Effective July 2011, the facility of Lufthansa Technik Logistik America (LTLA) in Los Angeles (LAX) has been established as a third main base for the customer Virgin America; this is in addition tothe existing main bases in New York (JFK) and San Francisco (SFO).

Since the start of operation in 2007, the facility Los Angeles(LAX) has been a line station for Virgin America (VRD) and has provided the basic logistics services for this client. Mainly driven by the rising customer demands due to its fleet expansion, the LAX Branch now offers the full range of logistic services. The implementation of the new facility started in February 2011 and was finished in the beginning of July 2011. Now, the employees realize a 24/7 service. Along with the handling of all logistic functions, e.g. Goods Receiving, Material Issuing, Ramp Service and Shipping, LTLA ensures fast and reliable processes with a state-of-the-art IT set-up.

The extended warehouse, having direct access to the apron of the LAX airport, enables the handling and storage of aircraft components as well as consumables and expendables, wheels, brakes and cabin material.

With the establishment of LAX, LTLA confirms its position as the specialist for aviation logistics in the North American market. As with Lufthansa Technik Logistik (LTL) as a whole, LTLA provides more than standard physical transport on a regional level. Its diverse portfolio of services has been developed to fulfill the specific requirements of its customers and the demands of the U.S.market. It offers fast and reliable transport management, material sourcing, customs brokerage, organization and optimization of repair cycles, warehouse and distribution centers, and worldwide 24-hour service.

LTLA has been extending its network of branches in the USAcontinually in order to maximize proximity and availability to its customers and ensure that it can meet their demands. The facility in Los Angeles enhances the LTLA network and strengthens the support of its customers.