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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PHI Aviation has introduced a pair of Airbus H175 helicopters to its offshore energy support fleet in Australia. The recently delivered twins are based at Broome in Western Australia, with more H175s set to arrive from Europe in the next few months.
The operator expects to tap the H175’s range of up to 600 nm to connect energy company sites across large territories. The aircraft can carry up to 18 passengers, cruising at 155 knots and powered by a pair of Pratt &amp; Whitney PT6C-67E turboshafts.
PHI also has bases at Exmouth in Western Australia and at Darwin in the Northern Territory. The company, which has operations worldwide, is also active in services including search-and-rescue and marine transfers. Its customers also include hospitals, air medical organizations, and government agencies.
“These state-of-the-art aircraft are a significant addition to our growing fleet in Australia,” said Cory Latiolais, PHI Aviation’s chief operating officer for the Asia-Pacific region. “They elevate our operational capabilities while reinforcing our commitment to sustainable innovation and delivering world-class service to our clients.”

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PHI Adds Airbus H175 Helicopters to Australian Energy Support Fleet

Twin-engine aircraft will be based at Broome in Western Australia

PHI Aviation is boosting its fleet of helicopters to support the offshore energy industry in Western Australia with a pair of Airbus H175s entering service.

PHI Adds H175s to Australian Energy Support Fleet

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