Signature Aviation and JA Worldwide Team Up to Inspire the Next Generation of Aviation Professionals
Partnership launches with student job shadowing experiences across Southern California
ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Signature Aviation, the world's largest network of private aviation terminals, and JA (Junior Achievement) Worldwide are bringing aviation career opportunities to life for students through a new partnership focused on workforce readiness and career exploration.
The collaboration kicks off with a series of job shadowing experiences at Signature Aviation locations across Southern California, giving local high school students a firsthand look at the people, operations and career pathways that keep business aviation moving. Students from Compton High School, Millikan High School and Van Nuys High School will participate in events at Signature's Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Long Beach Airport (LGB) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) locations, respectively.
Throughout the day, students will go behind the scenes at Signature's private aviation terminals, meet team members across a variety of roles and gain practical insight into the skills and experience needed to build a career in aviation. Activities will include facility tours, hands-on learning opportunities, job shadowing rotations and career conversations with Signature team members, with additional events scheduled through 2027.
"Career exploration is most meaningful when young people have the opportunity to experience it firsthand," said Asheesh Advani, CEO of JA Worldwide. "Our partnership with Signature Aviation brings students into a dynamic industry, connects them with professionals who can share their experiences and helps them develop the confidence to imagine new possibilities for their futures."
Further strengthening the partnership, Signature Aviation's Chief Digital and Information Officer, Al Lettera, recently joined JA Worldwide's Global Council, where he will support the organization's mission to expand opportunities for young people around the world.
"There's so much more to aviation than most people see, and we want young people to know that a career in this industry is within their reach," said Lettera. "By opening our doors and connecting students with our team members, we're giving them a chance to explore new possibilities, ask questions and discover the many different roles and opportunities that make this industry so rewarding. I'm proud of what we're building with Junior Achievement and the opportunities we'll create together."
The partnership builds on both organizations' shared commitment to preparing young people for the workforce. Through its global network, Junior Achievement delivers hands-on learning experiences focused on entrepreneurship, work readiness and financial health, helping young people develop the skills and confidence to succeed.
The Southern California events mark the first activation of the partnership, with additional job shadowing experiences planned for the New York Tri-State area in early 2027.
About Signature Aviation
Signature Aviation is the world's preeminent aviation hospitality company, offering exceptional experiences and essential support services to business and private aviation guests. The company's large-scale infrastructure footprint enables travel, fosters human connection and is a critical global economic driver. Signature operates an industry-leading network of private aviation terminals, with over 200 locations covering key destinations in 27 countries across five continents and is the largest distributor of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The company also offers over 16 million square feet of carbon neutral multiuse office and hangar real estate globally, providing unique networkwide benefits and advantages to guests who base their aircraft at a Signature location. For more information, please visit www.signatureaviation.com.
About JA Worldwide
As one of the world's largest and most impactful youth-serving NGOs, JA provides hands-on, immersive learning in entrepreneurship, work readiness, and financial capability.
Delivering more than 23 million learning experiences each year through 750,000+ teachers and business volunteers, JA Worldwide is one of few organizations with the scale, experience, and passion to build a brighter future for the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders. Operating in 120+ countries, JA equips young people with the skillset and mindset to build thriving communities. Learn more at jaworldwide.org.
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