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
Sustainability and Environment
Composite Specialist Toray Marks 100th Anniversary
Founded in 1926, Toray has more than 60 years of aerospace experience
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
U.S. Aerospace Chases Supply-chain Stability
AIA chief warns budget swings still threaten suppliers
Charter & Fractional
Japanese Air Charter Group Plans To Operate SD-05 eVTOLs
Japan Biz Aviation fleet includes HondaJets and Bell 429 helicopters
Sustainability and Environment
GKN-backed Start-up Focuses on Electric Motors
A joint venture with the University of Nottingham is a product of the H2Gear program
Engines
Collins Advances Electric Thrust Reverser Technology
UK engineering center of excellence is focused on ElecTRAS improvements
Maintenance and Modifications
Daher Adds Aircraft Support and Logistics Site in France
Expanded facility will employ additional product support staff
Airlines
Airbus Sees New Routes and Aging Fleets Driving Demand
Aircraft manufacturer has released its latest Global Market Forecast running through 2045
Aircraft
Radia Adds Partners for WindRunner Supersized Cargo Lifter
Military use cases could include carrying half a dozen Chinook helicopters
Airports
Signature Plots AAM Strategy with UrbanV and Electra
Private aviation terminal operator could develop vertiports with partners
FBOs
Weston Aviation Adds FBO at UK’s Cranfield Airport
FBO groups launches partnership with university-owned airport
Charter & Fractional
Flexjet Will Provide Lift for Formula 1 Races
The private flight provider will support race goers, teams, VIPs, and executives
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
U.S. Navy Evaluates Swarm Aero's Drone C2 Software
Recent FLEX exercise in Key West assessed coordination of air and sea assets
Airlines
Korean Leasing Group Signs For eViator Electric Aircraft
Nine-passenger commuter could support new regional routes in Asia
Charter & Fractional
Seal of Accreditation Vets Standards for Air Charter Firms
The Air Charter Association members must behave in a legal and transparent way
Rotorcraft
Nigerian Medical Group Buys Two Airbus H135 Helicopters
Rotorcraft are the first HEMS-equipped H135s in Africa
Airlines
AIN Appoints New Editor for Leeham News and Analysis
Appointment marks next chapter for respected commercial aviation news source
Aircraft
Toyota and Joby Start eVTOL Manufacturing Joint Venture
Toyota will be the majority owner of the production company
Charter & Fractional
World Cup Boosts Business Aviation Flights in Host Cities
Airports in cities such as Seattle and Mexico City saw higher than usual traffic levels
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Skyryse and Robinson Develop Uncrewed R66 Helicopter
The SkyOS autonomous operating system will be integrated with the single-engine rotorcraft
Accidents
PC-6 Crashes in France, Killing Pilot and 10 Skydivers
French BEA investigators are probing the June 28 accident
Accidents
Saudi Helicopter Accident Kills 14 Passengers and Crew
Flight took off from an oil terminal that had resumed operations two days earlier
Regulations and Government
GAMA Pushes for Industry Recognition in EC Strategy
Industry group submits policy white paper in response to EC call for evidence
Charter & Fractional
Wheels Up Taps Surf Air’s BrokerOS Charter Software
Operating platform uses Palantir’s artificial intelligence technology
Regulations and Government
Hong Kong Officials Start eVTOL Aircraft Flight Trials
Transport and safety agencies are exploring plans for China's low-altitude economy
Training and Workforce
Maintenance Apprentices Graduate from ExecuJet Program
Trainees have started full-time work in Kuala Lumpur facility
Sustainability and Environment
EU Court Overturns Bizav’s Sustainability Criteria Exclusion
European General Court says business aviation should be part of “green taxonomy”
Maintenance and Modifications
AMAC Refines the Art of Rapid Aircraft-on-ground Response
Planning and skilled personnel can reduce downtime for grounded jets
Airports
Farnborough Airport Appeals for Traffic Limit Changes
Business aviation gateway wants to increase weekend movements
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Acodyne Lands Funding for Electric Cargo Drone Family
Danish start-up aims to start flight testing before end of 2026
Aircraft
Dassault Falcon 10X Bizjet Makes First Test Flight
French manufacturer is targeting type certification for ultra-long-range model in 2027
