As the second busiest airport in the United States, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) faces some of the nation’s most severe landside congestion, with nearly half of all passengers traveling to and from the airport by car. With travel volumes continuing to rise, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) launched the Landside Access Modernization Program (LAMP) to reimagine how people reach the airport. The program aims to reduce traffic in the Central Terminal Area by offering faster, more reliable and more convenient mobility options.
STV, in joint venture, played a central leadership role in developing and evaluating alternatives for this transformative initiative, including the program’s iconic centerpiece, the Automated People Mover (APM).
What challenges did STV address?
LAX needed a long‑term, sustainable strategy to alleviate landside gridlock, improve passenger circulation and provide seamless connections to regional transit. The challenge was integrating multiple large‑scale mobility components – rail, rental car facilities, terminal access and roadway upgrades – into a cohesive system that would maintain airport operations and support future demand.
What solutions did STV deliver?
STV led facilities planning and engineering for LAMP, guiding the development of the 2.25‑mile APM system that will transport passengers between terminals, the Consolidated Rental Car Facility and regional rail connections in just 10 minutes. STV also delivered environmental services for the Airport Metro Connector (AMC), which will link the APM to LA Metro’s Crenshaw/LAX Line, enabling rail‑to‑airport access for the first time.
How does this project benefit the region?
The program dramatically enhances mobility for millions of travelers and residents by reducing congestion, improving travel time reliability and expanding sustainable transit options. By integrating airport access with regional transportation networks, LAX strengthens connectivity across Los Angeles and supports cleaner, more efficient travel for decades to come.
Key Stats and Accolades
- 10‑minute APM travel time
- 2.25‑mile APM system
- 550,000+ kilowatts of AMC solar power generation
- Direct linkage between APM and LA Metro’s Crenshaw/LAX Line
- Major reduction of vehicle congestion in LAX’s Central Terminal Area
