Silver Air, a leading south Californian private aircraft management company and direct charter operator, has promoted Jennifer Norvell to chief inspector, effective from 1 April. The promotion recognises her exceptional performance, technical expertise and commitment to safety and excellence in aircraft maintenance.

Norvell joined Silver Air in 2023 as an aircraft maintenance manager, where she played a key role in optimising maintenance operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting aircraft owners with strategic maintenance planning. Her leadership was instrumental in advancing the performance and cohesion of the company’s maintenance team.

With over 15 years of experience in aviation maintenance, including leadership roles at Pegasus Elite Aviation and Jet Aviation, Norvell brings operational and regulatory insight to the role. She holds an FAA Airframe & Powerplant certification and has specialised technical training on Gulfstream aircraft models, including the G650, G550 and G150.

“Jennifer's impact has been immediate and deeply felt across the team,” says Anthony Schuck, chief people officer. “She exemplifies integrity, professionalism and excellence in technical leadership. We’re excited to see her thrive in this new capacity.”