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JetBlue celebrated the 11th annual ‘Fly Like a Girl’ event at Orlando International Airport, empowering over 150 young girls aged 8 to 14 with hands-on activities and mentorship. The initiative promotes careers in STEM and offers participants insights into aviation through interactive learning and engagement with female aviation professionals. JetBlue’s commitment to community and diversity was highlighted as they aim to inspire future generations in the aviation sector.
Orlando
JetBlue recently marked the 11th annual “Fly Like a Girl” event at its hangar located in Orlando International Airport (MCO) on September 20, 2025. This initiative seeks to empower young girls and aspiring aviators, with a particular focus on promoting careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
More than 150 local youth, aged between 8 and 14 years old, participated in the event, which featured various hands-on activities and mentorship opportunities from female professionals within the aviation industry. Attendees experienced interactive learning stations, live demonstrations, and a guided tour of an Airbus A320, offering firsthand insight into the aviation field.
Participants were given the chance to explore ground operations, which included activities related to baggage and cargo handling. The event was organized through the collaboration of JetBlue’s Women in Flight Crewmember Resource Group (CRG), the Corporate Social Responsibility and Impact team, and the JetBlue Foundation. This collaborative effort emphasizes the importance of fostering interest in aviation among the younger generation, especially young girls.
Ursula Hurley, president of the JetBlue Foundation, underscored the significance of Orlando as a central hub for JetBlue’s training and innovation efforts. The “Fly Like a Girl” initiative embodies the airline’s ongoing commitment to promoting STEM education and creating valid career opportunities within the aviation sector. The event serves not only as an educational platform but also facilitates connections between young attendees and female aviation role models.
JetBlue’s commitment to the Orlando community remains steadfast, as the airline has been operating in the area for over 25 years. During the event, attendees had the opportunity to engage with JetBlue employees across various roles, including pilots, inflight crew members, and technical operators. This allowed participants to gain insights into the diverse careers available within aviation.
During the same week as the “Fly Like a Girl” event, JetBlue announced plans for an expansion in Florida, which includes the addition of nine new routes from Fort Lauderdale. This expansion signifies JetBlue’s growth and commitment to improving travel options in the area. Plans were also revealed for JetBlue’s first intermodal agreement with Brightline rail service to enhance connectivity across Central and South Florida.
Through initiatives like “Fly Like a Girl,” JetBlue aims to inspire early interest in aviation and promote diversity within the industry. Icema Gibbs, JetBlue’s vice president of corporate social responsibility and impact, highlighted the significance of creating hands-on experiences that allow youth to learn about different roles within aviation, ranging from duties on the flight deck to roles in the cabin crew.
JetBlue’s investment in community engagement and empowerment reflects its dedication to supporting underserved youth interested in the aviation sector. By nurturing the next generation of aviation professionals, JetBlue hopes to pave the way for a more diverse and inclusive industry.
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