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
Aircraft
EHang Starts Autonomous eVTOL Test Program in Guangzhou
Chinese city Guangzhou is starting a pilot program aimed at establishing the basis for commercial operations of autonomous, electrically powered aircraft.
Avionics
Daedalean Steps Up Autonomous Flight Control Efforts
Artificial intelligence specialist Daedalean has raised further capital to support efforts to develop DAL-A autopilots to support autonomous aircraft.
Aircraft
VTOL Startup Pegasus Brings Irons on Board as CEO
The company is planning investor events this fall as it looks to raise money to bring its turboshaft-powered Pegasus One VTOL to market.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Teal Report Sees Civil UAS Market Tripling in Size by 2028
Commercial applications for unmanned aerial systems are increasing rapidly, drawing large investment from venture capitalists and spurring consolidation.
Aircraft
Honeywell To Supply FBW for Vertical Aerospace's eVTOL
In 2020, Vertical Aerospace is set to fly a new prototype of its planned eVTOL aircraft, featuring a fly-by-wire control system provided by Honeywell.
Airlines
Summit Seeks Solutions for Drone Disruption
The Drone Disruption Summit in October 2019 will address the costly disruption caused by drone near-misses and airport incursions.
Aircraft
PC-24 Shows Versatility with Grass Strip Touchdown
The PC-24 jet is being certified for grass field operations and demonstrated this capability by landing at the UK's Goodwood Festival of Speed show.
Aircraft
EASA Issues Special Condition To Govern VTOL Aircraft
The European Aviation Safety Agency's new Special Condition for VTOL aircraft promises a solid regulatory foundation for this fast-growing sector.
Aircraft
Global Urban Air Summit Brings Together eVTOL Innovators, Investors, and Regulators
Global Urban Air Transport Summit, to be held in Farnborough, UK, in September 2019, will include leading manufacturers, regulators and investors.
Maintenance and Modifications
Airbus Adds 10 Suppliers to Skywise Data Platform
Skywise allows aircraft operators and suppliers to share and analyse a wide array of data on Airbus aircraft systems.
Aircraft
VietJet's $12.7B Deal for Boeing Maxs Gilds F'boro Order Tally
Boeing, Airbus, ATR and leading engine makers all signed new business at the 2018 Farnborough air show.
Security
L3 Guards Against Multiple Drone Threats
L3 Communications is ready to help businesses to protect themselves from drone security threats.
Airlines
Regional Carriers Air Nostrum and Cityjet To Merge
Spain's Air Nostrum and Ireland's Cityjet are to merge operations under a new holding company by the end of 2018.
Security
EuroDIRQM Promises Protection Against Manpad Missile Threat
Italy's Elettronica is jointly showcasing its electronic warfare expertise with Spanish partner Indra.
Aircraft
Bedek Supports Amazon Air’s Freighter Conversions
Amazon Air taps Bedek for 767 freighter conversions.
Aircraft
Embraer and Boeing Shine as Airshow Orders Approach $100B
Airlines from around the globe boosted backlogs for both narrowbody and widebody airliners on the second day of the 2018 Farnborough air show.
Engines
GKN Set To Add Engine Component Repair Shop in Malaysia
GKN Aerospace is to build a sixth facility in Asia, which will be its first to support its engine components business in the region.
Engines
Rolls-Royce Selects Circor for New TP400 Engine Valve
Circor will provide a new vent ejector valve for the TP400 engines that power the A400M military transport.
Avionics
Middle Eastern Customer Selects Miysis DIRCM System
Leonardo says that its Miysis directed infrared countermeasure system provides full protection against the latest heat-seeking missile threats.
Aircraft
Gulfstream's G500 Bizjet Completes Worldwide Dash
Gulfstream's G500 is preparing to enter service later in 2018, after completing a 130,000-nm world tour.
Aircraft
Airliner Orders Hit $44B on Farnborough Airshow Opening Day
Airbus and Boeing were the main beneficiaries of some $40 billion in new business announced on the first day of the 2018 Farnborough show.
Maintenance and Modifications
Airbus SmartForce Taps Data Analytics for Military Maintenance
Airbus's SmartForce data analytics system is being introduced for military aircraft operators.
Aircraft
U.S. Scuppers Aircraft Deliveries to Iran as Euro Appeal Fails
Airbus and ATR cannot resume deliveries of new airliners to Iran after the U.S. blocked an appeal to ease sanctions against the country.
Security
Raytheon Offers Cyber Security Safety Net As Threats Escalate
Raytheon has warned about complacency over cyber security in the aerospace supply chain.
Aircraft
Dubai Airshow's Reach Now Extends Beyond the Middle East
The 2017 Dubai Airshow will include new features such as special emphasis on UAVs, safety and security, space and airport solutions.
Aircraft
Farnborough International Innovates To Keep Show Relevant
Farnborough International organizers have invested in a substantial re-development of Hall 1 and other show amenities.
Maintenance and Modifications
GE's Digital Initiative Is Driving Uncertainty Out of Operations
GE and partners are finding new ways to harvest so-called Big Data to improve the efficiency of customer operations.
Maintenance and Modifications
IAI's Bedek Ready to Expand Freighter Conversion Options
IAI's Bedek division is working on supplemental type certificates to convert Boeing 737-700s and -800s into freighters.
Engines
Integrated Nacelle Systems Take Flight On Global 7000 and C919
Nexcelle is pioneering new nacelle technology that promises savings in terms of fuel burn and maintenance costs.
Regulations and Government
Gulf Diplomatic Crisis Blocks Qatar's Aircraft from Airspace
Qatar Airways and several local Gulf carriers cancelled flights in the wake of a Saudi-led, politically-motivated airspace closure.
