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
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
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
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.
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
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.
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.
Environment
EBAA Rolls Out Environmental, Social Sustainability Plan
The European business aviation group started a pilot program with some of its member companies
Fuel
Farnborough Airport Sells Millionth Liter of SAF
Boosting sustainable aviation fuel availability is a key part of the airport's net zero carbon commitment
FutureFlight
FutureFlight Weekly News Roundup
FutureFlight.aero's Weekly Advanced Air Mobility News Roundup
FutureFlight On The Radar
UK Regulator Calls for More Work on eVTOL Aircraft Downwash Operational Safety
The Civil Aviation Authority this month published initial findings from a study about the effects on eVTOL aircraft operations of downwash, which is the column of downward-accelerated air generated by rotors or other propulsors.
FutureFlight
Archer's Midnight eVTOL Prototype Aircraft Makes First Flight
The company started flying the smaller Maker technology demonstrator two years ago and is now testing the four-passenger model.
Charter & Fractional
Hahn Air Is European Launch Customer for CJ3 Gen2 Jet
The German operator has operated Textron's Citation business aircraft for almost two decades
FutureFlight
Logistics Group N2 Signs Sales Agreement for Moya's Autonomous Utility eVTOL Aircraft
The Brazilian start-up expects its high-capacity drone to be used for applications including cargo deliveries and crop spraying from 2026.
FutureFlight
Supernal Teams with Mecaer and Hyundai To Develop eVTOL Aircraft Landing Gear
The partners signed a collaboration agreement during the Seoul ADEX air show in South Korea.
Charter & Fractional
Charter Brokers and Operators Address Sustainability
The Air Charter Association's Broker-Operator Forum met at FlyingGroup's headquarters in Belgium
FutureFlight
Bombardier's EcoJet Probes the Fuel-saving Potential For a Blended-Wing-Body Business Jet
Some technologies from the green aviation project could be incorporated into existing Challenger and Global aircraft.
Charter & Fractional
Go Rentals Teams with International Yacht Company
Customers will be able to collect high-end cars at marinas where they disembark from yachts
Fuel
Aviation Groups Urge Orderly Removal of Lead from Avgas
EPA guidance confirms danger to public health from leaded aviation fuel
Aircraft
EMC Jet Becomes First U.S. Dealer For Lilium eVTOL Aircraft
The Texas-based private aviation group has committed to buying five Lilium Jets
FutureFlight
Korean Partnerships with eVTOL Aircraft Developers Boost Country's Plans for Advanced Air Mobility
Korean Air has signaled an intent to be directly involved in eVTOL air services with the resort island of Jeju, which is eager to use the new aircraft to help achieve its zero-carbon objectives.
FutureFlight
Business Aviation Group EMC Jet to Market Lilium's Pioneer Edition eVTOL Aircraft to U.S. Private Owners
The Houston-based aircraft management, charter and brokerage provider has agreed to buy five of the four-seat Pioneer Edition Lilium Jet on undisclosed terms.
FutureFlight
FutureFlight Weekly News Roundup
FutureFlight.aero's Weekly Advanced Air Mobility News Roundup
Charter & Fractional
Magellan Launches New Jet Card for Corporate Clients
Companies can lock into rates and terms for a 36-month period with the new Magellan Business card
FutureFlight
Abu Dhabi Launches eVTOL Air Taxi Plan Through Alliance with Archer Aviation
The U.S. eVTOL aircraft developer says it may manufacture some of its Midnight aircraft in Abu Dhabi, where it will establish its regional headquarters.
FutureFlight
Hydrogen Fuel Supply Plans Expand on Both Sides of the Atlantic
Companies are determining where and how they can most effectively support aviation's transition to hydrogen fuels.
Safety
Aircraft Operators Face Multiple Risks Around Israel's Airspace
Missiles pose a threat to aircraft at all altitudes, warn security analysts
