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
Engines
MagniX Announces Helistorm Family of Electric Engines
Robinson Helicopters CEO supports new electric propulsion initiative
Charter & Fractional
Korean Charter Flight Group Pre-Orders Sora's S-1 eVTOL Aircraft
Moviation plans to operate three initial routes in and around South Korea's capital Seoul
Charter & Fractional
Opul Jets Expands Charter Group with Wallcourt Acquisition
UK-based aircraft management company has a fleet of 11 business jets
Charter & Fractional
Jet Aviation Singapore Joins ACJ Authorized Service Network
Seletar Airport facility can do warranty-backed work on ACJ 318/319/320/321 bizliner family
Aircraft
Cash Crunch Forces Consolidation among eVTOL Contenders
Lilium, Volocopter, and Airbus all now appear to be out of the advanced air mobility running
Airlines
Honeywell Finds Strong Consumer Support for eVTOL Flights
98% of airline passengers surveyed said they would consider eVTOL air taxi services
Rotorcraft
Greek Helicopter Operator Increases Scheduled Flights
Hoper operates a fleet of five Robinson R66 and R44 rotorcraft
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Volocopter Enters New Phase of Insolvency To Save eVTOL Aircraft
Almost all employees have been placed on paid gardening leave under German legal protection
Maintenance and Modifications
Dassault Expands ExecuJet Haite’s Falcon Support in China
French manufacturer approves Daxing maintenance base as authorized service center for Falcons
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Dassault Logs Record Earnings, Braces for Tariff Impact
French company’s CEO says Trump administration policies are his biggest concern
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Jetcraft Preowned Aircraft Report Predicts Steady Growth
Rising personal wealth among buyers under 45 years old is driving transactions
FBOs
Gama Promotes New Sharjah FBO for Long-haul Tech Stops
Expanded facility will open in the emirate later this year
Security
MedAire Launches Aviation Security Awareness Course
Basic training is intended to raise security awareness among aviation professionals
Regulations and Government
Web Manuals Offers Aviation Documentation Training
Academy+ option provides product training on a subscription basis
Operations
UAS Sees Rising Flight Support Demand across Asia-Pacific
Trip support group says flight activity in the region grew by 12.5% in 2024
Maintenance and Modifications
ExecuJet Haite’s Daxing MRO Awarded Part 145 Approval
Approval covers line and base maintenance work on multiple business aircraft
Regulations and Government
Saudi Arabia Signals Desire To Unlock Business Aviation Growth
Regulator releases plan to make market access easier
Aircraft
Asian Business Aviation Gets Its Own Trade Show Again
First of the new BAAFEx events will be staged in Singapore from March 4 to 6
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Joby and Archer Cash Positions Appear Strong in Crunch Year for eVTOLs
The timing for completing FAA type certification of eVTOL aircraft remains unclear
Charter & Fractional
Rising Wealth in India Drives Demand for Personal Air Mobility
Delhi-based operator is exploring options to modernize its fleet
Charter & Fractional
Dubai Helicopter Operator and SkyDrive Plan eVTOL Tourist Flights
Rotorcraft service group says it may buy up to 50 of the three-seat SD-05 vehicle
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Rising Bizjet Deliveries Boost Embraer’s 2024 Results
Brazilian group delivered 130 Phenom and Praetor jets last year
Engines
FAA Approves GTF Advantage Engine For A320neo Airliners
Manufacturer says new geared turbofan delivers higher thrust and lower fuel burn
Aircraft
Phenom 300 Claims Another GAMA Best Seller Title
Brazilian manufacturer hailed multi-year success in latest GAMA aircraft delivery data
Regulations and Government
Technology Tackles Supply Chain Import/Export Compliance Headaches
Tariffs and sanctions mean aerospace companies have to be transparent
Aircraft
European Bizav Seeks Boost from Aero Friedrichshafen Show
April 9 to 12 event in southern Germany features an enlarged enclave for business aviation
Environment
Azzera Adds ReFuelEU Tool to Sustainability Platform
Module helps operators to comply with demanding European Union carbon requirements
Maintenance and Modifications
Oriens Marks Anniversary by Growing Managed Fleet
Business aviation services group also provides maintenance and aircraft sales support
Engines
Draco Selects PT6A-135A Engine To Power Short Takeoff Wilga Upgrade
Polish start-up is breathing new life into the out-of-production PZL 104 aircraft
Maintenance and Modifications
ExecuJet Replaces Challenger 604 Gearbox in South Africa
Work was required under a service bulletin issued by engine manufacturer GE Aerospace
