Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) is notifying you that Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) live fire training will take place at the LAX burn site, located at Pershing Drive and Imperial Highway, between Tuesday, November 10 and Tuesday, November 17, daily from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Please note that these dates and times are subject to change based on operational needs.
*Why this training matters*
Federal regulations require airport firefighters to complete live fire training every year. This training allows LAX firefighters to practice responding to an aircraft fire under realistic, controlled conditions, using their own equipment on their own airfield. Local mutual aid partners will also participate, strengthening coordination between agencies that would respond together in an actual emergency.
The training is conducted by the Industrial Emergency Council (IEC), a California-based non-profit that has provided fire service training since 1979. IEC brings a mobile aircraft fire simulator and experienced ARFF instructors to the site.
*What to expect*
Visible flames and smoke from the burn site during daytime hours
Fire apparatus and personnel in the area near Pershing Drive and Imperial Highway
All burns are controlled, supervised, and brief
There is no cause for alarm, and no action is needed on your part. If you see smoke or fire in this area during the training period, please know it is part of a scheduled exercise.
We appreciate your understanding as we work to keep LAX and the surrounding community safe. Questions may be directed to LAWA Community Relations at 424-515-6277 or communityrelations@lawa.org
