LAX hindered by management changes

Los Angeles World Airports has improved its operations and management style since 1999, but a revolving door in leadership has stymied any kind of meaningful progress, according to a report released Tuesday. Art Marroquin in the Daily Breeze.

The audit found that six acting and permanent executive directors have come and gone over the past decade, hindering efforts to modernize Los Angeles International Airport and develop a clear plan to bolster flights at the agency's smaller airports.

Gina Marie Lindsey, who was appointed executive director of LAWA in June 2007, agreed with the finding and said she intends to stay on the job until the ongoing $5 billion modernization of LAX is completed.