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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Airbus Corporate Jets and Comlux are jointly exhibiting an ACJ TwoTwenty this week at EBACE 2024 to emphasize how the aircraft combines one of the most spacious cabins on the business jet market with intercontinental range. The 786-sq-ft interior on display was designed and installed by Comlux’s completions center in Indianapolis and features six separate zones, each with a floor space of 130 sq ft.
The aircraft, which is based on the A220 airliner that typically carries up to 150 passengers, can accommodate 18 travelers in its VIP format, with sleeping accommodation for 10. With auxiliary fuel tanks fitted, it can fly up to 5,650 nm.
At the front of the cabin is a main galley that leads into a crew rest area. Beyond that is a zone set up for working and dining, with 22-inch-wide seats, and this leads into an area with more space for dining or relaxing.
The rear section has a bedroom and a bathroom with a stand-up shower. According to Airbus, noise levels in this part of the cabin can be kept as low as 48 dBA.
Comlux, which operates aircraft on behalf of private owners in the charter market, has a contract with Airbus Corporate Jets to complete and deliver the first 15 <a href="https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2024-02-20/comlux-delivers-second-completed-acj-twotwenty-bizjet">ACJ TwoTwentys</a>.

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