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
Charter & Fractional
Air Ambulance Service Launches at London Biggin Hill
UK ground ambulance provider has invested in a Pilatus PC-12 turboprop single
Avionics
U.S. Army Evaluates Optionally Piloted Flight Deck for Helicopters
SkyOS technology could be used for Black Hawks and other military rotorcraft
Maintenance and Modifications
Taiwan Approves ExecuJet Malaysia for Bombardier MRO Work
Kuala Lumpur facility provides line and base maintenance for Challengers and Globals
Airlines
Evia Aero Confirms Order For Hydrogen-powered Islander Aircraft
Britten-Norman is expected to deliver the first of 15 aircraft to the German airline in 2027
ATC
Anra and Future Flight Global Build eVTOL Operations Digital Twin
Software will support increasingly autonomous flight operations
Engines
EASA OKs PW545D Turbofan for Cessna Citation Ascend
European approval follows Transport Canada and FAA nods in July 2024
Safety
EASA Extends Warning over Flights in Russian Airspace
Updated conflict zone information bulletin follows destruction of Azerbaijan Airlines flight
Accidents
UK Inquest To Assess Causes of AW169 Fatal Accident
Family of passenger killed has filed a lawsuit seeking damages from manufacturer Leonardo
Engines
Airbus Taps BAE For Micro-Hybridization Energy Storage
Concept involves "supporting role" for batteries during some operational phases
Aircraft
Éric Trappier Takes the Reins as Head of Dassault Group
Long-serving executive retains his position as CEO of Dassault Aviation
Aircraft
EBACE Organizers Promise New Look for European Show
Exhibitor list and conference agenda will be unveiled soon
Aircraft
Vertical Starts Piloted Thrustborne Flights With VX4 eVTOL
Company progressing towards hover-to-cruise transition flights
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Future of European eVTOL Aircraft Pioneers Remains Uncertain
Lilium and Volocopter scramble to firm up new financial backing
Rotorcraft
EASA Releases Rotorcraft Noise Software and Database
Tools can be freely downloaded for use by companies and organizations
Charter & Fractional
AirX Seeks More Funding for Charter Fleet Growth
Malta-based operator wants to triple fleet size with 40 more jets
Engines
Pipistrel Advances Hydrogen, Hybrid, and Electric Power Options
Textron eAviation subsidiary has long been deep into propulsion R&D
Engines
French Start-up Beyond Aero Gets Backing for Hydrogen Bizjet
No major business aviation OEMs have yet committed to hydrogen propulsion
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Blog: Tariffs Set To Burden Aerospace Supply Chains
New U.S. administration set to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China
Aircraft
Manta Steps Up Work on Ann6 Hybrid-Electric Aircraft
Latest version of the design was unveiled at the recent China Airshow in Zhuhai
Environment
Green Aviation Takes Root in France's Aerospace Valley
Organization holds its sixth annual Green Aero Days event in Toulouse
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Lilium Announces Buy-out Deal With American and European Investors
Mobile Lift Corporation could restart work on Lilium Jet in 2025
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Vertical Aerospace Shareholders Back $50 Million eVTOL Aircraft Funding
Meanwhile, prospects for keeping rival eVTOL developer Lilium in business appear to be fading
Aircraft
Volocopter Makes Final Push Toward eVTOL Aircraft Type Certification
Latest prototype of the two-seater now features improved rotors
Airports
Campaigners Push To Reopen Helsinki's Malmi Airport
Helsinki city officials want to build housing on the historic site and nature reserve
Charter & Fractional
Sino Jet Supports Chinese Business Growth in the Gulf
Hong Kong-based group has established a new headquarters in Dubai
Regulations and Government
EASA Proposes Rules for Electronic Aircrew Licenses
New electronic personnel licenses will be available on digital devices
Environment
RTX Launches Sustainability Alliance With Dutch Aerospace Sector
Collins Aerospace and Pratt & Whitney are committed to new R&D efforts in the Netherlands
Maintenance and Modifications
Safran Appoints ExecuJet to Support Falcon 6X APU
Facilities in Malaysia, Australia, and Dubai are now authorized service centers
ATC
Frequentis Will Modernize Norwegian Air Traffic Management
Contract with Avinor covers major tower upgrades at Oslo and 14 regional airports
Safety
Business Aviation Security and Safety Experts Join Forces
Partners say the industry has "a significant security shortfall."
