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
Avionics
Europe Still a Key Hub For Pre-owned Aircraft Sales
Aircraft broker Jetcraft has increased the number of transactions completed over the past year.
Charter & Fractional
Wheels Up Expects Europe Launch in Late 2016
U.S. private aviation membership membership program Wheels Up expects to begin European operations in 2016.
Training and Workforce
FlightSafety Boosts Training On Ground and Online
A new Falcon 2000LXS flight simulator is being added to FlightSafety International’s Paris-Le Bourget Learning Center.
Rotorcraft
Bell 429’s Luxury Cabin Interior Unveiled
Mecaer has developed a stylish cabin that is quiet and high-tech.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
TrueNorth Starts Delivering Cabin Gateway Comms Platform
The new Optelity Cabin Gateway platform can be readily upgraded to take account of changing inflight connectivity needs.
Universal and Rockwell Collins Team for ADS-B Solution
Universal Avionics and Rockwell Collins are offering an incentive to combine their SBAS-FMS and TDR-94(D) transponder to comply with ADS-B requirements.
FBOs
Signature’s European FBO Network is Thriving
Expansion of London Luton facility is almost complete as Barcelona site grows.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
ACJ Completion Highlights Amac’s Strengths
Amac Aerospace is expanding its Swiss and Turkish operations.
Maintenance and Modifications
Blackhawk Modifications Reorganizes Management Team
Bob Kromer is appointed senior vice president of business development and dealer relations.
Regulations and Government
Operators Face Challenges Before 2016 NCC Rule Change
Experts are warning of difficulties in implementing new rules for non-commercial operations in Europe.
Charter & Fractional
African Charter Clients Can Now Book Spacious Super 27
Swiss charter operator has added an upgraded Boeing 727 to its Africa-based fleet.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Jet Aviation Wins Completions Contract For First VIP 787
Jet Aviation will complete a privately-owned 787 Dreamliner at its Basel facility with delivery in 2018.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Enlarged Equiom Aviation Team is Back at EBACE
Fiduciary services and asset ownership specialist Equiom has expanded its group of aviation experts.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Honeywell Technology Features Strongly in New Jets at EBACE
Honeywell’s EBACE exhibit features its latest cabin and cockpit technology.
FBOs
Meridian Adds FBO in California, Expands in New York
Meridian is building a new FBO at Hayward Executive Airport near San Francisco and is expanding its Teterboro headquarters.
Charter & Fractional
Luxaviation Goes Global with ExecuJet Acquisition
Luxaviation today acquired ExecuJet Aviation, almost tripling the size of its group.
European Bizav Event Set for Strong Showing in 15th Year
Annual European business aviation show set to open in Geneva, Switzerland on Tuesday, May 19.
Engines
737 Max's Leap-1B Engine Begins Flight Tests
CFM International's Leap-1B turbofan for the Boeing 737 Max is on track to complete certification next year and enter service in 2017.
Charter & Fractional
Charter Broker Continues Strong Growth Trend
Private charters were a significant contributor to strong financial results at Air Charter Service.
FBOs
Nexus Expands Flight Support Operations In Europe
Nexus has opened a flight operations support center in Vienna, Austria
FBOs
Epic/UAS Fuel Partnership Goes Live Globally
Epic fuel customers can make purchases through more than 3,000 locations worldwide.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Aircraft Values Are Rising Along With Asset Exposure
Asset Insight's latest market report shows the risk to asset values posed by rising maintenance costs for pre-owned aircraft.
Aircraft
Embraer Deliveries Make a Slow Start in 1Q 2015
Embraer delivered 12 executive jets in the first quarter of 2015
Regulations and Government
NATA Pushes Congress For Full Tax Depreciation
NATA is urging the U.S. Senate to push for more comprehensive changes to tax allowances.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
NetJets Signature Series Fleet Gets New Gogo IFE
Gogo's inflight entertainment system will provide connectivity and entertainment options for NetJets passengers.
Charter & Fractional
Delta Private Jets Reports Strong Charter Sales Growth
Charter and Jet Card sales both increased by more than 40 percent in the first quarter of 2015.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Jet Aviation Basel Wins BBJ3 Completions Contract
Jet Aviation will complete the interior of a BBJ3 for a Middle Eastern client
Aircraft
March Sees Bizav Flights Climbing Again in North America
TraqPak data showed March 2015 flight activity in North America was 2.6 percent up on March 2014.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Broker Jetcraft Names Chou To Lead Asia Team
Aircraft broker Jetcraft has appointed Diana Chou as chairwoman of its Hong Kong-based Asia division
