Host Agency: Los Angeles World Airports

The $1.545 Billion project will provide greater capacity to the Tom Bradley International Terminal's west side with new gates to comfortably accommodate passenger loads for new generation aircraft and a great hall for premier dining and retail shopping. It is considered to be the largest public works project in the history of the City of Los Angeles and it will create 4,000 construction related jobs over the course of the four-year project schedule.

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$723.5 million for in-line baggage screening system and interior improvements enhances customer service and convenience in LAX's international gateway terminal

The Enhanced Passenger Experience at the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) is another aspect of the international terminal's revitalization. Its focus is on the aesthetic, rather than the practical, utilitarian aspects of the main modernization. This project focused on providing a "WOW Factor" the baggage claim area in Customs, Arrivals "Meeters and Greeters" and the mezzanine food court area.

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In collaboration with the L.A. Department of Cultural Affairs and under the City of Los Angeles's Public Percent-for-Art Program, LAX created permanent video art displays at the Tom Bradley International Terminal Arrivals Lobby. The $250,000 art project creates an impressive and engaging environment for airport travelers and visitors.

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Construction of the new $333-million runway and center taxiway helps increase traveler safety

$642-million program will improve and automate the screening of checked baggage in Terminal 3 and the Tom Bradley International Terminal

Interior upgrades will give terminals a brighter, more modern look while the renovation of the Theme Building will restore and preserve this landmark building

The installation of the $7 million state-of-the-art system helps increase airfield safety

The $89 million Crossfield Taxiway Project will connect the north and south airfield complexes at LAX with improved safety and efficiency.

This $175 million project will replace outdated systems with new, efficient, energy saving units to help speed passengers to their destinations

The $13,546,500 ARFF will improve airfield safety by doubling the size of the original facility with seven bays to house and maintain rescue vehicles and emergency response equipment as well as accommodate 14 firefighters. Station 80 will be located on the airfield to respond to emergencies immediately.