Van Nuys Airport

Clay Lacy Aviation and Overair Partner to Introduce Advanced Air Mobility to Southern California

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Overair and Clay Lacy plan to develop electric charging facilities at Clay Lacy’s FBO locations at John Wayne Airport in Orange County and Van Nuys Airport, located in Los Angeles.

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  • Overair and Clay Lacy plan to develop electric charging facilities at Clay Lacy’s FBO locations at John Wayne Airport in Orange County and Van Nuys Airport, located in Los Angeles.
  • Finally, the partnership will explore the establishment of new vertiport facilities and services across Southern California.
  • “Advanced air mobility (AAM) is an ideal addition to Southern California’s transportation network, creating a new option for fast, safe, and quiet transportation in the region,” said Valerie Manning, Chief Commercial Officer at Overair.
  • “We have been working with our partners at Clay Lacy for over a year and are delighted to announce our shared plan.

Liberty Announces Trial of HEXWAVE at Los Angeles International Airport for Aviation Worker Screening

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Monday, May 1, 2023

and LOS ANGELES, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Liberty Defense Holdings Ltd. ("Liberty" or the "Company") (TSXV: SCAN) (OTCQB: LDDFF) (FRANKFURT: LD2A), a leading technology provider of AI-based next generation detection solutions for concealed weapons and threats, is pleased to announce that Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) today began a customer evaluation of the HEXWAVE™ system for one week at the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) for potential use conducting employee screening at its airport facilities.

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  • and LOS ANGELES, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Liberty Defense Holdings Ltd. ("Liberty" or the "Company") (TSXV: SCAN) (OTCQB: LDDFF) (FRANKFURT: LD2A), a leading technology provider of AI-based next generation detection solutions for concealed weapons and threats, is pleased to announce that Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) today began a customer evaluation of the HEXWAVE™ system for one week at the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) for potential use conducting employee screening at its airport facilities.
  • LAWA operates and maintains three airports, LAX, Van Nuys Airport, and the LA/Palmdale Regional Airport, employing thousands of aviation workers with many access points at its facilities.
  • LAWA maintains its own police department, the Los Angeles Airport Police, responsible for the security programs at its airports.
  • The HEXWAVE will be deployed for evaluation in the field during real-time security operations at LAX in the Tom Bradley International Terminal.

Flexjet Announces Major Expansion of Private Jet Terminal Network

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Friday, January 13, 2023

The Miami terminal also will serve as the seasonal hub for Flexjet’s South Florida helicopter service, an industry first.

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  • The Miami terminal also will serve as the seasonal hub for Flexjet’s South Florida helicopter service, an industry first.
  • Expanding our private terminals in top locations ensures a more intimate experience for our owners.” said Flexjet Chief Experience Officer Megan Wolf.
  • Flexjet’s Owners-only lounges offer comfort and amenities to ease the transition from the jet to your final destination.”
    Flexjet’s expanded private jet terminal network is part of a larger commitment by the company to build out its physical infrastructure.
  • Flexjet’s Opa-Locka Executive Airport private jet terminal is expected to be the first of the newly announced terminals to open.

Flight Path Museum LAX relaunches popular simulator classes

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Flight Path Museum LAX and its sponsorship partners proudly announce the relaunch of the popular Flight Path Flyers program, an introduction to flight training taught by commercial airline pilots. The classes allow youth to explore the first steps toward a potential aviation career.

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  • Flight Path Museum LAX announces the relaunch of the popular Flight Path Flyers program for high school and college students that offers an introduction to flight training taught by commercial airline pilots.
  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Flight Path Museum LAX and its sponsorship partners proudly announce the relaunch of the popular Flight Path Flyers program, an introduction to flight training taught by commercial airline pilots.
  • Supported by American Legion Post 283, the Westchester Woman's Club and other generous benefactors, Flight Path has purchased new computer systems specifically designed for flight training.
  • "All high school and undergraduate college students are invited to apply," said Agnes Huff, PhD, Flight Path Museum president.

San Fernando Valley Businesses to Hear from Valley-Area LA City Councilmembers at State of the Valley

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022

The Greater San Fernando Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to be back in person for the 2022 State of the Valley luncheon on Thursday, October 6, 2022.

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  • The Greater San Fernando Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to be back in person for the 2022 State of the Valley luncheon on Thursday, October 6, 2022.
  • State of the Valley is the annual gathering and panel discussion by Los Angeles City Councilmembers covering the San Fernando Valley area.
  • State of the Valley serves as an opportunity for the Valley business community to hear directly from leaders about issues that matter to us, said Chamber CEO Nancy Hoffman Vanyek.
  • This event has always served as a platform for a frank discussion with our elected officials who can affect the change businesses need.

