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.

Managing Editor

Charles Alcock

South Korean civil aviation authorities recently approved a night-vision modification for a civilian-operated Russian Ka-32 helicopter. The aircraft features night-vision systems designed, engineered and installed by U.S. firm&nbsp;Rebtech&nbsp;(Booth 1200), with a package that includes equipment for the cockpit and cabin, as well as external lighting.

 


The Ka-32 will be operated by Dae Jin Air&nbsp;for nighttime fire-suppression operations. There are approximately 500 of the helicopters operating around the world in a variety of military, parapublic and civil roles.

 


Texas-based Rebtech has established a spares hub in the Czech Republic to provide repair and service support for operators of its equipment outside the U.S. The new unit is called Glomex Military Supplies. Rebtech installed the equipment on the Ka-32 at the operator’s headquarters in Seoul.

Korean Operator Gets Night-Vision-Equipped Ka-32

Rebtech provide night vision systems for a Russian Ka-32 helicopter operated in South Korea.

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