Famed Welcome Sign Will Be Removed Over the Next Week

The welcoming LAX sign that has greeted millions of travelers with its stylish letters is being dismantled as part of a sweeping modernization project at Los Angeles International Airport, officials confirmed Thursday.

Work to remove the massive letters began Thursday night with the “X,” which will be followed by the “A” and finally the “L.” The process is expected to take about a week. Airport officials say the sign will be stored nearby and eventually incorporated into a redesigned gateway area.

Michael Christensen, chief airport development officer of Los Angeles World Airports, said, in a statement, “Today marks a significant milestone for LAX as we continue to innovate, evolve, and transform LAX into a more efficient and accessi

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