VNY News Release

Feb 29 2012, 12:00 AM
TWENTY-ONE CANOGA PARK HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS SHADOWED AVIATION PROS
  (Van Nuys, California – February 29, 2012)  Today, twenty-one high school students learned about aviation careers via mentoring and hands-on activities on Groundhog Job Shadow Day at Van Nuys Airport.
Aug 15 2011, 12:00 AM
AIRPORT COMMISSIONERS APPROVE LAST CONTRACT TO COMPLETE RESIDENTIAL SOUND INSULATION NEAR VAN NUYS AIRPORT
os Angeles, California – August 15, 2011)  The Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners today awarded a $1,030,000 contract to Karabuild Development, Inc., of Encino for soundproofing 53 dwelling units as part of the Van Nuys Airport (VNY) Residential Soundproofing Program.
Aug 15 2011, 12:00 AM
AIRPORT COMMISSIONERS APPROVE LAST CONTRACT TO COMPLETE RESIDENTIAL SOUND INSULATION NEAR VAN NUYS AIRPORT
os Angeles, California – August 15, 2011)  The Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners today awarded a $1,030,000 contract to Karabuild Development, Inc., of Encino for soundproofing 53 dwelling units as part of the Van Nuys Airport (VNY) Residential Soundproofing Program.
Apr 20 2010, 12:00 AM
INNOVATIVE TEACHERS AND EXCEPTIONAL STUDENTS EARN CASH AND SAVINGS BONDS (Van Nuys, Calif. -- April 20, 2010) – The annual Teacher Mini-Grant and Young Achievers event awarded three educational grants and four student US Savings Bonds. The program provides one $500 grant going to LaRue Fernandez, one $300 grant going to Mark Rickersten, and one $200 grant going to Janette Lopez. Four top-achieving students will each receive a $100 U.S. Savings Bond. Los Angeles Unified School District middle school teachers (grades 6-8) were chosen to receive Teacher Mini-Grants to perform educational program ideas that include aviation and community service. Through the Young Achievers Program, Van Nuys Airport (VNY) recognizes and rewards exceptional area middle school students who excel in academics, athletics, the arts or community service. Parents, teachers, and community organizations gathered to honor the high-achieving middle-school students and innovative teachers in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles. Teachers and school administrators recommended 30 students for recognition. VNY, the Rotary Club of Van Nuys and Councilmember Tony Cardenas are sponsors of the Teacher Mini-Grant Program. “Congratulations to the students and teachers recognized today,” said Van Nuys Airport Manager Jess Romo. “It is spirit, drive and dedication like theirs that make our schools better.” Rotary is an organization of business and professional leaders worldwide, who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. VNY is one of three airports (including Los Angeles International) owned and operated by the City of Los Angeles. For more information on all of the airport’s education programs, visit www.lawa.aero/vny and click on the “Educational Programs” link under “Information” in the left side drop-down list.

(Van Nuys, Calif. -- April 20, 2010) – The annual Teacher Mini-Grant and Young Achievers event awarded three educational grants and four student US Savings Bonds.

The program provides one $500 grant going to LaRue Fernandez, one $300 grant going to Mark Rickersten, and one $200 grant going to Janette Lopez.  Four top-achieving students will each receive a $100 U.S. Savings Bond.

Dec 17 2009, 12:00 AM
SANTA AND LOCAL MASCOTS VISIT VAN NUYS AREA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
(Van Nuys, Calif., -- Dec. 17, 2009)  Santa arrived by fire engine today to extend holiday greetings to approximately 460 students at Van Nuys’GaultStreetElementary School.  Van Nuys Airport’s Adopt-A-School program sponsored the annual celebration. 
Jul 21 2009, 12:00 AM
CASHLESS FLYAWAY MAKES TRAVELING TO LAX EASIER THAN EVER
(Van Nuys, Calif. – July 21, 2009) - Starting on August 1 it will be easier than ever to use the popular Van Nuys FlyAway because only credit and debt cards are being accepted for bus ticket purchases.  There will be no cash transactions for bus ticket purchases at the Van Nuys FlyAway.  Passengers can swipe-and-ride to Los AngelesInternationalAirport (LAX), taking advantage of a new streamlined fare structuring system where everyone pays the same one-way price.
Apr 07 2009, 12:00 AM
NEON SCULPTURE ILLUMINATES THE VAN NUYS FLYAWAY BUS TERMINAL
(Los Angeles, California – April 7, 2009)  Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), in partnership with the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs, announces the completion of a new public artwork installed at the Van Nuys FlyAway Bus Terminal.  
Feb 26 2009, 12:00 AM
KID-FRIENDLY AIRPLANE VINNY LANDS AT NEW HOME AT VAN NUYS AIRPORT
(Van Nuys, CA)- Valley second-graders today let their imaginations soar during the unveiling of “Vinny’s Hangout” – the newly completed permanent home of Van Nuys Airport’s (VNY) mascot and Los Angeles’ first completely kid-proof, kid-friendly educational airplane. The Hangout features an aviation-themed, large-scale mural that local students previously helped create, and allows a Vinny visit to return as part of VNY’s free award-winning tour program.
Feb 06 2009, 12:00 AM
VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHERS INVITED TO APPLY FOR AVIATION/COMMUNITY SERVICE MINI-GRANTS
(Van Nuys, CA)- Los Angeles Unified School District middle school teachers (grades 6-8) in the San Fernando Valley are encouraged to apply for two mini-grants to use for employing aviation and community service in their curriculum.
Dec 24 2008, 12:00 AM
VAN NUYS FLYAWAY PARKING LOT FULL
(Van Nuys, California) – Due to the heavy volume, the FlyAway long term parking lot is at capacity and passengers should use curb side drop off/pick-up.  Passengers are encouraged to visit the FlyAway website at www.lawa.aero/flyaway to receive parking availability updates.
Dec 18 2008, 12:00 AM
SANTA AND LOCAL MASCOTS VISIT VAN NUYS AREA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
(Van Nuys, Calif., -- Dec. 18, 2008)  Santa arrived by fire engine today to extend holiday greetings to more than 490 students at Van Nuys’ GaultStreetElementary School.  Van Nuys Airport’s Adopt-A-School program sponsored the annual celebration.
Nov 14 2008, 12:00 AM
VAN NUYS AIRPORT HOLDS FOOD DRIVE
(Van Nuys, Calif.) - Van Nuys Airport tenants and employees in conjunction with the Economic Alliance are hosting a food drive to benefit the SOVA Food Pantry in Van Nuys.  The collection runs until 5 p.m., November 21.  “The collection encourages employees and community members to donate non-perishable, unopened items to those in need,” said Selena Birk, Van Nuys Airport Manager. 

Collection boxes are located at the following locations:

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