Dear LAWA Community,
The flowers are blooming — and so is the airport. In this month’s issue of
The Community Connection, you’ll get a look at the energy and activity happening both on and off the airfield. From progress on SkyLink and other LAX modernization projects to airport tours and community events, the team has been hard at work. Their efforts come at the perfect time as Los Angeles World Airports prepares to welcome the FIFA World Cup next month.
We also hope all the mothers in our community enjoyed a wonderful Mother’s Day.
Josh Francis Director of Community Relations Los Angeles World Airports
Sincerely,
Josh Francis
Director of Community Relations
Los Angeles World Airports
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LAWA's Community Relations Team at A
Taste of Culver City |
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LAX Community Relations staff talk to attendees at A Taste of Culver City. |
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On Sunday, May 3, members of LAWA’s Community Relations team participated in the Culver City Education Foundation’s “A Taste of Culver City” event at Amazon MGM Studios. The culinary fundraiser highlighted Culver City’s restaurant community and included entertainment, student performances, a silent auction, and other activities to support the Culver City Unified School District. LAWA served as the event’s activities sponsor, shared information about the SkyLink train project, and distributed giveaway items to attendees.This event sells out every year. |
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Students from the North Valley Occupational Center explore careers in maintenance at Thornton Aviation during their tour. Other stops included Standard Aero and LAFD. |
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April and May brought a full lineup of tours, and word is definitely getting out about LAWA’s Behind‑the‑Scenes experiences. Visitors love exploring airport history, uncovering hidden airfield secrets, and learning about the wide range of careers waiting for those ready to take off. If you are treated to a tour, you may even get lucky and visit one of our popular airlines along the way.
In addition to those pictured, in mid-April the Children's Community School in Van Nuys toured VNY Airport. At LAX, nearly three dozen members of Cal State Fullerton's life long learning group enjoyed a behind-the-scenes tour as well as staff from the IT department of Sofi Stadium had a specialized tour sharing technology tips. The start of May continues the trend starting with the American Association of Airport Executives, the LAX/Kiawanis Club to name a few tours not pictued.
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Pictured top left: Students from the National Foster Youth Institute meet with Delta Airlines Chief Pilot and Assistant Chief Pilot. Bottom left: National Foster Youth Institute students learn about resources to help them find a job with airport partners from Esther Landin. Top right: Students from the Hamilton Adult Transition Center pose for a photo outside the Flight Path Learning Center after their airfield tour. Bottom right: Hamilton Adult students talk to Southwest Airlines about career paths. |
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April/May highlights:
- On April 18 LAX supported the Rotary Club District 5280
Foster the Love event which decorated duffle bags for children in foster care.
- Members of the Community Relations team and Airport Police were out cheering on the families who participated in the Kiwanis El Segundo PTA Run for Education on April 25.
- Also on April 25, members of Airport Police and the Community Relations team gave the community their best shot at winning a prize with Plinko at Wiseburn Middle School's Rock around the Block event.
- Members of Guest Services, Airport Affairs and the Commercial Development Group joined Commissioner Valeria Velasco at the Rotary Club of Westchester's Annual Spring fundraiser. This year's theme was the Kentucky Derby.
- LAX hosted the 98th Annual American Association of Airport Executives at the LA Convention Center on May May 3 - 6 culminating with a behind the scenes tour of LAX and Qantas Hanger which was made specifically for the A380 aircraft.
- The North Valley Occupational Center Aviation Campus students were treated to a tour of Van Nuys Airport including the Los Angeles Fire Department's Air Operations Unit on May 11.
- Community Relations had a table at the North Valley Occupational Center career fair on May 15 at the NVOC main campus in Mission Hills.
- Team members rocked it at the Westchester YMCA's annual Battle of the Bands held at the Westchester Y Annex on May 16.
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Community Relations sharing information on jobs at the North Valley Occupational Center career fair.
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LAX Community Relations Director Josh Francis attended the Westchester Family YMCA Battle of the Bands event and takes a selfie with the Y's District Vice President, Aaron Donahue. |
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Over 300 bags made with love for children in foster care, so they don't need to carry their belongings in plastic bags. |
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A visitor tries their luck with the spin the wheel at the Kiwanis El Segundo PTA Run for Education.
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Father and daughter at the Wiseburn Foundation Rock Around the Block event.
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The Westchester Rotary Club Spring Fundraiser,
Derby Days. |
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North Valley Occupational Students pose in front of an LAFD Rescue helicopter. |
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North Valley Occupational Students pose in front of an LAFD Rescue helicopter. |
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Did you know?
Did you know that Los Angeles International Airport has an official song? “LA International Airport,” written by Leanne Scott, was first recorded by David Frizzell in 1970 and became a major hit when Susan Raye released her version a year later. The song climbed to No. 9 on the U.S. country chart, crossed over to pop, and found international success in Japan and Australia.
Raye returned to LAX on August 6, 2003, during the airport’s 75th anniversary, performing the song for an enthusiastic crowd as the City of Los Angeles proclaimed it the official song of LAX. Memorabilia from the 1971 hit is on display at the Flight Path Learning Center, and a video of her 2003 performance is sealed in an airport time capsule to be opened in 2028. A new version with updated lyrics, recorded by Nashville artist Shirley Myers, served as the soundtrack for LAX’s anniversary music video.
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Where You'll Find Us Next |
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Pictured are the 2025 LAX Kiwanis scholarship winners. |
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Click the button below to catch up on all the latest news from LAWA! |
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ATMP Roadways Project Updates
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Rendering of the future condition of Century Boulevard and Sepulveda Boulevard facing east. |
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Construction is underway on the Airfield Terminal Modernization Project Roadway Improvements. For the latest information on detours, closures, and other construction activity, visit the Roadway Improvements Project website. The site includes project details and simulation renderings that show what LAX roadways will look like once construction is complete.
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LAX Residential Sound Insulation Program
Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) relaunched the LAX Residential Sound Insulation (RSI) Program for eligible homeowners located within FAA-approved noise contours near LAX.
The program provides sound-insulation improvements, including upgraded windows, exterior doors, and ventilation systems, at no cost to homeowners in the City of El Segundo and select neighborhoods within Los Angeles City Council Districts 11 and 8. Improvements vary depending on each home’s construction type and any applicable historic designation requirements.
Although the program is winding down, there is still time to apply. Applications will be accepted through Spring 2027.
Homeowners are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. An updated noise exposure map is expected to be released in March/April 2026, and properties that fall outside the revised FAA-approved noise contours may no longer qualify. Submitting an application now helps ensure your eligibility before the contour update takes effect.
To learn more about the program, confirm eligibility, or submit an application online, please visit: www.LAWA.org/laxRSIprogram. For questions or additional information, please contact: Evelin Barajas, LAX RSI Program Homeowner Liaison, at 424-646-7444 or laxrsi@lawa.org.
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Los Angeles World Airports Community Relations
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