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Jun 28 2006, 12:00 AM

VAN NUYS AIRPORT POLICE ARREST TWO SUSPECTS AFTER ROBBERY

(Van Nuys, California – June 28, 2006) Two suspects are in police custody tonight following their arrest around 11:30 a.m. by a Los Angeles World Airports Police officer assigned to Van Nuys Airport, who was flagged down by a pedestrian reporting he had been robbed at knife point.

Jun 08 2006, 12:00 AM

MULTI-AGENCY "STING" OPERATION OF TAXICABS AT LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT ENHANCES SAFETY OF TRAVELING PUBLIC

(Los Angeles, California – June 8, 2006) Nearly 500 taxicabs were inspected during a six-hour multi-agency law enforcement taxi “sting operation” conducted this morning at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Of the 477 taxicabs inspected, 54 drivers received administrative citations for mechanical and equipment violations, such as improper lights; no proof of insurance, registration or permit; no license plate; unsealed meters; no fuel cap; improper attire and unsanitary interiors. Also discovered were two "meter zapper" devices attached to taximeters and used to illegally accelerate the fare. An additional two more taxis had connector wires that could have been used for the same purpose.

Jun 02 2006, 12:00 AM

MAYOR VILLARAIGOSA ACTIVATES THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY

(Los Angeles, California - June 2, 2006) Demonstrating his commitment to the LAX Master Plan settlement agreement and upholding his promise to work to regionalize air traffic among Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and other Southern California airports, Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa, joined by Congresswoman Jane Harman, Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe and Los Angeles City Councilmember Bill Rosendahl, today announced plans to re-activate the Southern California Regional Airport Authority (SCRAA).

Jun 01 2006, 12:00 AM

LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS STATEMENT ON ASSEMBLY BILL 1882 ON AIRPORT POLICE CPC830.1 STATUS

(Los Angeles, California – June 1, 2006) Following is a statement from Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) Executive Director Lydia H. Kennard regarding Assembly Bill 1882 that proposes change of status for Los Angeles Airport Police officers.

May 25 2006, 12:00 AM

BILL UPGRADING STATUS OF LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS POLICE APPROVED BY CALIFORNIA STATE ASSEMBLY

SACRAMENTO, CA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 05/25/2006 -- The California State Assembly today approved a bill sponsored by Assembly Majority Leader Dario Frommer granting additional powers and authority to Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) Police. In approving the measure, the Assembly rejected arguments suggesting the upgrading of police powers would create confusion or was unnecessary.

May 24 2006, 12:00 AM

LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS NAMES JAMES T. BUTTS JR. TO NEW AIRPORT LAW ENFORCEMENT EXECUTIVE POSITION

(Los Angeles, California -- May 24, 2006) Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) Executive Director Lydia H. Kennard today announced the appointment of James T. Butts Jr. to the new position of Deputy Executive Director of Airport Law Enforcement & Protection Services.

May 24 2006, 12:00 AM

LOS ANGELES AND ONTARIO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS EXPECT BUSIEST SUMMER TRAVEL SEASON IN FIVE YEARS

(Los Angeles, California – May 24, 2006) Flights from Los Angeles International and Ontario International Airports (LAX and ONT) this summer will be full or nearly full due to growing demand for travel and a tight supply of seats. Both airports are expecting the busiest summer travel season in five years.

May 24 2006, 12:00 AM

LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS APPOINTS ONTARIO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT MANAGERS

(Ontario, California – May 24, 2006) Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) appointed a new airport manager and assistant airport manager to oversee Ontario International Airport (ONT), effective May 29.

Jess Romo, ONT’s new manager, has over 17 years experience with the City of Los Angeles, eight of which were at LAWA as property manager at Los Angeles International, ONT and Van Nuys Airport. He has extensive experience in lease administration and property management, having worked at the Bureau of Engineering, Department of Water and Power, and General Services.

May 11 2006, 12:00 AM

LAX AIRPORT POLICE “WE RIDE FOR THOSE WHO DIED” POLICE UNITY TOUR 2006

Law Enforcement officers from all over the nation participated in the Police Unity Tour 2006. The tour consisted of over 400 officer’s riding bicycles over 300 miles from Florham NJ to Washington D.C. over a four day period, to honor all fallen officers killed in the line of duty in 2005.

May 10 2006, 12:00 AM

LAX BEGINS VALET PARKING TO ENHANCE CUSTOMER SERVICE

Daily Valet Service Fee Waived for Alternative-Fuel Vehicles To Promote Use of Low-Emission Vehicles

(Los Angeles, California – May 10, 2006) Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) today begins valet parking service in the Central Terminal Area as the airport's latest innovation in customer service.

May 09 2006, 12:00 AM

LAWA APPOINTS KARL PAN CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

(Los Angeles, California -- May 9, 2006) Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) has announced the appointment of Karl Pan as its deputy executive director of finance and chief financial officer.

Pan brings 29 years of domestic and international finance experience in commercial lending, risk management, operating and capital planning and economic resources allocation to the post. He has been the Acting Chief Financial Officer at LAWA since September of 2005. In addition, Pan has served as financial manager of the LAWA Debt and Treasury Management Division since January 2004 where his responsibilities included overseeing debt management, rates and charges and capital programs. He also oversaw LAWA’s grant and passenger facilities charge activities.

May 03 2006, 12:00 AM

LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO BEGIN VALET PARKING

(Los Angeles, California – May 3, 2006) Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) today announced valet parking service in the Central Terminal Area will begin May 10. The valet parking lot will be located across from Terminal 4 on the Lower/Arrivals Level and will serve Terminal 4 (American Airlines and American Eagle), Terminal 5 (Delta, China Southern and Aeromexico), and the more than 35 airlines in the Tom Bradley International Terminal.