LAWA News Test

Jul 19 2024, 10:00 AM

LAWA Recognizes 21 Jet Operations For Noise Reduction Efforts As Part Of Van Nuys Airport Fly Friendly Program

(Los Angeles) Yesterday, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) formally recognized 21 jet operators as part of the Fly Friendly Program at Van Nuys Airport (VNY) as part of a special meeting of the Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners.

Nov 01 2023, 10:00 AM

VAN NUYS AIRPORT HOSTS 700 LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT STUDENTS FOR AVIATION CAREER DAY

(Van Nuys, CA) On Wednesday, November 1, Van Nuys Airport (VNY), in partnership with the Valley Economic Alliance and 20 aviation companies, hosted an Aviation Career Day for approximately 700 students from Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) for a unique opportunity for students to explore the dynamic world of the aviation industry.

Jun 21 2023, 03:32 PM

VAN NUYS AIRPORT UNITES COMMUNITY IN SUPPORT OF ARTS EDUCATION WITH TRANSFORMATIVE AIRCRAFT PAINTING EVENT

(Van Nuys, CA) On Saturday, June 17, Van Nuys Airport played host to a unique event that brought together the local community in support of arts education. Los Angeles youth, along with families from community neighborhoods, joined forces to paint a decommissioned Learjet 60, creating a meaningful display of creativity and solidarity.

Dec 16 2022, 12:00 AM

SANTA SPREADS HOLIDAY CHEER TO MORE THAN 500 STUDENTS DURING VAN NUYS AIRPORT'S ADOPT-A-SCHOOL EVENT

(Van Nuys) More than 500 students from Stagg Street Elementary were treated to an early visit from one of the world's most famous aviators when he arrived on a Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) fire truck during the annual Van Nuys Airport (VNY) Adopt-A-School event on Friday.

Aug 08 2022, 02:30 PM

VAN NUYS AIRPORT CELEBRATES COMPLETION OF $13 MILLION RUNWAY RECONSTRUCTION, START OF UNLEADED FUEL AVAILABILITY

(Van Nuys, Calif.) Today, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) celebrated the reopening of the newly reconstructed Runway 16L/34R at Van Nuys Airport (VNY), completing part of a $13.1 million project to improve the safety of the airfield facilities that make VNY a world-class general aviation airport.

Jun 28 2022, 02:30 PM

VAN NUYS AIRPORT ANNOUNCES RECIPIENTS OF 2021 FRIENDLY FLYER AWARDS

(Van Nuys, CA) Van Nuys Airport (VNY) today announced the recipients of its 2021 Friendly Flyer Awards, honoring general aviation companies and corporate flight departments for their efforts to reduce noise from jet aircraft operations.

Jun 14 2022, 12:00 AM

APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR FREE AVIATION CAREERS EDUCATION (ACE) ACADEMY IS FAST APPROACHING

(Van Nuys, CA) – March 16, 2022 –, Van Nuys Airport (VNY), one of the world’s busiest general aviation airports, has opened registration to students for its 16th Annual Aviation Career Day, which will be held virtually on Friday, April 29 from 10 a.m. to noon. The two-hour program invites high school students to learn about the wide range of job opportunities in aviation and encourages them to pursue careers in the industry.

Apr 29 2022, 12:00 AM

NEARLY 200 STUDENTS ATTEND VAN NUYS AIRPORT AVIATION CAREER DAY

(Van Nuys, CA) – March 16, 2022 –, Van Nuys Airport (VNY), one of the world’s busiest general aviation airports, has opened registration to students for its 16th Annual Aviation Career Day, which will be held virtually on Friday, April 29 from 10 a.m. to noon. The two-hour program invites high school students to learn about the wide range of job opportunities in aviation and encourages them to pursue careers in the industry.

Mar 16 2022, 12:00 AM

VAN NUYS AIRPORT TO HOST VIRTUAL AVIATION CAREER DAY IN APRIL

(Van Nuys, CA) – March 16, 2022 –, Van Nuys Airport (VNY), one of the world’s busiest general aviation airports, has opened registration to students for its 16th Annual Aviation Career Day, which will be held virtually on Friday, April 29 from 10 a.m. to noon. The two-hour program invites high school students to learn about the wide range of job opportunities in aviation and encourages them to pursue careers in the industry.

Feb 22 2022, 01:00 PM

VAN NUYS AIRPORT RUNWAY IMPROVEMENTS TO BREAK GROUND

(Van Nuys, CA) – February 22, 2022 – , Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) announced today that Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is embarking on a $13.1 million improvement project to reconstruct Runway 16L and rehabilitate Runway 16R. The eight-month project will break ground later this month, and will deliver important safety enhancements and extend the lifespan of airfield facilities that contribute to VNY’s world-class status.

Aug 25 2021, 12:00 PM

VAN NUYS AIRPORT GOES ELECTRIC AS TENANTS INSTALL MORE THAN 100 ELECTRIC CHARGING STATIONS

(Van Nuys, CA) In another major step toward its industry-leading sustainability goals, the businesses at Van Nuys Airport (VNY) now offer more than 100 new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations for use by customers and employees.

Jul 02 2021, 01:00 PM

VAN NUYS AIRPORT COMPLETES $35.5-MILLION, 15-MONTH TAXIWAY A REHABILITATION PROJECT

Van Nuys, CA Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) today announced the successful completion of a $35.5-million, 15-month project to rehabilitate Taxiway A at Van Nuys Airport (VNY). The work expands the taxiway’s pavement life by 20 years, enhances safety and meets new Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) design standards.