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
UK-based HAWKER 800XP approved for LCY STEEP approach
This Raytheon Hawker 800XP operated by UK charter firm Markoss Aviation has been approved to operate at London City Airport.
TAG Farnborough appeal goes to the top
Britain’s secretary of state for Communities and Local Government will rule on TAG Aviation’s appeal for permission to increase the number of movements per
Charter & Fractional
NetJets Europe pilots less enamored of union
NetJets Europe pilots have yet to form their planned trade union and now there are signs that the movement to do so might be losing momentum as flight crew
Charter & Fractional
Private Air to take first 787 BBJ
PrivatAir has ordered the first 787 Boeing Business Jet but has yet to decide whether to use the widebody for executive charter services, corporate shuttle
Dubai ready to host new bizav show
Around 80 exhibitors have committed to participating in the Middle East Business Aviation (MEBA) conference and exhibition to be held in Dubai from January
Libyan oil firm buys Embraer jet
Libya’s Sirte Oil has ordered an Embraer E170 twinjet for corporate shuttle operations.
Regulations and Government
New offshore register close to opening
The Isle of Man–a British Crown dependency located in the Irish Sea between the UK and Ireland–is on track to have its new aircraft register up and running
Regulations and Government
Switzerland joins EASA
Switzerland officially joined the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) on December 1.
Charter & Fractional
Eco-friendly charter offered
Private jet passengers whose consciences are troubled by their jet’s contribution to global warming can now rest easier with the new CarbonNeutral option f
Aircraft
ACJ will fly shuttle service to Antarctica]
An Airbus Corporate Jetliner is about to get the chance to prove the value of its certification for flights into known icing conditions as it begins shuttl
Charter & Fractional
Flight crews get new offer from NetJets Europe
NetJets Europe (NJE) has offered its flight crew new onshore contracts and improved pay.
Maintenance and Modifications
Bombardier extends global network
Bombardier is boosting aircraft-on-ground (AOG) support in Europe with new operations in Germany and Austria.
FBOs
AML Global helps manage fuel costs
In its bid to secure lower fuel prices for the aircraft operators it represents, AML Global is not trying to cut out the middleman.
ATC
Eurocontrol’s safety plan improves air traffic management in Europe
Europe’s skies have become safer since two landmark accidents, according to a new independent survey commissioned by air traffic management agency Eurocont
Airports
Swiss airports ready for forum traffic
Zurich-area airports are preparing to receive a vast influx of business jets bringing high-ranking executives, politicians and celebrities to the annual Wo
FBOs
New FBO Opens at Zurich
Swissport Executive Aviation (SEA) was set to open a dedicated business aircraft handling operation at Zurich International Airport on January 1.
Charter & Fractional
Skyjet finds partners the key to a successful program
Bombardier guarantees its Skyjet International block charter customers availability of a specified type of business aircraft (or a superior model) if a boo
Regulations and Government
UK Defers Action on Foreign-registered Aircraft
Britain’s Department for Transport (DfT) has decided not to act unilaterally to impose new restrictions on UK-based aircraft that are registered overseas.
ATC
More Responsibility For GA Likely as Europe’s Controlled Airspace Grow
Europe’s controlled airspace is to be expanded to absorb air transport growth, leaving the general aviation community with the prospect of paying air traff
Business aviation gets on surer footing in Europe
After a long period of strained relations between the UK general aviation community and the country’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), the two groups are wo
BA Gets Leaner in Wales
British Airways transferred its maintenance base to Wales’ Cardiff International Airport more than a decade ago when costs got too high at its London Heath
Engines
GE Gears Up for GP7200 Support
General Electric Aircraft Engine Services’ facility at Nantgarw in south Wales is preparing to overhaul and repair the Engine Alliance’s GP7200 powerplant
Skills, value attract aerospace to Wales
In the aerospace world, the West is definitely looking east these days.
Aircraft
Grob springs bizjet surprise
The world of business aviation woke up to a surprise here at the Paris Air Show today with the unforeseen launch of a highly versatile new private jet.
Despite EU setbacks, EASA flies forward
The categorical rejection of the new European Union constitution by French and Dutch voters has rocked the EU to its core, casting doubt on the sustainabil
Elisra melds offense and defense
The maxim that attack is the best form of defense implies that the two modes are effectively two sides of the same combat coin.
Honeywell wants trade spat ended
“We want the subsidy issue to go away.
Aircraft
Elbit Streamlines MiG-29 Cockpit
One set of options for MiG-29 operators involves the cockpit modernization packages offered by Israel’s Elbit Systems.
Aircraft
Mother MiG Gives Birth to New 29s
Russia’s RSK MiG continues to offer new members of the MiG-29 family of multifunctional fighters, including the MiG-29K/KUB, the-29M/M2 and the -29SMT.
Dubai successes open other doors for Arinc
Transportation communications and systems engineering specialist Arinc opened an office here in Dubai just after the 2003 Dubai air show.
