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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.
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Avionics
Automated Grand Caravan Demos Cargo Flights in New Mexico
eIPP flight trials showed use case for autonomous freighter aircraft
Operations
UAS Launches AI-driven SkyX Trip Feasibility Tool
Operators can assess whether a flight is even possible before making detailed plans
Regulations and Government
FAA Proposes Fines for Arkansas Charter Operator
Company facing allegations operates under the name Jett Aircraft
Regulations and Government
FAA Clears Beta’s Alia eVTOL for Passenger Demo Flights
The fixed-wing Alia CX300 electric aircraft already holds a special airworthiness certificate
FBOs
ExecuJet Haite Starts Handling at Beijing Daxing Airport
The company already runs an FBO at Beijing Capital International Airport
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Saudi Regulator Approves Greenpoint as Repair Station
Certification follows audit of company's Moses Lake, Washington, facility
Regulations and Government
Web Manuals Launches Compliance Assistant for AI Tool
Updates include integration of FAA Data Collection Tools
Accidents
Falcon 50 Hits KLAS Fence after Aborted Takeoff
Pilots managed to avoid more damaging collision with construction equipment
Airports
Hadid Expands Support Network for Operational Challenges
Dubai-based group has new U.S. Customs and Border Patrol clearances
Sustainability and Environment
Beyond Aero Signs Commitments for Hydrogen Business Airplane
French start-up says eight-seater will attract green private flyers
Aircraft
Archer Wraps Up Bay Area ‘No Roads’ eVTOL Demo Tour
Midnight prototype is now heading to Los Angeles for the eVTOL Integration Pilot Program
Accidents
Nigerian Investigators Probe Challenger Door Separation
The jet landed safely at Abuja with nine people on board
Maintenance and Modifications
Sherpa Air Appointed Starlink Connectivity Installer
South Carolina group has been a Part 145 maintenance provider since 2023
Maintenance and Modifications
AMAC Academy Launches MRO Training Initiative
Business aviation MRO group also preparing to support Boeing Max 7
Charter & Fractional
MyAirOps Opens Flight Department Portal to End Users
Company says new interface will make for smoother connections to client requests
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
MySky Payment Platform Widens Vendor Choice
Software group said flight departments are paying too much for goods and services
FBOs
PrivatPort Brings Its FBO Network to Cancún and Tulum
Swissport spinoff adds two Mexico FBOs and names new leaders
Charter & Fractional
Charter Price Haggling Hides Real Risks, Broker Warns
Chapman Freeborn expert said Middle East buyers can be especially short-sighted
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
EBAA France Warns Tax Could Kill Off Charter Operators
Per passenger duty rates are far higher for private charter flights than airlines
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Liebherr Displays Bizjet Component Innovations
Company seeks to reduce size and weight of key components
Operations
Flight Pro International Upgrades Trip-planning Software
More operations support data now available, plus options for alerts
Training and Workforce
AeronautX Launches Bizjet Pilot Sim Training Center
Amsterdam training center will compete directly with established providers
Engines
Zuri Selects Rotax Piston Engine for Hybrid VTOL Freighter
EdgePerformance has modified the Rotax 912 ULS to act as a generator
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Amstat Preowned Data Shows Aircraft Size Fluctuations
Values for heavy jets has held up more strongly than smaller models
Sustainability and Environment
NBAA-BACE To Feature Emerging Tech Pavilion
Exhibitors include start-ups Beyond Aero, DTA Aircraft, and Regent Craft
Aircraft
Airbus Sees Rising Large Bizjet Demand in Middle East
OEM’s survey forecasts 83% flight activity growth in sector by 2030
Aircraft
AAM Innovators Converge on Ohio for Industry Forum
The National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence will host the fifth annual event
Regulations and Government
More Exhibitors and Groups Book for EBAA Week Show
Bombardier, Dassault, and Textron have committed to the show in Brussels
Rotorcraft
Falcon Executive Cleared for Flights at Dubai Helipark
Facility at Al Maktoum International Airport will complement the group’s FBO
Sustainability and Environment
Composite Makers Prepare for Next Aerospace Challenge
New narrowbody airliners could see even greater use of composite materials
