Joined by Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, City Councilmember Tom LaBonge and airport officials, United Airlines executives today previewed its $573 million major hub investment that promises to deliver a superior experience for the airlineโs customers at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Unitedโs LAX redevelopment project will refresh virtually all of its customer-facing space at the airport, offering more of the conveniences and premium amenities travelers value.
Outside on an aircraft apron for a boarding gate at LAXโs Terminal 7, United executives outlined the companyโs plans during a ground-breaking ceremony that was also attended by Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners President Sean Burton, Los Angeles World Airports Executive Director Gina Marie Lindsey, and employees from each of the airlineโs work groups.
The airline also unveiled several design renderings depicting some of the flyer-friendly changes that will greet customers between now and December 2017, when United expects to complete its renovations.
โFrom a state-of-the-art ticketing lobby to a sleek and spacious United Club lounge, we are enhancing the airport experience at LAX and giving our customers more of what they want when traveling โ greater choice and control, consistency and comfort,โ said Sandra Pineau-Boddison, senior vice president for Customers at United. โWe are grateful to the City of Los Angeles for its partnership on this project, which helps ensure this key United hub remains one of the countryโs premier global gateways.โ
โTodayโs investment by United is the latest in our more than $7 billion overhaul of LAX,โ said Mayor Garcetti.
โWhether by upgrading nearly every terminal or bringing in ridesharing services to pick you up, weโre making LAX a world-class airport befitting of our global city.โ
โThe partnership we have with United will create the world-class experience we want for all LAX passengers,โ said Burton. โAs our passenger base continues to grow, we are working hard to improve the guest experience, making their journey through LAX more efficient and comfortable today and in the future.โ
Upon arriving at LAX, United customers will step foot into an expansive ticketing lobby that incorporates the latest self-service tools such as self-tagging baggage kiosks. These intuitive technologies, along with an improved security screening checkpoint, will enable travelers to move quickly and efficiently from curb to gate.
Unitedโs new-look terminals and gate areas will feature a modern design with relaxed and inviting spaces, including a variety of comfortable seating options and abundant charging stations for customersโ electronic devices. United Club members will also enjoy the airlineโs new, expanded Terminal 7 lounge where they can work or relax in style while taking in spectacular views of the airfield from the clubโs outdoor terrace. Located atop the terminal, the exclusive terrace offers United Club members additional respite from the hustle and bustle of their travel day.
United has proudly served Los Angeles for more than a half century, providing its customers more than 180 daily flights from LAX to over 60 destinations across the globe. With nearly 5,000 employees throughout the region, United is committed to the Los Angeles community and building a workplace that will help the airlineโs employees deliver exceptional service to its global customers.