Charles Alcock
Managing Editor
Charles Alcock is managing editor of the AIN Media Group, having rejoined the company in 2019. He has been an aviation journalist since 1986, and previously worked for AIN from 1990 to 2017, most recently as editor-in-chief. His main focus is on covering new aviation technology and business models, as well as international news.
Having been raised in the London area, Alcock studied at the University of Manchester in the UK and earned an honors degree in Politics and Modern History. He speaks English and French, and some German.
Latest from Charles Alcock
Aircraft
Honda Aircraft Begins HondaJet Deliveries
Honda Aircraft delivered its first HondaJet to an undisclosed customer on December 23.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Finmeccanica Ready To Start New Year With New Structure
Italian aerospace, defense and security group Finmeccanica now consists of four sectors and seven new divisions.
Avionics
Airbus To Acquire Flight Support Group Navtech
Navtech produces electronic flight bag systems, as well as aeronautical charts, navigation data and software for flight performance and crew planning,
Regulations and Government
Guernsey Aircraft Registry Set To Issue Commercial AOCs
Aircraft registered in the Channel Island of Guernsey will be able to operate commercially.
Charter & Fractional
CRJ200s Expand Charter Role for Iraq's Energy Sector
Iraq Gate is now operating three Bombardier CRJ200 regional jets to provide transportation to and from Iraqi oil and gas fields.
Maintenance and Modifications
Arabasco Elite Packages Promise More Maintenance Value
Arabasco's new Platinum, Gold and Silver Elite Service packages offer benefits such as complimentary maintenance man-hours.
Safety
Inspector To Probe FAA Oversight of U.S. Regional Carriers
An audit by the Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Transportation will look into how effectively FAA oversees regional airline operations.
Engines
Core Testing Begins for 777X Powerplant GE9X
Testing of the core for the GE Aviation GE9X engine that will power the Boeing 777X will be followed by a full engine test starting in 2016.
Aircraft
Beijing Red Cross To Operate Medevac Falcon 2000LX
Dassault specially configured a Falcon 2000LX for emergency medical flights in China.
Aircraft
Two More Gulfstream G500s Join Flight-test Program
The second and third examples of the G500 will, respectively, be used for flight load validation and avionics testing.
Aircraft
NBAA's 2015 Show in Las Vegas Is Strongest Since Downturn
NBAA's 2015 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition in Las Vegas drew strong visitor and exhibitor numbers.
FBOs
Signature’s Spacious San Jose FBO Has the High-tech Touch
Signature Flight Support's new San Jose FBO is on a 29-acre site with ample ramp and hangar space, as well as a modern executive terminal.
JCB Aero Opens New Beaudet Completions House in U.S.
Beaudet Aviation is located close to Dassault
Cabin Interior and Electronics
GDC Challenges Conventional Completions Wisdom With Technology
GDC Technics is stepping up its technological capability with an emphasis on lighter materials, plus 3D design and printing.
Aircraft
Gama Research Shows Resurgent U.S. Bizav
The U.S. bizav sector is once again dominating the world market
Maintenance and Modifications
Elliott Expands ADS-B Solutions for Hawkers
Latest STCs will cover ADS-B for four different Hawker jets.
Aircraft
Jet Edge Predicts Double-Digit Growth as Fleet Grows
Jet Edge’s fleet will soon have more than 50 aircraft
Avionics
Extant Agrees To Support Avidyne Displays
Obsolescence support specialist Extant will support the FlightMax EX5000-series multifunction displays.
Engines
Rolls-Royce Expands Global Service Center Network
The company has added new authorized service centers globally.
Engines
Passport Nacelles Installed Ahead of Global 7000 Flight Testing
Nexcelle’s nacelles promise improved aerodynamic efficiency, a quieter sound profile and more efficient maintenance.
FBOs
Jetex Expands FBO Network in Mexico and Japan
Jetex Flight Support has started partnerships with Eolo at Mexico’s Toluca Airport and with Air Contrail at Tokyo’s Narita and Haneda Airport.
Regulations and Government
MEBAA Expands Bizav Horizons Into North Africa
The Middle East and North Africa Business Aviation Association will host its second show in Morocco in September 2017.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
JetConnex Inflight Broadband Close to Service Entry
JetConnex is being offered specifically for business aviation users and is based on the new Inmarsat-5 satellite constellation.
Avionics
SD FlightLog Automates Data Capture and Processing
Satcom Direct’s new electronic flight data log runs through its FlightDeck Freedom datalink service.
Safety
Wyvern Expands Safety Audit Programs
InterFlight Global is the latest charter broker to join Wyvern Broker group.
FBOs
Avfuel Names New Fort Wayne FBO as Latest Dealer
The Fort Wayne Aero Center is due to open on January 1, 2016.
Airlines
TAP Portugal Refreshes Fleet with $8.5 Billion Airbus Order
TAP Portugal's new owners Atlantic Gateway have provided funds to by 53 new Airbus aircraft.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
New Cockpit Visors Can be Dimmed Electronically
Vision Systems is introducing its new Opti-Visor dimmable cockpit visors.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Comlux Adds Hangar to Boost Widebody Completion Role
Comlux is about to start a major VIP refurbishment of an Airbus A330 aircraft.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Global Jet Capital Close to Completing GE Capital Buy
The acquisition of the portfolio of GE Capital Corporate Aircraft has expanded the inventory of new leasing group Global Jet Capital.
