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
Charter & Fractional
Gama Experiencing Robust Growth
The Farnborough-based company has a growing worldwide presence.
FBOs
Euro Jet Extends Its Support Network to the East
New lounges in the Czech Republic and Croatia, plus handling supervision licenses in Turkey and Pakistan are the latest initiatives.
Rotorcraft
Gama and Cotswold Launch Helicopter Training Venture
Helicopter training will start at Gama Aviation’s Fairoaks facility in the UK.
Charter & Fractional
Mexico’s Across Reboots Fleet with Legacys and Phenoms
Mexican charter operator Across is buying 23 Embraer business jets for $260 million.
FBOs
Jetex Expands in Europe and Africa
The Dubai-based company added an FBO in Marseille and plans for five more in Morocco.
Engines
PW800s Engines Fulfilling Promise on New Gulfstream
The PW814GA engine for Gulfstream’s new G500 long-range jet is exceeding expectations across the board.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Cabin Door Brings Quiet and Big Jet Feel to Lear 75
Bombardier says that the Lear 75’s new pocket door bulkhead extends its advantage at the top of the light jet sector.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Cruise Deal Boosts Comlux, As Completions Site Grows
Fly Comlux will fly passengers on luxury tours for Crystal AirCruises
Charter & Fractional
Wyvern Assesses UAV Safety As Service Portfolio Grows
The aviation risk management and safety auditing firm provides accreditation standards to burgeoning new unmanned segment.
Charter & Fractional
MHS Grows While Holding Firm on Charter Pricing
In an age of cut-throat competition, charter and management group MHS Aviation remains focused on “healthy” growth
FBOs
Jetex Expands European FBO Network With Marseille Base
The new Jetex FBO in Marseille adds to its presence at Paris Le Bourget Airport
Aircraft
Dassault’s Falcon 8X Takes the Long Way to Geneva
Dassault CEO and chairman Eric Trappier believes the new Falcon 8X will kick-start a slow year for new jet sales.
Maintenance and Modifications
Roam System Stores, Sorts and Saves Maintenance Records
Gamit is launched the Cloud-based Records Online Asset Management system.
Airlines
Air France-KLM Names Janaillac New CEO and Chairman
Former Air France-KLM board member to replace outgoing boss Alexandre de Juniac
Aircraft
Airbus Profits Down As Problems Mount on A400M and Airliners
Airbus admitted that problems with the A400M engine, and production issues with the A350 and A320neo airliners could impact 2016 financial performance.
Charter & Fractional
Exclusive Charter Launches Fixed-rate Service to Cuba
Fixed rates in Piaggio Avanti IIs and Hawker 800XPs will be available from several Florida airports, as well as New York's JFK.
Charter & Fractional
Posting Strong Results, Gama Talks of More Acquisitions
Gama Aviation boosted revenues and profits in its first full year since the reverse takeover of Hangar8.
Airports
Striking Controllers Close Brussels Airport Again
Unofficial strike action by some Belgian air traffic controllers has caused hundreds of flight cancellations at Brussels.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Global Jet Capital Boosts Leadership Team
Fast-growing aircraft finance group Global Jet Capital has appointed a CFO and a new head of sales for Asia.
Training and Workforce
TAG Aviation Asia Staff Offered Pilot Training
The company is sponsoring employees to become professional pilots for its managed fleet.
Aircraft
Falcon 8X Debuts in China As Part of World Tour
The Falcon 8X will fly around 55,000 nmi in a series of demonstration flights around the world to prove its performance ahead of service entry this year.
Maintenance and Modifications
Tianjin Maintenance Grows in Beijing’s Shadow
Traffic flocking to the ExecuJet Haite Aviation Services MRO facility is growing as Beijing Capital Airport gets more congested.
Aircraft
Utility Aircraft Role Expansion Drives China Growth for Textron
Textron’s Caravan and King Air turboprops are selling well in China.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Aeria Looks to Bring Interior Skills Closer to Asian Clients
In partnership with parent company ST Aero of Singapore, Aeria Luxury Interiors is offering cabin interior refurbishment services
FBOs
Korea’s First FBO Set to Open Soon in Seoul
Korean Airport Corp. has partnered with Avjet Asia to build an FBO at Seoul’s Gimpo International Airport.
FBOs
Hawker Pacific’s Bizav Service Network Spans Asia Pacific
Traffic is growing at all its FBOs across the region, but most strongly in Shanghai
Engines
Rolls Looks To Boost Engine Support In China
The engine maker is set to add 10 more authorized service centers around the world this year.
Aircraft
First G650 Delivery in China Confirms Continued Demand
Minsheng Financial Leasing Co. Ltd recently took delivery of the first G650 in China.
FBOs
Jet Aviation’s Singapore Hub Proves a Strong Foundation in Asian Market
Jet Aviation’s Asia Pacific headquarters at Singapore’s Seletar Airport is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.
Maintenance and Modifications
P&WC Extends Flat-rate Overhaul Pricing to PT6A Engines
The new flat-rate pricing will include rate caps that avoid surprises for operators if additional replacement parts are required.
