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Courtesy of Los Angeles World Airports and LAX Integrated Express Solutions.
Those passing by LAX may catch a glimpse of train cars running on the tracks in the central terminal area and over Sepulveda and Century Boulevards. The airport’s people mover (APM) has entered a new phase of testing which brings it one step closer to finally boarding passengers.
When completed, the APM will connect the airport to LAX’s consolidated car rental facility, as well as the Metro Rail System. The system will comprise 2.25 miles of track, and six stations. It is expected to operate 24 hours per day, free of charge for LAX customers and staff.
Currently, passengers looking to get to rental facilities or public transportation rely on shuttles, which are subject to the airport’s frequent traffic congestion.
LAX Integrated Express Solutions (LINXS) will run minimum-speed trials in order to ensure vehicle clearance in the stations and on the elevated tracks. This phase will use a single pair of APM vehicles, and gradually increase in speed throughout 2025.
"This testing milestone brings us one step closer to delivering a more efficient travel experience for our employees and guests at LAX," said L.A. World Airports CEO John Ackerman in a statement posted to the agency’s website. "The train has been the airport's missing link to our great city, and it will ensure that LAX welcomes Angeleños and visitors from across the globe in a truly world-class way."
LINXS has already conducted tests for the portion of the APM running between the car rental area and the LAX Economy Parking garage.
The APM’s opening date was originally in 2023. However, after several setbacks, airport officials currently say that it will be ready to welcome passengers in January 2026. The project was reportedly 95% complete as of earlier this year, but has been delayed by disputes between the airport and LINXS.
City officials have approved a budget increase for the project from $2.9 billion to $3.34 billion, owing to legal claims and other issues.
The project is expected to be completed in advance of the three major sporting events coming to L.A. in the next few years: the 2026 FIFA World Cup, 2027 Super Bowl, and 2028 Olympic Games.
