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
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Gogo Approves MetroJet Clark to Fit Satcom Systems
The Philippines MRO provider will install equipment formerly branded as Satcom Direct
Charter & Fractional
BellAir Rebrands As Jet Excellence After Red Wing Deal
Operator has added 19 Cessna Citation X jets to its fleet
Charter & Fractional
Average Jet Card Charter Rates Remain Stable in Q3
Private Jet Card Comparison tracked rates in North America
Engines
Electra Selects Evolito to Power EL9 Hybrid-Electric Aircraft
UK start-up will supply eight electric propulsion systems for each aircraft
Training and Workforce
Cirrus Adds Vision Jet Flight Simulator in Scottsdale
CAE simulator will be used for recurrent pilot training
Airports
Runway Upgrade Is Latest Improvement at Biggin Hill
New landing surface, lights, and 24/7 METAR have given operators more confidence
Aircraft
Piaggio Returns to Bizav’s Big Show under New Ownership
The Italian aircraft maker is now owned by Turkey’s Baykar group
Maintenance and Modifications
Rolls-Royce Expands CorporateCare Engine Cover
Foreign object damage to some fan blisks now covered by program
Operations
Chat Function Rolled Out to Streamline Bizav Comms
FL3XX’s Crew App now features Slack-style chat function
Charter & Fractional
Avinode Data Points to Mainly Favorable Charter Market
U.S. market is well-balanced; some other regions see growth
FBOs
FBO Groups Make Plans for eVTOL Air Taxi Services
The Signature, Atlantic, Avflight, and Clay Lacy chains are all investing
FBOs
Hadid Establishes U.S. Flight Support Operations Center
Team at Houston’s Hobby Airport will provide closer support for U.S. operators
Charter & Fractional
Blade Returns to NBAA as New Owner Joby Preps for Service
Joby bought Blade in August and is integrating the service into the Uber app
FBOs
Atlantic Aviation Selects Vertiport Real Estate Partner
Partners will focus on sites in California, New York, and Florida
Charter & Fractional
Vista Chases Growth In Japan's Private Flight Market
Company reported growth in demand for both VistaJet and XO program options
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
EBAA and GAMA Oppose New European Aviation Fuel Tax
Tax on jet-A fuel would apply to all aircraft with fewer than 19 seats
Charter & Fractional
AI Accelerates Aircraft and Crew Scheduling Platform
Floating Fleet AI aims to have more than 100 aircraft listed by year-end
Airlines
AIN Features More Leeham Commercial Aviation Coverage
Dubai Air Show daily issues will include special reports from Leeham News & Analysis
Security
Pressure Mounts for Action on Drone Disruption in Europe
Munich Airport in Germany is the latest to be targeted
Aircraft
French Military Orders Five More Surveillance Falcons
Safran and Thales are partners in the Maritime Surveillance and Intervention Aircraft program
Training and Workforce
AINsight: Euro Bizav Leaders Get Real about Challenges
Candid discussions at AIN’s CALS Europe Summit were revealing
Aircraft
Embraer Q3 Deliveries Stable, with Small Commercial Uptick
62 second-quarter deliveries included 41 business jets, 20 airliners, and a military aircraft
Engines
Additive Manufacturing Could Solve Fuel Cell Thermal Management Challenge
Conflux brings Formula 1 design pedigree to aerospace projects
Sustainability and Environment
Luxaviation Gets Emissions and SAF Support with Celeste
Azzera has integrated Celeste with the operator’s flight management system
Safety
Dyami Adds Security Cover to MD Onboard’s Medical Service
Companies have joined forces to support aircraft operators worldwide
Aircraft
First PC-12 Pro Owner Flies Aircraft Home to Australia
Australian businessman Dion Weisler recently took delivery of the new model
Engines
Beyond Aero Demos Bizjet Hydrogen Propulsion System
French start-up is developing an eight-seat business jet
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Beta Set for IPO with Plans for More Electric Aircraft
U.S. start-up shares plans to expand its portfolio
Rotorcraft
UK Air Ambulance Services Demand Operational Reforms
Emergency air services group joins calls for the UK to readopt EGNOS navigation
Fuel
Airlines and Safran Back New SAF Production Process
A Series B funding round raised $28 million for the Oxford University start-up
