Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) has made a significant leap in emergency preparedness with the introduction of two new state-of-the-art Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) trucks. This investment was made possible by $3 million in federal grant funding...
At LAS, we're fortunate that our airport operations aren't regularly affected by adverse weather conditions like snowstorms and hurricanes; however, we do face some challenges due to the desert heat.Rising temperatures during the summer months mean the airport must...
May 19 marked an important day for the future of aviation in Southern Nevada. The Federal Aviation Administration announced its notice of intent to prepare an environmental impact statement for the Southern Nevada Supplemental Airport (SNSA), a proposed second...
With Strip views, mountain vistas and more than 30 airlines from around the world, Harry Reid International is a plane spotters' paradise! Check out the gallery below for a few of our faves, and be sure to tag us @LASairport in your own #spottedatLAS images on...
With Strip views, mountain vistas and more than 30 airlines from around the world, Harry Reid International is a plane spotters' paradise! Check out the gallery below for a few of our faves, and be sure to tag us @LASairport in your own #spottedatLAS images on...
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) has reached a remarkable milestone by setting a new annual record for passenger numbers. In 2024, the airport welcomed 58,447,782 travelers, a 1.39% increase over the previous year. LAS is the gateway to EVERYTHING Las Vegas has...
With Strip views, mountain vistas and more than 30 airlines from around the world, Harry Reid International is a plane spotters' paradise! Check out the gallery below for a few of our faves, and be sure to tag us @LASairport in your own #spottedatLAS images on...
In a demonstration of skill and readiness, the dedicated firefighters of Harry Reid Airport's Aircraft Rescue Firefighting unit engaged in their annual FAA-mandated exercise, showcasing their expertise in tackling emergency situations. As they battled simulated flames...
Harry Reid airport is required by the FAA to complete a full-scale emergency exercise, known as a triennial, once every three years in order to maintain their certification. LAS partnered with emergency responders from agencies around the valley to conduct the...
This month marked the 23rd anniversary of the terror attacks of September 11, 2001. As the world reflected on the tragic events of that day, retired Senior Director of Aviation Ralph LePore shared his powerful memories of 9/11 and its profound impact on air travel,...
