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A quarterly publication of Van Nuys Airport >
JUNE 2018 |
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in this issue of flight tracks |
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> Aviation Career Day
> Job Shadow
> ACE Academy Accepting Applications
> Getting Greener
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> Airport Control Tower Reopens
> Spotlight - New Operations Superintendent
> Airport Briefs
> Calendar |
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A MESSAGE FROM THE AIRPORT MANAGER
Spring is sailing onward, and as the summer months begin to approach, Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is soaring.
Recent operations figures show a year-to-date increase of more than 20% as compared to 2017. Fuel sales continue to climb.
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STUDENTS & AVIATION PROS CHART COURSE TO SUCCESS DURING JOB SHADOW DAY
On February 22nd, more than 70 students from Van Nuys High School and the North Valley Occupational Center (NVOC) Aviation Campus, which is located at Van Nuys Airport (VNY), were greeted by mentors from aviation-related airport businesses for an insightful and interactive program during VNY's Job Shadow Day. [ Job Shadow Success+ ]
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CLAY LACY CERTIFIED AS GREEN BUSINESS
In May, Clay Lacy Aviation announced that the company’s Van Nuys Airport headquarters and maintenance facility is now officially certified by The City of Los Angeles as a Green Business and member of the California Green Business Network. [ going green + ] |
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VNY CONTROL TOWER REOPENS
Amid steady operational growth at VNY, the air traffic control tower renovation and refurbishment project that began in 2016 was completed earlier this year and will move operations from the airport’s smaller temporary facility back into the newly-upgraded tower.
[ tower reopens + ]
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#iLoveVNY
We love to see your photos featuring Van Nuys Airport! No matter where you share, be sure to tag your best shots with #iLoveVNY for a chance to be featured! Thanks for helping us build an amazing collection of VNY memories.
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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR VNY'S ACE ACADEMY
Once again, Van Nuys Airport is hosting its annual Aviation Careers Education (ACE) Academy for interested middle and high school students. The summer educational program is open to all middle school and high school students with priority given to students in the neighboring areas of VNY. Students are selected to participate in the program based on their desire to learn about aviation. This weeklong motivational program is designed to educate students about airport operations at both VNY and Los Angeles International Airport, as well as career and technical opportunities in the aviation industry. [ summer ACE+ ] |
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1 The improvement projects slated for Taxiways Alpha and Bravo are set to mobilize at the end of 2018 with prelimiary work beginning Q1 of 2019
2 The demolition of the Jet Aviation facilities has begun
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3 Final construction within The Park VNY is scheduled to be completed by Q4 of 2018
4 VNY will celebrate 90 years of aviation in December of 2018. Watch for details on a special celebraton.
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QUICKLINK | Stay connected with us
- Airport Police Dispatch: 310.646.4268
- Airport Operations: 818.442.6512
- Public & Community Relations: 818.442.6526
- Community Response Line (Noise): 800.560.0010
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Citizens' Advisory Council
First Tuesday of the month
Friends of VNY
Second Thursday of the month
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Board of Airport Commissioners
Bi-weekly at LAWA Headquarters
Van Nuys Airport Association
First Tuesday of every other month |
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June
Friendly Flers Award Luncheon - 6/20/18
Greater San Fernado Chamber Public Servants Awards - 6/21/18
Valley Industry of Commerce Association Hall of Fame Awards Dinner 6/28/18 |
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July
Aviation Careers Education Academy:
Middle School - 7/9 - 7/13/18
High School - 7/23 - 7/27/18
August
Friends of VNY Meeting - 8/9/18
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ABOUT VAN NUYS AIRPORT
VNY is one of two airports owned and operated by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), a self-supporting branch of the City of Los Angeles, governed by a seven-member Board of Airport Commissioners who are appointed by the mayor and approved by the Los Angeles City Council. One of the world's busies general aviation airports, VNY serves as a valued San Fernando Valley resource, providing ongoing leadership in general aviation, business and community service. Dedicated to non-commercial air travel, VNY had over 230,000 operations in 2017. More than 100 businesses are located on the 730-acre airport, including four major fixed-base operators and numerous aviation service companies. Annually, the airport contributes approximately $2 billion to the Southern California economy and supports over 10,000 jobs.
As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. Alternative formats in large print, braille, audio, and other forms (if possible) will be provided upon request.
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