Take Flight: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at LAX's Past, Present & Future "Exclusive VIP Airfield Tour of LAX"

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience at LAX! This special event offers a unique opportunity to network with industry professionals while enjoying light refreshments before embarking on a guided airfield tour. The afternoon kicks off with a warm welcome from our speaker, followed by an exciting journey through one of the world’s busiest airports. After the tour, wrap up the evening with more networking over beverages and snacks. Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and explore LAX like never before!

Note: This event is limited to the first 30 RSVPs.

Agenda:

3:00 - 3:30 PM - Reception Networking with Beverages & Lite Snacks

3:30 - 3:50 PM - Welcome & Speaker

3:50 - 4:00 PM - Board LAX Airfield Tour Bus

4:00 - 5:00 PM - LAX Airfield Tour

5:00 - 6:00 PM - Wrap-up & Networking (Beverages, Crudite Platter, Chips & Salsa)


Important Security Information for LAX Airfield Tour

As part of our LAX Airfield Tour, we will be traveling on an LAX-operated bus near active runways. For security purposes, all attendees must provide either a valid driver’s license (state and license number) or a passport (country and passport number).

  1. You must provide this information at the time of ticket purchase.
  2. The same form of identification must be presented prior to boarding the tour bus.

These security measures are required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) Police Division to ensure the safety of all participants. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Event Sponsors
Harold C. Samms III
Deputy Executive Director of LAMP Performance, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA)

Harold C. Samms III is the Deputy Executive Director of LAMP Performance at Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), with over 30 years of expertise in transportation infrastructure. At LAX, Harold leads the operational readiness of the People Mover Train (PMT) and the Consolidated Rental Car (ConRAC) facility, projects central to LAWA’s modernization efforts. His background includes leading major transit developments such as Skylink in Dallas Fort Worth and AirTran at JFK. An expert in Automated People Movers (APM) and autonomous technologies, Harold is known for his innovative approach and operational excellence.

Dedicated to fostering diversity, Harold actively mentor’s diverse groups and supports women in the industry. He has established impactful internship programs to nurture young talent, shaping the next generation of transportation professionals. In his spare time, Harold enjoys cycling and building custom liquid-cooled gaming computers, blending his passion for precision and advanced engineering.

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Rising Star:
Unsung Hero:
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Lifetime Achievement:
General Manager of the Year:
Date:
February 25, 2025
Time:
3:00 pm
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6:00 pm
Venue:
Flight Path Museum & Learning Center
Address:
6661 Imperial Hwy., Los Angeles, CA 90045
Parking:
Self-Parking
Cost
Early Bird
Expires
Regular
After
Members
$
20
$
20
Non-Members
$
30
$
30
Students
$
$
Tables
$
$
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