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
Flying Classroom Departs For Global Education Tour
Barrington Irving is using a Hawker 400XP to deliver STEM+ education programs across seven continents.
Airbus Expands in Asia with New Thai Flight Ops Venture
Airbus Flight Operations Services in Bangkok will produce electronic versions of flight operations manuals.
Charter & Fractional
Summer’s End Brings Dip in Air Charter Demand
Air charter demand in Europe and North America is set to soften, but overall levels of demand are ahead of this time last year.
JetExpo 2014 Opens at Moscow's Vnukovo Airport
The threat of further economic sanctions against Russia has not deterred international business aviation exhibitors at this week's JetExpo show.
Bell Boosts Helicopter Sales and Deliveries in Russia
On the first day of the JetExpo show, Bell Helicopter announced two more sales to Russian clients.
JetExpo Bizav Show Set to Open in Moscow
Russian business aviation show features maintenance specialists
Maintenance and Modifications
Falcon 7X AD Requires Landing-gear Pin Replacement
Some pintle pins in Falcon 7X main landing gear were incorrectly protected against corrosion.
Maintenance and Modifications
Honeywell Names ABS Jets as New Czech Service Center
Prague-based ABS Jets will be a dealership and service center for Honeywell avionics.
UAS Ready to Support Growing Traffic Out of Russia
Trip support specialist UAS sees increased business aviation traffic between Russia and other key emerging markets in Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
LABACE Show Points to Latin America’s Potential
Manufacturers unveil plans to boost product support in Brazil.
Engines
NextGen Trents Advance With Composite Fan Tests
Rolls-Royce is preparing to flight test the new composite carbon/titanium fan system that form part of the Advance and UltraFan technology packages.
JetExpo Business Aviation Show Set to Open in Moscow
Business aviation sees little impact from sanctions against Russia, but industry remains concerned about new restrictions.
Malaysian Airlines to Cut Jobs and Routes in Restructuring
Malaysian sovereign wealth fund Kazanah is trying to rescue MAS with a $1.9 billion capital injection and comprehensive restructuring.
Qantas Reports Big Loss as Restructuring Kicks In
Costs associated with layoffs and early fleet retirement account for much of the A$2.8 billion loss at Australian flagcarrier Qantas.
Engines
GE Finalizes New Composite for 9X Fan Blades
The use of fewer, lighter fan blades will reduce engine weight, contributing to reduced fuel burn.
Farnborough Show Orders Boost U.S. Manufacturing Data
New airliner and aerospace equipment orders announced at Farnborough resulted in a massive boost for U.S. durable goods manufacturing.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Broker Has High Hopes For Latin America, Despite Barriers
Jetcraft sees more transactions across Latin America, although the region is still far from user-friendly from the industry’s perspective.
Engines
UTP is Leading Source For Overhauled Engines
United Turbine Parts specializes in supplying overhauled PW100 and PT6 engines and components.
AIN Delivers All the News From the LABACE 2014 Show
AIN's news team is in Sao Paulo, Brazil, this week bringing you all the news from the LABACE show.
Aircraft
Evo-lution Improves Piaggio Avanti Performance
The new Piaggio Avanti Evo has more range, better airfield performance and is quieter and more environmentally friendly.
Conference Focuses On Latin American Business Aviation
LABACE delegates can attend BALA conference for free.
Aircraft
Pilatus Rolls-out Strong-Selling PC-24 Jet
The new business jet offers a spacious cabin and great versatility in terms of its performance.
Aircraft
Twin Otter Is Ready For Anything In Latin America
The versatile twin turboprop is well suited to the region’s limited infrastructure, according to manufacturer Viking.
MedAire App Brings Travel Risk Guidance To Operator
MedAire’s new app includes information on real-time risks such as natural disasters and political upheaval.
Rotorcraft
Russian Rotorcraft Have Plenty to Offer in Latin America
The Russian Helicopters group produced a wide array of aircraft suited to a variety of missions.
Charter & Fractional
European Air Charter Basks in Summer Vacation Boom
Fluctuations in Avinode’s pricing index were more moderate.
Russia May Block Europe’s Carriers From Siberian Airspace
The Russian government is looking to stop European airlines from overflying Siberia on flights to and from Asia.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Flight Bags Bring a Touch of Cozy Luxury to the Cabin
Baby alpaca wool blankets, socks and eye masks feature in new bespoke flight bags.
Charter & Fractional
Returnjet Charter Hub Embraces Brokers
Returnjet plans lower fees for brokers and promises quicker flight searches.
