One of the world's worst airports, this is probably the best terminal

The article compares airports through a traveler’s experience at Los Angeles International Airport, arguing that one specific terminal is likely among the best. It contrasts the notoriously inefficient Tom Bradley International Terminal with United Airlines’ dedicated Terminal 7, described as a “micro airport” within LAX. The account centers on a United Airlines flight UA839 to Sydney departing at 10:45pm, and notes that Terminal 7 underwent a $546 million makeover in 2019. The writer reports minimal lines for United Polaris business-class check-in, using kiosks rather than staffed counters, and describes security steps including removing shoes. Terminal 7 serves gates 70A through 77 and includes food options such as Rolling Stone Bar & Grill, Wolfgang Puck Express, and a food court, plus a Pier 7 Market store and the United Polaris Lounge for eligible passengers.