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US firm Northern Jet is expanding its newly formed owner services department, reaffirming its belief that the most valuable form of AI is, and always will be, 'Authentic Individuals'.
At a time when many brands rely on automated replies, AI-driven service bots and depersonalised processes, Northern Jet is doubling down on what has powered its growth for more than 30 years: real people who genuinely care.
“We're not the biggest. We're not the loudest. And we're certainly not chasing flash or fame,” says Chris Bull, CEO of Northern Jet. “What we are known for, and what our clients tell us year after year, is our unwavering commitment to our clients, to our company and to our culture. That can't be automated.”
To ensure every aircraft owner and member receives personal, private and authentic service, Northern Jet has built a specialised owner services department, a team solely focused on delivering high-touch, relationship-driven support to its Private Advantage card holders, fractional owners and aircraft owners.
This team serves as a direct human link for all Northern Jet clients, answering calls, solving problems, anticipating needs and coordinating the details that make Northern Jet's service seamless and memorable.
“Our mission is simple,” affirms Mary Shad, VP of client experience. “Know every owner by name. Understand their preferences. Deliver with integrity. And always make time matter. Technology can assist, but it cannot replace that.”
“In private aviation, minutes matter,” Bull continues. “Our clients don't want to push buttons or repeat themselves to a machine. They want a real person who can help immediately. We will never waste their time.”
Northern Jet's growth has never been built on celebrity endorsements, expensive sponsorships or high-profile campaigns. Instead, its momentum continues to come from the same place it always has: authentic service, disciplined execution and a culture of care.