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
Training and Workforce
Air Charter Association Interns Land Industry Jobs
Industry group is now shortlisting for 2026 internship program
Engines
Airbus Presses Pratt & Whitney on A320 Engine Shortages
European group’s helicopter division makes strong contribution to 2025 financials
Charter & Fractional
Membership Growth and Operational Improvements Boost Wheels Up
By the end of 2026, the fleet will consist entirely of Phenom and Challenger jets
Aircraft
ATR Commits to Hybrid Regional Airliner Decision In 2029
EU-backed Clean Aviation projects are the foundation for the Evo program
Aircraft
EBAA Launches Ticket Sales For 2026 EBACE Show
One major business aircraft OEM reportedly confirmed for static display
Security
Aircraft Operators Told To Brace for Gulf Flight Disruption
Dyami Security Intelligence tells clients attacks on Iran appear imminent
Airlines
Analytical Tool Assesses New Air Service Markets
The AeroTesseract portal assesses all demand and supply factors for new routes
Rotorcraft
Direct Plating Could Reduce Rotor Blade Cost and Weight
Alpha Metalcraft Group is in talks with eVTOL aircraft developers
Engines
Conscious Keeps Focus on Hydrogen-powered Dash 8 Aircraft
Airlines and special-missions applications are in the Dutch start-up’s sights
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Air Charter Operator: PC-12 Avoids Higher UK Tax Rates
Malta-based Hans Jet is one of several operators with the Pilatus turboprop
Maintenance and Modifications
AMAC Supports Multiple Dassault and Bombardier Operators
AOG responses, inspections, and repairs keep bases in Turkey and Switzerland busy
Charter & Fractional
Vista Refreshes Fleet, Orders Up to 160 Challenger 3500s
New agreement covers 40 firm orders and options for 120 more of the super-midsize jets
Security
U.S. Business Jet Pilots Seek Release from Guinea Jail
Lawyers confirm appeal now lodged with African state's supreme court
Security
Avinode: Business Aviation Must Boost Cybersecurity
Framework of Trust report says industry has outdated protection
Aircraft
ERC Flies eVTOL Prototype and Commits to Uncrewed Version
Both versions will have hybrid-electric powertrains for greater payload and range
Maintenance and Modifications
FDH Boosts Asia-Pacific Distribution Hub in Singapore
U.S. supply chain specialist has doubled its facility at Seletar Aerospace Park
Security
Aircraft Operators Face Complex Risk Management Calls
Prospect of military conflict between the U.S. and Iran is focusing minds
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Yingling Reports First Collins Venue Installation
Cabin management system is now on more than 1,800 aircraft worldwide
Aircraft
Brazil’s Synerjet Orders Regent’s Electric Seaglider
Regent aims to start delivering 12-passenger vessel in 2029
Engines
Evolito Will Supply Propulsion Units for Vertical eVTOL Aircraft
India’s JetSetGo plans to buy up to 50 of the Valo aircraft
Training and Workforce
CAE To Supply First Simulator for eVTOL Pilot Training
Eve Air Mobility will use full-flight simulator for certification work
Maintenance and Modifications
GE Invests $300 Million in Singapore Engine Repair Shop
Improvements will help support for CFM Leap-1A/1B turbofans
Maintenance and Modifications
Embraer Will Support Hungarian Air Force C-390s
Hungary has received both of its multi-role aircraft from the Brazilian manufacturer
Training and Workforce
Ohio Stakes Its Claim As Incubator For Aviation's Future
JobsOhio is at the Singapore Airshow seeking inward investment
Security
APAC Client Choses Bird Missile Protection for Helicopters
Agreement covers dozens of military rotorcraft
Engines
Vietjet Opts for More Pratt & Whitney GTF-Powered A321s
New agreement includes a 12-year maintenance plan
Airlines
Tigerair Taiwan Pounces on A321neo deal
Low-cost carrier needs larger aircraft for high-demand routes
Maintenance and Modifications
Xiamen Books ST Engineering for Leap-1A Engine Support
Chinese carrier operates a mix of Airbus and Boeing narrowbodies
Aircraft
India's Mehair Orders Hybrid-electric Polaris Aircraft
Tidal Flight says 12-seat design could enter service in 2030
Aircraft
Embraer-Adani Alliance Targets Regional Aircraft
Recent MOU does not confirm which aircraft types might be made in India
