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
Rotorcraft
Waypoint Leasing Appoints Clark McGinn to Head Sales Team
Clark McGinn is joining Waypoint Leasing from CHC Leasing
Rotorcraft
LCI to Manage Helicopters for SQN Capital Management
LCI will manage seven helicopters bought by asset management group SQN and operated by AAR and Erickson.
Rotorcraft
Bell Launches 407GXP With Massive Air Methods Order
Air Methods has ordered 200 of Bell’s new 407GXP single
Rotorcraft
LCI Starts 2015 With Strong Leasing Activity
Helicopter leasing group is seeing growth in the emergency medical sector
Rotorcraft
AgustaWestland Boosts MRO With Transmission Test Stand
The new gearbox test stand is installed at AgustaWestland’s Philadelphia, Pa. facility.
Airports
African Open Sky Expands Support Network
Djibouti and Burundi are the trip support group’s newest offices in a network spanning more than 50 African countries.
Charter & Fractional
Strong Charter Program Sales Drive XOJet to Break-even
XOJet CEO Brad Stewart says that, having achieved profitability, the company is now putting its focus more squarely on customers.
Airlines
Wizz Air Goes Public to Boost Low-Cost Growth Plan
The Hungary-based carrier has big plans to grow beyond its network across Central and Eastern Europe
Aircraft
Most Bizplane Builders Give Aero India 2015 a Miss
Dassault and Sukhoi had the only business jets on display at Aero India in Bangalore.
Maintenance and Modifications
AgustaWestland Boosts MRO with Transmission Test Stand
The new stand, installed at the company's Philadelphia facility, can be used for testing intermediate and tail rotor gear boxes.
Charter & Fractional
Returnjet Charter Hub Improves Flight Quote Accuracy
Software improvements include live feeds to operator scheduling systems.
Rotorcraft
Eagle Copters Set to Make First 407HP Deliveries
In the 407HP the Honeywell engine provides up to 22 percent more takeoff power and significantly stronger hot-and-high performance.
Aircraft
Egypt Confirms Rapid Order for Rafale Fighter
Dassault Aviation concluded its first export order for the Rafale fighter with Egypt in barely three months.
NBAA Leadership Conference Prepares Managers for Change
NBAA Leadership Conference in Tucson will have highest-ever attendance.
Charter & Fractional
Flight Booking Site Charterscanner Expands in U.S
Travelers can book charter flights commission-free at website.
Rotorcraft
Gecas Moves Into Helicopter Leasing with Milestone Takeover
GE has paid $1.775 billion and has assumed Milestone’s debts.
Regulations and Government
MEBAA Works With UAE Authority To Improve Bizav Rules
A new working group is expected to develop regulations specifically designed to govern business aircraft operations in the UAE.
FBOs
Italy FBO Group Promises Improved Handling Standards
A new consortium of FBOs is offering operators an assured level of service at Italy’s airports.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Seabury To Invest in Industry through New Merchant Bank
The new merchant banking division of advisory group Seabury will invest in areas such as minority equity stakes and commercial aircraft leasing.
Charter & Fractional
Wheels Up Hits Fleet and Membership Growth Goals in 2014
The private aviation membership program is set to firm up options for more aircraft in the next few months.
Airlines
Russian Government Guarantees Debt For Transaero
Transaero Airlines CEO denies reports of possible service cancellations due to Russian currency crisis.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Multi Service Buys Stake in Charter Portal Avinode
Avinode remains committed to strictly business-to-business charter booking model.
Aircraft
Where Does the Middle East Buy Jets? London, Of Course
The Jet Business has seen plenty of interest from Middle Eastern buyers in its exclusive London store.
Maintenance and Modifications
EASA Approves Jet Aviation Basel’s Interior for BBJ
Jet Aviation completed the BBJ completion three months ahead of schedule.
Jetcraft Opens Australian Preowned Aircraft Sales Office
Jetcraft will be represented by motorcycle racing champion Mick Doohan.
Charter & Fractional
Safety Specialist Wyvern Expands Horizons For Nexus
Flight support group Nexus is now established in Middle East, Africa, India and Europe.
Aircraft
GDC To Retrofit JetWave Satcom on Airbus and Boeing Jets
GDC Technics is to provide Honeywell’s JetWave satellite communications system for in-service Boeing and Airbus business.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
GDC Boosts Engineering Capability with PFW Acquisition
The GDC Technics completions center will now have access to PFW Engineering’s design organization approval capability.
Aircraft
JSSI Supports Growing Middle East Flight Activity
Hourly-cost maintenance provider JSSI is celebrating its 25th anniversary
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Emteq Expands Horizons as Part of B/E Aerospace
Emteq has now completed its merger with B/E Aerospace.
