in the Second Saturday Stroll on October 11. The CR team answered questions about the Automated People Mover and the Airfield and Terminal Modernization Project roadways improvement program providing branded giveaways and fun with Plinko.
Hosting an event that you would like LAWA to participate in? Please email us at communityrelations@lawa.org and let us know.
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Did you Know?
LAWA is governed by a seven-member Board of Airport Commissioners (BOAC), led by Commission President Karim Webb?
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The team speaking with attendees at the El Segundo Street Fair on September 20.
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Jazz Festival visitors gather for LAWA giveaways.
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Community Relations staff hands a young Firefighter Festival Attendee a bamboo airplane.
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Where You'll Find Us Next |
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In Case You Missed It
Here is a recap of some of the LAX related articles you may have missed.
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Los Angeles World Airports Community Relations
To view past editions of Community Connection, click here. |
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