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
Engines
Rolls Further Improves Missed Trip and AOG Response Rates
Improved parts availability and engine health monitoring are key drivers of reduced missed trip rates and improved AOG response for Rolls-Royce operators.
Charter & Fractional
Zetta Jet Keeps Spreading Its Wings Across Continents
Singapore-based Zetta Jet has a strong presence in Asia and North America, but can also fly charter clients to and from Europe.
FBOs
Chauffeur Expertise Completes the Private Aviation Experience
Limousine provider Drivania's investment in supporting the business aviation sector has resulted in well above average growth rates.
Security
Custom Jet Charters Approved For DCA Security Access
Exclusive group's Custom Jet Charters has completed DASSP certification allowing access to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Charter & Fractional
Integration of Luxaviation and ExecuJet Reaches a New Level
The combined companies now benefit from a new central operations support department, based in the UK.
Aircraft
Business Aircraft Deliveries Largely Subdued in 1Q 2017
GAMA reported an overall 6.5 percent increase in business aircraft deliveries for the first quarter of 2016, but results varied among manufacturers.
Engines
GE's New Turboprop Engine Family Has Deep Roots in Europe
GE will build its new Advanced Turboprop engine in the Czech Republic.
Avionics
Jeppesen Switches To The Weather Company As New Data Provider
IBM's The Weather Company will provide all weather data for Jeppesen's flight operations systems.
Aircraft
Business Aviation Is Now Clear Priority For Pilatus
The new Pilatus PC-24 business jet is due to enter service at the end of 2017.
Charter & Fractional
VistaJet Pauses As Fleet Surge Passes The 70-Jet Mark
Fast-growing private lift provider is now ready to look beyond Bombardier for future growth.
Aircraft
Maintenance Provider Reports Increased Bizav Flying Activity
Business aircraft traffic was higher in the first quarter of 2017 than in the last quarter of 2016.
Aircraft
Analyst Sees Grounds for Optimism In Europe's Bizav Market
Brian Foley says improved political stability, stronger stock markets and an stabilized euro currency could be a good combination for the industry.
Regulations and Government
AIN Blog: U.S. Aero Industry Uneasy Over Trump's Mexico Tariff
It remains unclear whether U.S. President Trump will fulfill his pledge to introduce a 20 percent tariff on goods imported from Mexico.
FBOs
Ross Long Beach FBO Cleared For Washington DCA Access
DCA Gateway approval is granted by the U.S. Transportation Security Administration.
Rotorcraft
China's Hubei Tongcheng Orders Pair of Bell 505s
Chinese operator will use helicopters for crop spraying.
Charter & Fractional
Business Aviation Asia Launches Alliance with Luxaviation
Hong Kong-based BAA and Europe's Luxaviation group will manage aircraft for owners across Greater China.
Maintenance and Modifications
Jet Aviation Expands Support Capability and Fleet in Asia
Jet Aviation's MRO facilities have won new maintenance approvals from several Asian authorities.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Honeywell Seeks to Feed China's Appetite For Connectivity
Jiangsu has become the first Chinese business jet
FBOs
Universal Launches New Handling Service in the Maldives
Universal Aviation is starting a joint venture at Male International Airport in the Maldives.
Charter & Fractional
Comlux Signs Completions Deals In China, Seeks Partner
Comlux Aviation is seeking to forge a partnership with a Chinese business aircraft operator.
Aircraft
HondaJet Makes Chinese Debut at ABACE Show
Honda claims its long-awaited new light jet is a cut above its more traditional competitors.
FBOs
Sky Services Offers Gateway to Italy For Asian Operators
The newest addition to Sky Services's FBO network is at Siena in the Tuscany region of Italy.
Aircraft
G550 Order and G650 Approval Boost Gulfstream Hopes In China
The Beijing Red Cross Emergency Medical Center is to use a Gulfstream G550 aircraft.
Charter & Fractional
Zetta Jet Grows Rapidly In Trans-Pacific Charter Market
Zetta Jet's all-Bombardier fleet includes Global 5000s and 6000s, as well as the Challenger 605.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Global Jet Capital Names Sales Leader For China and North Asia
Leasing expert Violet Kwek is joining Global Jet Capital as sales director for Greater China and North Asia.
Aircraft
New Tianjin Service Center Shows Bombardier’s Belief In China
Bombardier’s new Global 7000 long range jet is expected to sell well in Asia.
Rotorcraft
Bell Helicopter Boosts Sales In Asia And Reveals Future Technology
China’s Reignwood Aviation will soon be the world’s largest fleet operator of the new Bell 505 helicopter
FBOs
Farnborough Airport Is In Prime Position For Access to London
The UK airport is on track to become one of the world’s first carbon-neutral airports.
Regulations and Government
Brazilian Bizav Group Names Pires as Executive Director
Flavio Pires is replacing Ricardo Nogueira as executive director of ABAG.
Rotorcraft
Avpro Secures Exclusive Deals to Remarket Helicopters
Avpro has already sold three helicopters this year.
