The newly opened building is part of an overall $14.5 billion LAX modernization effort. Published 2 hours ago • Updated 2 hours ago NBCUniversal Media, LLC The $1.73 billion West Gates building adjacent to the Tom Bradley International Terminal at Los Angeles International Airport is open. The building is capable of serving up to 15 aircraft, both international and domestic. Download our mobile app for iOS or Android to get the latest breaking news and local stories. The West Gates project, part of an overall $14.5 billion LAX modernization effort, was approved in December 2016, with groundbreaking two months later. The five-level building connects to the Tom Bradley International Terminal with a 1,000-foot tunnel equipped with moving walkways, with travelers entering the building through a grand hall and multi-level atrium.