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
Environment
Political Battlelines Drawn over ETS as European Court Denies Challenge
The U.S. and its allies in opposition to the European Union’s emissions trading scheme (ETS) are expected to step up political pressure on Europe
Preowned Market Still Moving, but Deals Are Slower
The specter of double-dip recession hasn’t dented an optimistic outlook at JetBrokers Europe as it marks the first anniversary of relocating to an office
Engines
Rolls-Royce Introduces Trent 900 Improvements for A380 Operators
Rolls-Royce boosts Trent 900 engine performance for A380
AIN Blog: Sound Bites Insufficient as Bizav Braces for European Financial Implosion
Bizav still has it bad but is trying to stay positive, if not completely realistic
CEPA To Hold Bizav Confab in Prague
The Central Europe Private Aviation Association (CEPA) will hold its second annual conference in the Czech capital Prague on December 1 and 2.
FBOs
Cambridge Airport Welcomes North American Travelers
Traffic is growing at the UK’s Cambridge Airport following a rebranding and change of management at the start of 2011.
Charter & Fractional
Avinode Takes Charter Closer to Client as Market Still Fluctuates
Online charter portal Avinode (Booth No.
Charter & Fractional
SchedAero Add Functions to Lighten Load for Smaller Operators
The ranks of the Wyvern Wingmen are set to increase with 26 new and returning charter operators taking safety audits during the months of September and Oct
Charter & Fractional
Wyvern Adds Wingmen as Safety Audit Specialist Turns Twenty
The ranks of the Wyvern Wingmen are set to increase with 26 new and returning charter operators taking safety audits during the months of September and Oct
Charter & Fractional
Comlux America Expands Facilities
Comlux America will begin construction of a new hangar at its Indianapolis headquarters.
FBOs
ExecuJet Expands Handling Chain With Cambridge FBO
ExecuJet Europe is further expanding its growing network of FBOs with its appointment by the UK’s Cambridge Airport to run its FBO.
Regulations and Government
European Judge Blocks U.S. Appeal against Emissions Trading Scheme
A provisional ruling from the advocate general of the European Court of Justice has denied
Maintenance and Modifications
Operators Find Cost Of Jet-Care Engine Testing Is Still Well Spent
Business aircraft operators may be battling to control costs, but they aren’t cutting back on the oil and engine debris analysis services provided by Jet-C
Aircraft
ABS Jets Plans New Prague FBO by 2013
ABS Jets is accelerating its development as a comprehensive business aviation services group and is here at the NBAA show (Booth No.
FBOs
Nagoya Airport Is Radioactive-safe and Convenient for Bizav
As part of Japan’s resolve to get back on its feet after the devastation of the earthquake and tsunami that hit the eastern part of the country in April, N
Engines
The Jet Business Opens London Store To Market Aircraft
The Jet Business is taking aircraft sales right to billionaire main street with the opening of the first storefront retail outlet of its type.
FBOs
TAG Aviation Prepares Farnborough for 2012 London Olympics
In November TAG Aviation will complete construction of a new three-bay hangar complex at the London-area Farnborough Airport.
Environment
TAG Aviation Expands at Farnborough Airport
TAG Aviation expects to complete construction of a new three-bay hangar complex at the London-area Farnborough Airport next month.
Charter & Fractional
October Air Charter Demand Looking Flat
Demand for charter flights during October looks set to remain somewhat flat, according to the latest projections from online charter portal Avinode
Charter & Fractional
Political stability aids bizav bounceback in Thailand
Business aviation activity is picking up in Thailand, with the Southeast Asian country enjoying a period of relative political stability after the recent g
Middle East Business Aviation Market Still Growing
Business aviation will once again have a strong presence in Dubai this year.
Will the Arab Spring Be Followed by a Rich Aerospace harvest in Dubai?
As the next biennial Dubai Air Show approaches, all eyes are on the Middle East, but not entirely for the usual reasons.
ATC
Charter Demand Dips Below 2010 Levels
Through the start of September, demand for charter flights was 15 to 25 points higher than during the same period in 2010, according to the forward-looking
Charter & Fractional
UK Plans Dedicated Airspace for 2012 Olympics
The UK’s National Air Traffic Services is proposing to establish a new airspace structure specifically to accommodate business aviation during the period a
FBOs
U.S. Eases Customs and Immigration Pre-Clearance Process in Shannon
The process through which business aircraft passengers and crew can clear U.S.
Aircraft
Piaggio Short Lists Partners for Jet Program
Piaggio Aero Industries apparently will enter the business-jet market only if it can line up an existing major aircraft manufacturer as a risk-sharing part
ATC
UK Plans Dedicated Airspace for Bizav at 2012 Olympics
The UK’s National Air Traffic Services proposed a new airspace structure specifically to accommodate business aviation during the 2012 Olympic Games in Lon
Aircraft
Freighter Conversion Demand Tilts IAI over to the Civil Side
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) is achieving faster growth on the civil side of its business than on the military side, for which it is arguably better k
Safi Flies the Flag for Afghan Air Transport Independence
Outsiders might assume that war is the biggest worry for Afghan carrier Safi Airways.
Rotorcraft
Mexican Operator Leases EC 145s from Milestone
Leasing group Milestone Aviation announced today its first deal involving Eurocopter aircraft through an agreement to place four new EC145s with Mexican op
