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
Omani Transport Group Prepares To Operate Laila Uncrewed VTOL Freighter
Mwasalat signed a partnership agreement with California-based start-up Odys Aviation
Airlines
Saudia Signs To Buy Up to 100 Lilium Jet eVTOL Aircraft
The Middle East airline will support the manufacturer in securing type certification in Saudi Arabia
Aircraft
Vertical Reveals Second eVTOL Prototype Ahead of Flight Testing
The new VX4 model has a 20% greater power-to-weight ratio than the first prototype
Aircraft
Green Regional Airliners Could Break the Market Mold
Several new hybrid-electric and hydrogen-powered aircraft are in development
Maintenance and Modifications
Honeywell Expands TFE Engine Support with Gama Aviation
Gama's Bournemouth facility in the UK will support aircraft operators across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa
Environment
Dovetail Unveils Hydrogen-electric Propulsion System
The first powertrain has been tested with ground runs conducted in Spain
Airports
Court Blocks Movement Cuts at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
It is unclear whether the new Dutch government will pursue its predecessor's environmental policies
Engines
VerdeGo Aero Unveils 400-kilowatt Hybrid-electric Propulsion System
The VH-4T will feature a Pratt & Whitney PW200 series turbine engine
Engines
Joby and H2Fly Fly Hydrogen-powered eVTOL Aircraft
The hydrogen propulsion system was jointly developed with Joby's Germany-based subsidiary
Regulations and Government
UK Regulator Gives Vertical Aerospace More Control over Certification Tasks
The UK Civil Aviation Authority and EASA have agreed on how to jointly certify the aircraft
Aircraft
Heart Presses Ahead With New Independent Hybrid Regional Airliner
The Swedish start-up has changed the architecture of its planned propulsion system
Engines
New Funding Allows Cranfield Team to Build Hydrogen Airliner Demonstrator
UK company aims to bring nine-passenger converted Islander aircraft to market in 2027
Regulations and Government
EBAA Backs Dassault Lawsuit against European Commission
Group says Taxonomy Act unfairly discourages financial support for business aviation
Aircraft
Deutsche Aircraft Delays Service Entry for D328eco Regional Airliner
Deliveries of the 40-seater are now expected to start at the end of 2027
Safety
EASA Updates Guidance on Navigation System Interference
A safety information bulletin has been revised since the November 2023 edition
Security
UK Bizav Group Rebuts Protests with Social Media Effort
New video series emphasizes sustainability initiatives and job creation
Fuel
Advanced Air Mobility Wrestles with Battery Complexity and Limitations
About:Energy uses simulation and data modeling to resolve uncertainties around batteries
Charter & Fractional
Japanese Train Operator Seeks to Integrate eVTOL Air Taxi Services
The Japanese manufacturer launched a partnership with Kyushu Railway Company
FBOs
Luxaviation Sees Progress in Decarbonizing Ground Support
The business aviation services group has published a new sustainability report
Aircraft
German Start-up ERC Unveils Emergency Medical eVTOL Aircraft
The Charlie aircraft will carry a pilot, doctor and passenger up to 190 kilometers
Airlines
American Firms Up Commitment for Hydrogen-powered CRJ700 Regional Jets
The U.S. carrier has agreed to buy 100 of ZeroAvia's hydrogen-electric engines
Rotorcraft
Columbia and Piasecki To Upgrade Model 107 Helicopters
The upgrades to the rotorcraft will be done in a former Sikorsky factory now run by Piasecki
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Eve Raises $94 Million in Fresh Funding for eVTOL Aircraft
In the same week, rival Archer raised $55 million from existing backer Stellantis
Airlines
China Southern Airlines Makes Plans To Operate eVTOL Aircraft
The carrier signed a cooperation agreement with Chinese eVTOL vehicle manufacturer EHang
Engines
Universal Hydrogen Runs Out of Cash and Closes Business
The failure of efforts to raise more funding was acknowledged in a June 30 statement
Aircraft
First eVTOL Air Services Do Not Mark the End of the AAM Race-to-Market
Independent experts say there are plenty more twists and turns to come
Aircraft
Finland Chooses Challenger, Sweden Orders 3rd GlobalEye
Canadian airframer Bombardier is winning more defense business with Nordic states
Engines
Helios Horizon Aims to Take Electric Aviation to the Stratosphere
Next test flights in converted Pipistrel Taurus light aircraft will target altitudes above 40,000 feet
Security
ICAO Issues Updated Global Aviation Security Plan
Implementation of security guidance will be audited by the UN agency
ATC
Flood Damage Disrupts Flights at Geneva Airport
Operations at the Swiss airport were limited to 70% on Wednesday afternoon
