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LAX New Ticketing Lobby for Mexicana Airlines and Renovations
LAX in under renovation. I know, it’s looked like it was under construction for so long that you’ve started to think that is just the way LAX is supposed to look. Well, it’s not. The airport is in the midst of receiving a $723.5 million makeover. Wow, that is even more than Michael Jackson’s spent on cosmetic surgery. The magic is happening at the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) at LAX. A new temporary ticketing lobby for Mexicana Airlines will be opened as renovations to the terminal continue moving forward. Keep that in mind if you’re flying with the Mexican carrier.
So what are they up to in there? According to the press release:
- Addition of 45,000 sq. ft. to house $140 million, in-line baggage security screening facility with latest generation explosive detection technology for increased efficiency and throughput. Eliminates passengers waiting in line with luggage for screening and reduces congestion by removing the oversized machines in check-in lobbies.
- A second gate to accommodate new generation jets — Airbus 380 and Boeing 747-800.
- Four new “mega” airline lounges to replace 16 individual ones and significantly expand overall lounge space 72 percent to 47,000 square feet. Three lounges will serve airline alliances and fourth will serve unaffiliated airlines.
- Modern technology such as dynamic video monitors that automatically update flight status.
- New heating/ventilation/air conditioning and more efficient electrical and lighting systems will reduce energy consumption; new plumbing systems will conserve water.
- Clearer signage and public address systems, and new fire life safety systems. (Don’t they mean more clear?)
- Air China and Continental Airlines E-Ticketing
- American Airlines Improved London Service
- More Airfare Surcharges at LAX
- ATA Airline Passenger Trends for 2008
- Southwest Airlines Fuel Hedging
This project is the first at LAX to apply sustainable “green” building measures, including 75 percent of construction and demolition waste will be recycled or salvaged, and design features several local and sustainable building materials and finishes. The project is scheduled to be completed by March 2010. It will be funded by several sources, including passenger facility charges, airline reimbursements, federal grants and airport revenues. No monies from City’s general funds will be used.
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Mexicana Airline is terrible. They rip their passengers off. I booked a flight and cancelled to book on a later date. I found a flight that was half the price. I asked if I can get a flight credit for the remaining amount and they said that it was not possible. They said that if the substitute flight would have been more expensive than my original flight that I would have had to pay the difference. This is terrible, do not fly Mexicana unless absolutely necessary.