Los Angeles International Airport announced that its $3.3 billion automated people mover will not open as previously planned, with passenger service now expected in early January 2027. The project, designed to move travelers between terminals, has experienced a series of postponements before the new target date was set.
The people mover, a central component of LAX's ongoing modernization efforts, is intended to provide a rapid, automated connection for airport users. The substantial investment of $3.3 billion reflects the scale of the infrastructure work required to install the system throughout the airport complex.
Repeated delays have pushed the opening further into the future, prompting officials to adjust the timeline to the beginning of 2027. The revised schedule places the launch in the first weeks of January, marking the latest anticipated start date for the system's operation.
While the exact reasons for the setbacks have not been detailed, the airport continues to prioritize the completion of the people mover as part of its broader commitment to improving passenger experience and operational efficiency. The project remains a high‑profile element of LAX's capital development plan.
The updated timeline will allow the airport to align the people mover's debut with other upcoming improvements across the facility. Stakeholders anticipate that the automated system will eventually enhance connectivity for travelers moving between terminals, reducing travel time and congestion within the airport.
As the new opening window approaches, Los Angeles International Airport will monitor progress to ensure that the people mover meets safety and performance standards before welcoming passengers in January 2027.