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
Safety
FAA and EASA Recommit To Collaborate on Aviation Safety
Declaration of Intent signed a month ahead of the new U.S. administration taking office
Charter & Fractional
Leon and UAS Seek to Streamline Trip Management
Partners announce joint software integration initiative
Charter & Fractional
Victor Launches Arabic Charter Flight Booking App
Customers have the option of paying extra for sustainable aviation fuel
Safety
IBAC Adds Luxaviation to its Industry Partner Program
Business aviation services group is 19th company to join program
FBOs
Jetex and Joby Install Electric Aircraft Chargers at FBOs
Equipment will support eVTOL air taxi operations, starting at UAE airports
Engines
EcoPulse Partners Report on Hybrid-electric Flight Tests
Technology demonstrator based on TBM aircraft logged 100 flight hours
Aircraft
AIN Announces New Events and Content for Busy 2025
Two more air shows on the schedule, plus a new awards ceremony for FBOs
Maintenance and Modifications
Pilatus Adds Jet Aviation Dubai As PC-24 Service Center
The Dubai International Airport facility already supports the PC-12
Maintenance and Modifications
Gama Aviation Adds Maltese AOC and Mobile Service Team
New EASA AOC gives easier access to the European Union
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
MySky and EJS Help Aircraft Operators with Procurement
Essential Jet Solutions is a portfolio management specialist
Maintenance and Modifications
UAE Approves Aero-Dienst as Maintenance Organization
CAR 145 certificate issue helps German MRO expand support for Gulf region operators
FBOs
ExecuJet Opens Private Aviation Terminal at Dubai DWC
Three-floor facility includes a spa, multiple lounges, and a cocktail and cigar bar
Charter & Fractional
VOO Flights Teams With Insignia to Improve Charter Booking
Software is intended to streamline handling of customer flight requests
Maintenance and Modifications
Comlux Opens Dubai Maintenance and Service Center
New facility spans 20,000 sq m at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub
Cabin Interior and Electronics
AMAC Offers Starlink Comms and Missile Defense Systems
The specialist engineering group is expanding its portfolio for business and VIP aircraft
Aircraft
Gulf States Seek Early Launch of eVTOL Air Services
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Saudi Arabia have all made commitments to manufacturers of new electric aircraft
Aircraft
AIN Backs Aero Friedrichshafen Business Aviation Show Hub
Business aviation will have a higher profile at the April 2025 event in Germany
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Jet Aviation and Creston Team For IFE and Cabin Management
Jet Aviation also now offers Jet Card charter program in the EMEA region
Security
Two Protestors Jailed for CitationJet Attack in Germany
Prosecutors said spraypainting caused €1 million in damages
Charter & Fractional
Qatar Executive's G700 Choice Validated by Charter Demand
Four of 10 Gulfstream long-range jets on order by operator have been delivered to date
Training and Workforce
Strong Gulf Bizav Growth Drives Skilled Staff Recruitment
Pilots, aviation post holders and engineers are in demand
Aircraft
Abu Dhabi and Archer Commit to eVTOL Manufacturing and Operations
Falcon Aviation Services is set to operate eVTOL air taxi services
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Honeywell Sees Dip in Bizjet Demand for Middle East and Africa
New aircraft deliveries in Asia and Europe also set to shrink over next five years
Charter & Fractional
UAE Prosperity Drives Fleet Growth at Empire Aviation
Company says increased wealth and economic growth in region is spurring infrastructure investments
Charter & Fractional
UAS Launches Managed Charter Fleet with Global Express
Trip support group is expanding into charter and aircraft sales markets
Charter & Fractional
Jung Sky Reports Charter Growth, Marks 15th Anniversary
Demand for charter flights is up by around 15% compared with 2022
Maintenance and Modifications
Aero-Dienst, AeroSource Team Up on MRO Growth in India
Partnership will seek to provide more support to growing fleet of business aircraft
Aircraft
Crisalion Logs Another Pre-Sale Deal For Integrity eVTOL Aircraft
Miami-based UrbanLink agreed to buy 20 of the five-passenger model
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Lilium Reports Firm eVTOL Aircraft Orders as Buyout Search Continues
Luxaviation/Sigma Air Mobility partnership plans eVTOL services in Europe and beyond
Charter & Fractional
U.S. Helicopter Operator Plans to Buy Eve Air Mobility's eVTOL Aircraft
Helicopters Inc has previously conducted eVTOL air taxi simulation flights with the Embraer offshoot
