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

UAE-based charter operator Falcon Luxe has added the first Gulfstream to its fleet of eight jets. On Tuesday, the company confirmed that it has taken delivery of a Gulfstream G450, which is available along with an Embraer Legacy 650, and six Bombardier jets—four Globals and two Challenger 605s.
Owned by Falcon Luxe, the G450 offers nonstop range from Dubai to destinations such as Moscow, Zurich, the Maldives, and the Seychelles.&nbsp;“We listen closely to what our clients want, [and] their preferences guide everything we do,” said Rashit Abdulla Rashit Al Shene, founder and chairman of Alex Group Investment, which owns Falcon. “The arrival of the Gulfstream G450 is our way to show that we are always one step ahead in meeting their expectations.”
The group’s main base is at Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (OMDW), where its Falcon Elite division operates one of several FBOs at the site. According to Falcon, the FBO achieved more than a 150% increase in traffic in the 10 months spanning August 2024 and May 2025. However,&nbsp;it did not specify the total movements handled.
In May, Falcon Luxe started offering block-hour packages to private charter customers. The company said its sales team provides flexible terms for pre-agreed flight hours at preferential rates set according to a client’s specific travel needs.

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