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
CFM Boosts Leap Engine Support with Abu Dhabi Shop
The engine maker has fixes for Leap engine durability issues as Middle East fleet increases
Airlines
Boeing Sees Big Airline Fleet Growth From Middle East
The airframer says the region's bounceback from Covid is fueling demand
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
UAE Tech Start-up Eanan Unveils Cargo Drones
The company operates in the Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub at Dubai South.
Aircraft
Spanish Start-up Crisalion Introduces Integrity eVTOL Aircraft
The company has launched a new funding round to support development work
Engines
MTU Steps Up Work on Fuel Cells and Water-Enhanced Turbofan
Key objectives are to support new narrowbody airliners by the mid-2030s and larger aircraft by 2050
Security
Global Tensions Call For Strong Presence, Says U.S. Group
The U.S. Aerospace Industries Association expects about 180 U.S. companies to exhibit in Dubai
ATC
Vertiport Management System Will Support VTOL Aircraft
Anra Technologies has rolled out its web-based flight and ground infrastructure management software
Aircraft
Gulf States Grasp Advanced Air Mobility Opportunities
Archer Aviation and Lilium will both display eVTOL aircraft at the Dubai Airshow
FutureFlight
EHang Founder Refutes Negative Hindenburg Research Report about eVTOL Aircraft
A report from short-seller Hindenburg Research accuses EHang of misleading investors over its prospects for a commercial return on its just-certified EH216-S eVTOL aircraft.
Airports
Partners Plan Low-Cost Modular Vertiports For eVTOL Aircraft
Netherlands Airport Consultants and Urban-Air Port have launched an infrastructure collaboration
Aircraft
Lilium To Display Pioneer Edition eVTOL Aircraft in Dubai
Middle East private aviation customers will be able to see the four-passenger cabin interior at the Dubai Airshow
FutureFlight
Eve Appoints Suppliers for eVTOL Aircraft's Flight Deck, Actuators, and Thermal Management
With spending on research and development increasing, Eve is making commitments to key suppliers for its eVTOL vehicle.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Protest Damage and Illegal Charters Fuel Insurance Concerns
Business aviation professionals urged to consider indemnity liability insurance
FutureFlight
Study Proposes Airships for Decarbonized Air Services for Remote Scottish Communities
In a UK government-funded report, Hybrid Air Vehicles spells out how its Airlander 10 airship could boost passenger and freight services in a more sustainable way.
Aircraft
Indian Lessor Agrees to Buy Lyte's 40-Seat VTOL Aircraft
Vman Aviation Services' current portfolio includes helicopters, regional airliners and training aircraft
Safety
EBAA Summit in Cologne To Boost Data4Safety Initiative
European business aviation group will push for safety excellence at annual meeting
Security
Turkey Bans Business Aviation Flights En Route to Armenia
An overflight ban imposed on an Armenian airline has been retained for all private aircraft, according to the Ops Group
FutureFlight
Private Aviation Group Sino Jet Plans for eVTOL Air Services in China
The company wants to operate five-passenger electric vehicles alongside the fleet of business jets it manages for owners and offers for charter flights.
Charter & Fractional
Charter and Management Firm CapJet Rebrands as Fly Tru
Texas-based operator pledges high levels of transparency over costs, aircraft condition, and crew
Environment
4Air's PolicyWatch Service Tracks Environmental Legislation
New service helps companies avoid getting caught out by new requirements
FutureFlight
Indian Leasing Group Vman Plans To Buy Lyte's SkyBus VTOL Aircraft
The lessor wants to tap what it views as huge potential to launch new regional air routes in a country that boasts the world's largest population.
FutureFlight
Helijet to Add Beta's eVTOL Aircraft to Pacific Northwest Fleet
The single pilot aircraft will operate under IFR flight rules with a range of up to 250 nautical miles.
FutureFlight
FutureFlight Weekly News Roundup
FutureFlight.aero's Weekly Advanced Air Mobility News Roundup
Regulations and Government
EBAA Appoints Holger Krahmer as New Secretary General
The European business aviation group's new leader comes from the automotive industry
FutureFlight On The Radar
Study Projects Big Paybacks for Urban Air Mobility across Los Angeles Metropolis
The California State University at Long Beach investigated the social and economic impact of developing a 20-vertiport network for eVTOL aircraft.
FutureFlight
China's TCab Tech Completes Initial Flight Testing of E20 eVTOL Aircraft
Four months of testing were conducted with the first full-scale prototype at Dongyang Hengdian General Airport in Zhejiang Province.
FutureFlight
Lyte Aviation Starts Use Case Study for SkyBus Regional Air Services in Europe
The VTOL commuter aircraft developer wants to show how regions like Twente in the Netherlands could enjoy far better downtown access to major cities like Paris.
FutureFlight
Early Dufour Aero2 Hybrid-Electric VTOL Drone Customers Start Trial Operations
EASA's recent relaxation of its Specific Assurance and Integrity Level standards has cleared the way for early trial operations in Scandinavia and the U.S.
FutureFlight
C-600 Large UAV Completes Flight Test in Scotland's Sustainable Aviation Test Environment
ARC Aerosystems says its C-600 VTOL drone is the largest in Europe with a 26-foot wingspan and a payload of 220 pounds.
Environment
EBAA Rolls Out Environmental, Social Sustainability Plan
The European business aviation group started a pilot program with some of its member companies