The Campaign to Re-Elect Sheriff Villanueva is Endorsed by ALADS and LAAPOA

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

SANTA FE SPRINGS, Calif., April 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The campaign to re-elect Sheriff Alex Villanueva today was officially endorsed by police organizations ALADS and LAAPOA.

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  • SANTA FE SPRINGS, Calif., April 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The campaign to re-elect Sheriff Alex Villanueva today was officially endorsed by police organizations ALADS and LAAPOA.
  • ALADS Board of Directors formally announced the endorsement of incumbent Sheriff Alex Villanueva.
  • In total,86% of ALADS members supported endorsing Villanueva, with all other candidates receiving 6% of support or less.
  • The Los Angeles Airport Peace Officers Association (LAAPOA) Board of Directors unanimously voted to endorse Alex Villanueva for re-election as sheriff of Los Angeles County.

Veteran LAPD Air Support Sergeant-Senior Supervisor Jorge Gonzalez Joins Helinet as New Chief Operating Officer

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Wednesday, February 9, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Helinet, one of the most diverse and respected helicopter companies in the United States, announced today the appointment of Jorge Gonzalez as its new Chief Operating Officer.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Helinet, one of the most diverse and respected helicopter companies in the United States, announced today the appointment of Jorge Gonzalez as its new Chief Operating Officer.
  • Gonzalez recently retired from the Los Angeles Police Department after 38 years of dedicated service and brings years of strategic aviation leadership to his new role.
  • "Helinet has done an excellent job supporting LAPD over the years and has become a trusted advisor to the police department along with many other agencies," stated Gonzalez.
  • "He had serval opportunities presented upon his retirement at LAPD and we are thrilled he chose to join Helinet.

Flight Path Museum LAX Welcomes Airport Veteran Barbara Yamamoto to Board

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Monday, August 16, 2021

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Barbara Yamamoto, longtime airport communications professional, has joined the Flight Path Museum LAX Advisory Board following a unanimous invitation by the museum's Board of Directors.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Barbara Yamamoto, longtime airport communications professional, has joined the Flight Path Museum LAX Advisory Board following a unanimous invitation by the museum's Board of Directors.
  • "We are privileged to welcome someone with Barbara's credentials and expertise to our team," said Agnes Huff, PhD, Flight Path Museum LAX President.
  • I am grateful for this opportunity and for all that Flight Path brings to the airport community," said Yamamoto.
  • Located in the former Imperial Terminal at 6661 W. Imperial Highway, LA, CA 90045, Flight Path Museum LAX is operated by nonprofit Flight Path Learning Center of Southern California in cooperation with Los Angeles World Airports, the agency which operates Los Angeles International Airport and Van Nuys Airport.

Flexjet Grows Private Terminal Network in Van Nuys, California

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Flexjet LLC , a global leader in private jet travel, today announced the expansion of its private terminal network at the Van Nuys airport in Los Angeles, California.

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  • Flexjet LLC , a global leader in private jet travel, today announced the expansion of its private terminal network at the Van Nuys airport in Los Angeles, California.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210407005902/en/
    The new Flexjet private terminal at the Van Nuys airport in Los Angeles, California.
  • The latest in Flexjets private terminal network also includes:
    In February 2016, Flexjet opened its first private terminal at Naples, Florida (ICAO: KAPF).
  • The third private terminal to open was at West Palm Beach, Fla. (ICAO: KPBI), another high-demand location for Flexjet clients.

Clay Lacy Teams with World Fuel Services and World Energy to Offer Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at Van Nuys and Orange County FBOs, Transitions Ground Support Vehicles to Renewable Diesel

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Tuesday, March 23, 2021

LOS ANGELES, March 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clay Lacy Aviation will offer Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at the companys two FBOs at Van Nuys Airport and John Wayne Orange County Airport.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clay Lacy Aviation will offer Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at the companys two FBOs at Van Nuys Airport and John Wayne Orange County Airport.
  • World Fuel Services (World Fuel) begins monthly SAF deliveries to both locations this month, with 2021 deliveries to total a minimum of 100,000 gallons.
  • World Fuel is also providing renewable diesel(RD) fuel to power Clay Lacys fuel trucks, GPUs, tugs and other ground support vehicles.
  • We are delighted to begin providing a regular supply of SAF and renewable diesel to both Clay Lacy FBOs, said Darren Fuller, World Fuel Services.