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LAX’s nightmare ‘people mover’ delayed again three years after scheduled opening

The LAX Automated People Mover, a 2.25-mile automated train, has been delayed again and is now expected to open in January 2027. The project, originally scheduled to open in 2023, has faced multiple setbacks. The train will connect terminals, economy parking, the rental car center, and the LAX Metro Transit Center as part of a $3.3 billion project.

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  • ✓ The LAX Automated People Mover is expected to open in January 2027.
  • ✓ The project was originally scheduled to open in 2023.
  • ✓ The People Mover is a 2.25-mile automated train.
  • ✓ The project cost is $3.3 billion.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 14 independent reporting domains (85% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

What changed

The expected opening date was pushed back to January 2027, with the contractor, LINXS, citing the need for more time for testing.

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  1. LAX People Mover delayed again, now expected in January 2027

    The LAX Automated People Mover, a 2.25-mile automated train, has been delayed again and is now expected to open in January 2027. The project, originally scheduled to open in 2023, has faced multiple setbacks. The train will connect terminals, economy parking, the rental car center, and the LAX Metro Transit Center as part of a $3.3 billion project.

    Why it matters

    The LAX People Mover is a critical infrastructure project aimed at improving transportation within Los Angeles International Airport. The repeated delays have significant implications for travelers and the airport's overall efficiency. The project's challenges have drawn attention from local leaders and are becoming a topic in the LA mayor's race.

    What is confirmed

    • The LAX Automated People Mover is expected to open in January 2027.
    • The project was originally scheduled to open in 2023.
    • The People Mover is a 2.25-mile automated train.
    • The project cost is $3.3 billion.
    • The train will connect terminals, economy parking, the rental car center, and the LAX Metro Transit Center.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The delays might not be the last, according to some sources.

    What to watch next

    • The official announcement from LINXS regarding the new opening date
    • The impact of the delays on the LA mayor's race
    • The final testing and certification process for the People Mover
    Sources used for this update (13)
    1. Los Angeles Times — Troubled LAX people mover delayed again — and it might not be the last time
    2. LAist — More delays: LAX train contractor buys more time for testing
    3. KTLA — LAX People Mover opening delayed, again
    4. CBS News — LAX's long-awaited People Mover project delayed again
    5. NBC Los Angeles — Opening of LAX Automated People Mover delayed to 2027
    6. New York Post — LAX’s nightmare ‘people mover’ delayed again three years after scheduled opening
    7. abc7.com — LAX Automated People Mover train's opening delayed again, this time until at least January 2027, report says
    8. ABC7 Los Angeles — Delays of LAX People Mover takes center stage in LA mayor's race
    9. www.latimes.com — Troubled LAX People Mover opening delayed yet again
    10. nypost.com — Troubled LAX People Mover delayed again - New York Post
    11. www.cbsnews.com — LAX's long-awaited People Mover project delayed again
    12. lamag.com — LAX People Mover Delayed Again, Now Expected in 2027
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