Los Angeles Airport (LAX) in 1971

We’ve posted a few great old photos of airplanes in the glory days of commercial flying. This is one from 1971 showing Los Angeles International Airport as seen from above.

Source: LAFDHS

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Los Angeles Airport (LAX) in 1971

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