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.

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Charles Alcock

Safran subsidiary Microturbo’s new e-APU60 auxiliary power unit received certification from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration last month. It achieved European approval in May last year.


The APU, which has already been selected for the AgustaWestland AW189 helicopter, is designed to “meet the demands of new-generation more-electric aircraft,” according to Microturbo (Hall 4 Stand A7). In addition to ground starting the main engines, supplying power to the electrical systems and providing air conditioning for the AW189, the e-APU60 can restart the engines in flight and provides an additional source of power required to cover all electrical needs throughout the flightenvelope.


According to Microturbo, the e-APU60 delivers significant reductions in noise and emissions compared with conventional APUs. The company believes it will also be selected for use with fixed-wing business aircraft.

Microturbo eAPU Ready For Service On AW189 Helicopter

The electronic auxiliary power unit is quieter and has lower emissions than conventional APUs.

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