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
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
Sustainability and 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
Sustainability and Environment
Regional Airline and Thales Reduce Contrail Emissions
Altitude changes have reduced climate impact by at least 40%
Sustainability and Environment
Airfoils Generate Electricity from Jet Thrust at Airports
Energy Capturing Pods are installed close to engine ground run locations
Sustainability and Environment
Air Mobility Center of Excellence To Host Pulitzer Electric Aircraft Race
Race will be held in October at Ohio’s Springfield-Beckley Municipal Airport
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Lilium Closes eVTOL Business As New Investment Falls Through
Group of investors fail to complete takeover of German company assets
Airports
Operators Warned over Summer Restrictions in Athens
Parking times will be reduced and slot delays of at least an hour should be expected
Regulations and Government
China's Low-Altitude Economy Builds Path for eVTOL Air Taxi Services
Front-runners like EHang are starting with sightseeing and logistics flights
Charter & Fractional
Aircraft Owners Risk UK Bans for Flying Illegal Charters
Celebrity charter flight was deliberately filed as a private operation
Aircraft
Airbus Pushes For Increased Airliner Deliveries in 2025
Helicopter deliveries and orders were among the highlights of aerospace group's 2024 results
Aircraft
EBAA Releases EBACE Conference Details for Geneva Show
Three stages will include live discussions about aircraft operations, innovation, and business aviation news
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Pilatus Boosts Revenues, Responds to Supply-chain Issues
Swiss manufacturer delivered 153 aircraft in 2024, including PC-12s and PC-24s
FBOs
Farnborough Owners Invest In Structures, Sustainability and People
Another four-bay hangar has been added at the London-area airport over the past 12 months
Engines
ZeroAvia To Deliver Electric Propulsion for Jetcruzer 500E
Hydrogen-electric six-seater aircraft is targeted for 2028 service entry
Charter & Fractional
French Helicopter Operator Signs For Volocopter's VoloCity eVTOL
Sales agreement signed as German manufacturer seeks funding to avoid insolvency
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Eviation ‘Pauses‘ Alice Electric Aircraft While Seeking New Funds
30 staff at the Washington-based company were laid off last week
