Lawrence Silverman
About Lawrence Silverman
Lawrence Silverman is the Chief Pilot at MassMutual in Hartford, Connecticut, with a background in the United States Air Force and extensive aviation qualifications.
Current Roles at MassMutual
Lawrence Silverman holds two significant roles at MassMutual in the Hartford, Connecticut area. He has been serving as the Chief Pilot since August 2017. Besides his responsibilities as Chief Pilot, he also works as a Corporate Pilot. His roles involve managing aviation operations and piloting corporate flights.
Experience in the United States Air Force
Lawrence Silverman has an extensive career in the United States Air Force spanning several roles over 19 years. He served as a Gulfstream V Captain / Assistant Director of Operations from 2010 to 2013 in the Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida area. Prior to this, he was a KC-10 Air Refueling Instructor Pilot from 2002 to 2010, serving in the 9th Air Refueling Squadron and the 2nd Air Refueling Squadron. Silverman also worked as a C-130E/H Evaluator / Instructor Loadmaster from 1994 to 2000 in the 37th Airlift Squadron and the 50th Airlift Squadron. He began his career as a Vehicle Operator / Parachute Rigger from 1989 to 1994.
Education and Qualifications
Lawrence Silverman has comprehensive academic qualifications in aviation and related fields. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Professional Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University between 1996 and 2000. Additionally, he holds an Associate of Science in Aircrew Operations from the Community College of the Air Force, obtained from 1996 to 1998. His educational background supports his extensive aviation career.
Pilot Licenses and Ratings
Lawrence Silverman holds multiple pilot certifications and type ratings. He has type ratings for DA-EASY, DA-2EASY, Gulfstream V, DC-10, BE-400, and MU-300 aircraft. Furthermore, Silverman is licensed as a Commercial Pilot for ASEL (Airplane Single Engine Land) and specializes in the FAA Airline Transport Pilot - AMEL (Airplane Multi-Engine Land). These qualifications enhance his capabilities as a seasoned pilot.