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...
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Realistic disaster drill tests airport’s emergency response
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...
Looking back: How 9/11 changed air travel
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,...
#SpottedatLAS: Aviation Day Photo Contest
National Aviation Day was August 19, and we celebrated with a photo contest! Winners were announced on our social media channels, and displayed on a gallery wall in Terminal 1, Level 2, near the C/D Security Checkpoint. The winning photo, above, was taken by Tyler...
Weather Forecasts are Essential to Aviation
Did you know Harry Reid International is the official meteorological observation point for the National Weather Service in Las Vegas? In fact, weather records from the airport go back more than 75 years. The airfield at LAS is home to an array of climate sensors that...
Wonders of Aviation on Display at VGT Open House
More than 150 guests recently attended an open house at North Las Vegas Airport (VGT), where a total of 30 aircraft were on display. Aircraft owners allowed children to sit in the planes, leading many to agree the event was exciting and inspiring for future...
Perkins Field Reopens After Rehabilitation Project
Perkins Field, the general aviation airport located in Overton operated by the Clark County Department of Aviation, reopened earlier this month after a seven-month closure for a rehabilitation of the runway, taxiways and ramps. This work was needed to address the wear...
Specialty Aircraft #SpottedatLAS
Take a look at the gallery below for a few special aircraft we spotted recently at LAS. Tag @LASairport in your own #spottedatLAS images on Instagram!
Keeping Runways Free of Water is Key to Safety
An airfield construction project at LAS aims to increase safety and efficiency by taking a runway drainage system below ground. Crews began work last year to replace above-ground drainage ditches with underground drain pipes. These pipes will help direct water away...
Specialty Aircraft #SpottedatLAS
From celebrations and commemorations to promotional partnerships, many airlines spice up their fleets with special liveries. Take a look at the gallery below for a few we spotted recently at LAS. Tag @LASairport in your own #spottedatLAS images on Instagram!