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
Security
Osprey Warns of Increased Security Risk and Fuel Prices
Attacks by Houthi forces in Saudi Arabia pose new threats
Maintenance and Modifications
Applying AI to Drill Into MROs’ Supply Chain Bottlenecks
Company says maintenance providers need a way to count the real cost of delivery delays
Training and Workforce
Farnborough Airport Recruits More Operations Trainees
London-area airport is starting its third training program
Rotorcraft
Nepal Relief Efforts Need More Support and Coordination
Local rotorcraft industry leader urges international partners to get involved in crisis
Aircraft
Atlas Will Build Electra’s EL9 Hybrid-electric Prototypes
Wichita-based aerospace manufacturing group has partnered with the U.S. start-up
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Lockheed Martin Will Build Four Vectis Drone Prototypes
The U.S. defense group displayed a UAS model at the Air & Space Forces Association conference
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Swarm Pitches Gamera for New U.S. Drone Requirements
U.S. Air Force is seeking a more affordable replacement for MQ-9A Reapers
Charter & Fractional
Gama Aviation Sues over Loss of Air Ambulance Contract
Northern Ireland-based 247 Aviation is set to take over air ambulance work
Charter & Fractional
Flexjet’s New Farnborough Terminal Could Spur Global Growth
New Europe facility includes training and operations centers
ATC
Bizav Traffic Impacted by UK Air Traffic Control Failure
Thousands of commercial airline flights were canceled on Tuesday and Wednesday
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Gogo Responds to Growing Connectivity Demand in Africa
Satcom specialist is participating in this week’s Aviation Africa Summit
Training and Workforce
AIN Editor-in-chief Matt Thurber To Retire in October
Four-decade career in aviation journalism culminated in leading AIN’s editorial team
Airlines
Airlines Confront Ongoing Impact of Middle East Conflict
High fuel costs and extended route disruption could force longer-term changes
Training and Workforce
Pilatus PC-7 MKX Basic Trainer Makes First Flight
The Dutch air force will receive eight of the two-seaters in 2027
Charter & Fractional
Middle East and Africa Fuel Comlux’s Charter Growth
Europe-based group is adding a pair of Bombardier Global 8000 jets, plus a 6500
Regulations and Government
African Bizav Strives for Greater Market Opportunity
Industry group presses for regulatory progress and continuity across the continent
Charter & Fractional
China’s Sino Jet Expands Charter Fleet with Second G700
The Hong Kong-based operator now has almost 50 business aircraft
Fuel
Beyond Aero and French Airports Prepare for H2 Flights
Aéroports de la Côte d’Azur teams with hydrogen business jet developer
Security
Aircraft Operators Face Rising Threats in Gulf and Russia
Security consultants are warning clients to increase vigilance
Engines
Rolls-Royce Completes $1 Billion Engine Site Upgrade
Improved engine production and test facilities are mainly focused on military programs
Training and Workforce
Axis Announces Plans for Helicopter Training Systems
Austrian manufacturer has yet to say which rotorcraft types it will support
Aircraft
Helsinki Evaluates Hybrid-electric Flight Connections
City officials and a local university are working with manufacturer Electra
Maintenance and Modifications
Australian Regulator Approves Textron Service Centers
Textron operates service centers in Melbourne, Perth, and Gold Coast
Training and Workforce
Tapping Data to Safely Drive Up Aerospace Productivity
The lack of 3D data is holding back some aspects of manufacturing
Aircraft
Zuri Prepares to Fly Hybrid-electric Cargo Drone
Platform offers 100 kilogram payload and 300 nm range
Rotorcraft
Vertical Lift Groups Extend Trade Show Partnership
European Helicopter Association and Vertical Aviation International extended their alliance
Airlines
Skyhop Plans Island Routes With Noemi's Electric Seaplane
Agreement between start-ups could lead to orders for up to 15 aircraft
Aircraft
Jetcraft Bullish on Preowned Business Aircraft Market
Broker says new aircraft production rates and tax changes are key drivers
Avionics
Autoland-equipped Phenom 300EV Gets Trio of Approvals
Light jet now approved by Brazilian, U.S., and European regulators
Training and Workforce
Air Charter Association Expands NextGen Group
Saxon Air executive Rachel Harvey chairs the group for young charter professionals
