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.

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GE Aerospace is investing up to $300 million to boost its engine repair capabilities in Singapore. The manufacturer announced the multi-year project on Wednesday, with backing from the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB).
According to GE, the improvements to be made through 2029 will accelerate turnaround times for repairs to engines including the CFM Leap-1A/1B turbofans for narrowbody airliners. The investment will partly cover new technologies such as advanced automation, digitization, and artificial intelligence-enabled inspection technologies.
Among the changes targeted by the engine maker is a module repair capability for Leap-1A/1B high-pressure turbines. The group’s Singapore site will also feature an expanded engine component portfolio, coatings that meet REACH (registration, evaluation, and authorization of chemicals) standards, and an AI center of excellence to develop maintenance, repair, and overhaul on on-wing support services.
The EDB and GE also signed a memorandum of understanding to launch plans for developing advanced repair capability in Singapore.
“With predictive maintenance and automated digital inspection, repairs become more predictable in time and cost, improving safety, durability, efficiency, and expense outcomes,” said Iain Rodger, managing director of GE Aerospace Component Repair Singapore.

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