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
Aircraft
Luxaviation Supports Beyond Aero’s Hydrogen Business Aircraft Plan
The aircraft management and charter group has not committed to ordering the BYA-1
Aircraft
EBACE Show Canceled as New Format Fails To Win Support
EBAA trade group said lack of momentum made the show unviable
Security
Gulf Flight Risks Continue Despite Iran Ceasefire
Aircraft operators warned to conduct real-time risk assessments
Maintenance and Modifications
Pilatus Acquiring Sales and Support Provider Air Alliance
Transaction includes flight training and aircraft charter/management operations
Aircraft
Citation Ascend Starts European Demonstration Tour
The Ascend demonstrator is the first of the new type to cross the Atlantic
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Indemnity Insurer Calls for Clearer Charter Contracts
Charter contracts can be unclear over who gets paid what and how
Sustainability and Environment
Electric Drives Could Cut Carbon From Airliner Taxiing
UK's Project Sonata is working towards a demonstration
Security
Houthi Escalation of Iran War Widens Danger to Aviation
Security analysts are warning operators to remain vigilant in Gulf conflict
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Honeywell and Odys Develop Laila VTOL Anti-drone Platform
Partners seek to boost military options for countering drone threats
Charter & Fractional
StackAero: Charter Challenges, Opportunities Prompt Digitization
StackAero helps brokers and operators respond to market shifts
Operations
UAS Launches GTMx Mobile-first Trip Planning Platform
Trip support group says GTMx will eliminate inefficient communications to save time
Sustainability and Environment
Singapore Delays SAF Levy Due to Jet-A Price Spike
Passenger levy had been due to start for flights booked from April 1
Training and Workforce
AI Deployment Aims To Maximize Flight Training Debriefs
Navi AI is now working with leading U.S. flight training organizations
Aircraft
Diamond Unveils DA62 Special Missions Upgrade Plans
Plans included improved aerodynamics and more sensors
Charter & Fractional
Bizav and Air Transport Brace for Gulf War Impact
Analyst warns of potential for global demand destruction for airlines
Sustainability and Environment
European Airlines Demand Changes to ReFuelEU Rules
Report highlights lack of transparency and consistency in SAF requirements
Airlines
Scotland’s Loganair Trials Beta’s Alia Electric Aircraft
Initial test flights involve mail deliveries to remote communities
Sustainability and Environment
Honeywell and Boeing Seek Improved Contrail Assessments
Partners aim to integrate more effective sensors on aircraft to measure contrail formation
Regulations and Government
Harmony Jets Denies Reports It Has Ceased Operations
Malta-based charter and MRO group said it is cooperating with authorities
Charter & Fractional
Gama Aviation Acquires Charter Broker Hunt & Palmer
The acquisition for an undisclosed amount will close this week
Aircraft
Engines Change, Weight Increases for Hydrogen Business Airplane
Pusher propfans have replaced ducted fans in BYA-1’s preliminary design review
Engines
Collins Reports Progress with Hybrid-electric Propulsion Work
HECATE and SWITCH research and development is focused on new airliners
Avionics
Merlin IPO Raises $200 Million for Autonomous Flight Goals
U.S. start-up aims to convert civil and military aircraft to uncrewed operations
Aircraft
Lighter Sky Light Tires for Falcon 10X Should Last Longer
Latest Air X tires use new materials that are stronger and lighter
Maintenance and Modifications
AeroSource and ZenithJet Team To Support Aircraft Buyers
Partners want to be involved in private aircraft transactions across the Asia-Pacific region
Aircraft
Regent Resumes Trial Operations with Electric Seagliders
Wing-in-ground effect vessels operate around 30 feet above water
Charter & Fractional
Guardian Jet Owners Launch Capstone To Refresh Charter Market
Capstone Jet Charter will curate flights from select database of operators
Charter & Fractional
Charter Broker Lets Pets Fly Solo in Bizjet Cabins
Company says new option avoids pets being caged in cargo holds
Operations
WingX Reports Some Bizav Stablization From Iran War
Business aircraft flights proportionately less impacted than airline traffic
Airlines
Surf Air Orders Electric Alia for Hawaii Routes
Initial flights will be for cargo services operated by Mokulele Airlines
