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
Avionics
SD FlightLog Automates Data Capture and Processing
Satcom Direct’s new electronic flight data log runs through its FlightDeck Freedom datalink service.
Safety
Wyvern Expands Safety Audit Programs
InterFlight Global is the latest charter broker to join Wyvern Broker group.
FBOs
Avfuel Names New Fort Wayne FBO as Latest Dealer
The Fort Wayne Aero Center is due to open on January 1, 2016.
Airlines
TAP Portugal Refreshes Fleet with $8.5 Billion Airbus Order
TAP Portugal's new owners Atlantic Gateway have provided funds to by 53 new Airbus aircraft.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
New Cockpit Visors Can be Dimmed Electronically
Vision Systems is introducing its new Opti-Visor dimmable cockpit visors.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Comlux Adds Hangar to Boost Widebody Completion Role
Comlux is about to start a major VIP refurbishment of an Airbus A330 aircraft.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Global Jet Capital Close to Completing GE Capital Buy
The acquisition of the portfolio of GE Capital Corporate Aircraft has expanded the inventory of new leasing group Global Jet Capital.
Aircraft
Mitsubishi Regional Jet Makes First Flight
The MRJ completed a 90-minutes maiden flight from Mitsubishi's base at Nagoya Airport in Japan.
Airports
Shell Fueling Roots Run Deep In The Middle East
Shell provides Jet A aircraft fuel, lubricants and bitumen for runway resurfacing.
Training and Workforce
CAE Signs Training Agreements with Three Middle East Operators
CAE is providing new Boeing 787 and 777 simulators for Saudi Arabian Airlines
Maintenance and Modifications
GAL Launches Training Initiative for UAE Aerospace Engineers
Global Aerospace Logistics is a partnering with Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology
FBOs
MoonJet Set To Expand Flight Support to China
Jordan-based MoonJet intends to open an office in Beijing.
GDC Expands Into Helicopter Ops, ISR and Training
GDC Middle East is a new subsidiary of the GDC Group, which specializes in aircraft completions, maintenance and engineering.
Maintenance and Modifications
Asset Management Software Drives Down Costs For OEMs And Clients
IFS is providing software to support the operations of complex aircraft like Lockheed Martin’s F-35 fighter.
Aircraft
Singapore Show Set to Kick of Aerospace Year in 2016
Technology, training and business aviation will be key focal points for the next Singapore Airshow
Aircraft
Gulfstream Has Big Presence As New Jets Approach
Gulfstream is stepping up flight testing of its new G500 and G600 jets.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Jet Aviation Expands Basel VIP Completions Center
Jet Aviation recently delivered a VIP ACJ A340 aircraft.
Maintenance and Modifications
Farsound Targets Middle East For Parts Growth
Supply chain and logistics specialist Farsound aims to know what its customers need before they do.
Maintenance and Modifications
Jet Aviation Dubai Turns Ten, Expands Capability
Jet Aviation’s Dubai facility now has approval for a new non-destructive test shop
Accidents
Intelligence Points to Sinai Bomb Attack As Investigation Continues
Russia and the UK suspended flights to and from Egypt while awaiting the findings of an investigation into the October 31 crash of a Metrojet A321.
Safety
NBAA Honors Czech Operator ABS For Safety Record
ABS Jets has operated for 11 years without an accident.
Engines
Trent XWB-97 For A350-1000 Makes First Test Flight
Rolls-Royce has achieved the first test flight with its 97,000-pound thrust Trent XWB-97 turbofan.
Aircraft
Strong Bizav Contingent Expected at Dubai Airshow
Business aviation exhibitors will be making a quick dash from next week's Dubai Airshow to the NBAA Convention in Las Vegas.
Avionics
Gulf Air Goes Paperless in the Cockpit With EFBs
Gulf Air is now using Jeppesen’s FliteDeck Pro electronic flight bags.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Bizjet Leasing Group Expands Horizons With GE Acquisition
Global Jet Capital is buying GE Capital Corporate Aircraft, which holds a $2.5 billion business jet leasing portfolio
FBOs
Nexus to Expand Flight Support Network
Next month [December], flight support group Nexus is set to start fulfilling a major new contract to support an operator in Saudi Arabia.
Upgrade Kit Set to Cut Fuel Burn For GP7200 Engine
Engine Alliance is tapping new technology from the GEnx, Leap and Geared Turbofan engines.
Training and Workforce
CAE Responds to Airline Demands for More Flight Training
Airlines increasingly want companies like CAE to handle all aspects of flight crew training
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Satcom Direct Sets the Gold Standard for Connectivity
Satcom Direct is exhibiting a new gold-colored router.
FBOs
ExecuJet Set for Expansion in Dubai and Jeddah
ExecuJet Middle East is marking its 16th anniversary this month.
