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
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Comlux Wins New BBJ Work While Showcasing An ACJ
Business aviation service group Comlux is equally comfortable supporting the rival ACJ and BBJ airliner-size business jets.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Challenger is a Carbon Fiber Masterpiece for Flying Colours
Carbon fiber has proved to be a versatile material with which to modernize the look of a private jet.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Amac To Complete ACJ319 For Chinese Owner
The completion of an ACJ319 for a Chinese customer is Amac’s first contract in Asia.
Charter & Fractional
Pre-owned Aircraft Trade Now Spans Asia Pacific Region
Aircraft broker Jetcraft is positioned to exploit opportunities for business and private aviation in Greater China.
Maintenance and Modifications
Gulfstream To Expand Beijing Centers Support Capability
Gulfstream Aerospace prepares to add support capability for its G650 and G280 in China’s first factory-owned service center for business aircraft.
Aircraft
Cirrus Steps Up Flight Tests for Vision SF50 Jet
The first production conforming Cirrus Vision SF50 very light jet, “C-Zero” (C0), made its maiden flight in March from Duluth International Airport.
Charter & Fractional
VistaJet Set To Start Operations in China
VistaJet expects to have its operation in China up and running by yearend if its local air operators certificate is approved by early fourth quarter.
Flight Support Experts Back Up Operators Across Asia
There are plenty of challenges for business aviation operators in Asia, but expert help is available.
Rotorcraft
Helicopters Cleared for Takeoff in China as Fleet Grows
The Hong Kong-based company’s projection for 2014 growth is 20 percent again, based on actual orders placed for helicopters in the region.
Regulations and Government
Bizav Passengers Face Higher Taxes in the UK
Beginning April 1, 2015, the revised UK air passenger duty will include a new higher rate targeting business aircraft.
New UAV Conference Focuses On Payloads
The UAV Payloads conference in June will discuss the growing requirement for complex mission systems and capabilities.
Aerospace Giants Flock to India Aviation Show
Eighteen major global aerospace groups are exhibiting at India Aviation.
Charter & Fractional
Air Charter Demand Set To Pick Up Throughout March
Charter & Fractional
Wheels Up Offers Members More Options With Jet Aviation
Charter & Fractional
Falcon Aviation Services To Become First CSeries Charter Operator
Falcon Aviation Services signed a letter of intent to buy a Bombardier CS300
