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
FutureFlight
Helipass Calls For Open Market Opportunity to Stimulate eVTOL Aircraft Growth
The flight booking platform is working to encourage helicopter charter operators to switch to new eVTOL aircraft, such as the four-passenger model being developed by Eve Urban Air Mobility Solutions.
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London Heathrow Airport Makes Plans For eVTOL Aircraft Operations
The UK airport has been working with eVTOL aircraft developer Vertical Aerospace to consider what preparations are needed to integrate the new electric vehicles with existing airline operations.
Charter & Fractional
Helipass Calls For Open Market To Stimulate eVTOL Growth
Flight-booking platform Helipass is positioning itself as a key enabler for commercial eVTOL operations.
FutureFlight
How CityAirbus NextGen Could Be Just the First Movement in an Advanced Air Mobility Symphony
The European aerospace group says its approach to the advanced air mobility sector will resemble its path to a strong presence in the mainstream air transport market, which is characterized by product families and global customer support.
FutureFlight
5G Connectivity Advances Set To Expand the Horizons for Autonomous Flight
While enhancing its software platform to support drone operations using low-altitude authorization and notification capability, Skyward is also looking to deliver enhanced autonomous flight capability by tapping 5G cellular networks.
FutureFlight
Japan Airlines Could Take Up to 100 eVTOL Aircraft as Air Taxi Plans for 2025 Osaka Kansai Expo Advance
The Japanese carrier is taking a leading role in plans to launch urban air mobility services, with agreements and partnerships in place with Vertical Aerospace and Volocopter.
Aircraft
Leasing Groups Tap Airline Interest in Electric Aircraft
Japan Airlines could take up to 100 of Vertical Aerospace's eVTOL aircraft, and Amedeo has committed to Aura Aero's 19-seat hybrid-electric commuter.
FutureFlight
Amedeo Commits to Adding 200 Electric Regional Aircraft to Its Lease Portfolio
French start-up Aura Aero is working to bring its 19-seat hybrid-electric aircraft into commercial service by 2026 and is also developing an all-electric training aircraft called the Integral E.
FutureFlight On The Radar
Vertical Aerospace and Partners Demand Strong UK Government Action To Support Electric Aviation
A new white paper published by the eVTOL aircraft developer and multiple partners says the UK government needs to do more to stimulate the launch of electric flights between British cities by 2025.
Aircraft
GKN's Global Technology Center Aims for Net Zero Carbon Goal
GKN's new UK global technology center is a hub collaboration with partners on new aerospace technologies, including new manufacturing techniques.
FutureFlight
Avantto Says Its Operational Experience Makes Embraer's eVTOL Plans More Credible
The Brazilian business jet and helicopter operator expects to introduce 100 of Eve's all-electric eVTOL aircraft to its fleet, starting in 2026.
FutureFlight
Air One eVTOL Lures Owner-Flown Customers with 'Fly by Intent" Simplicity
The Air One's developer is channeling cost- and weight-saving techniques from the automotive world in a bid to transform the economics of private aviation and expand the market for eVTOL personal transportation.
FutureFlight
VoloDrone Will Operate Remotely and Flexibly Using Purpose-built Trailer
The Mobile Vertipad is like a standard transport trailer that can quickly convert into a mobile takeoff and landing base for Volocopter's cargo-carrying, autonomous eVTOL.
FutureFlight
Plug Power Invests in a Hydrogen-Powered Version of Airflow's eSTOL Aircraft
The hydrogen propulsion and fuel specialist will support Airflow in the development of an alternative to the hybrid-electric powertrain already in development for its eSTOL models.
FutureFlight
Universal Hydrogen Raises a Further $62 Million To Support Airliner Conversion Plan
The company aims to make a first flight with a hydrogen-powered 40-seat regional airliner in 2022, as part of its effort to certify its propulsion system for commercial use by 2025.
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Reliable Robotics Gets $100 Million Funding Boost for Remotely Piloted Technology
The autonomous flight technology pioneer is working to certify aircraft to be remotely piloted in commercial cargo operations, which it says could be more cost-effectively expanded to relatively remote communities.
Aircraft
Gulfstream Offers G280 Cabin and Flight Deck Upgrades
Improved cabin air and technology to reduce pilot workload and enhance safety are among new features now available for the super-midsize G280.
Airports
London Biggin Hill Airport Seeks Young Talent in Futures Week
The UK business aviation airport will give 15 young people the chance to try a career in the industry during the February 2022 event.
FutureFlight
Diamond Unveils Plans for All-Electric eDA40 Training Aircraft
The four-seater model will feature the EPiC Ecosystem battery and motor technology developed by Electric Power Systems, which is already a supplier to NASA, Bell, and Embraer.
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Brisbane Set To Open Australia's First eVTOL Air Taxi Base in 2023
Initially, the operations hub will be built under existing rules governing helipads for rotorcraft as Skyportz and others work with Australian authorities to develop more specific requirements for eVTOL aircraft.
FutureFlight
ABB To Develop MegaWatt Charging Points for Lilium Jets
The planned charging points will built to common standards so that other electric vehicles, including other eVTOL models, can use the same infrastructure at vertiports.
Avionics
Textron Seeks Autonomous Capability for its Aircraft
The manufacturer is partnering with autonomous flight pioneer Xwing to allow its current and future aircraft to be remotely piloted.
Engines
Western Aircraft Joins Rolls-Royce's Engines Service Network
Rolls-Royce is expanding its chain of authorized service as it prepares the new Pearl 700 turbofan to enter service on Gulfstream's G700 aircraft in 2022.
FutureFlight
Textron Teams with Xwing To Bring Autonomous Flight Capability to Its Aircraft
The general aviation manufacturer is looking to Xwing to support plans for both existing and new aircraft to be equipped for remotely piloted operations, starting with its Cessna Grand Caravan.
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Jaunt To Merge with Airo and Go Public with Wall Street Listing
The eVTOL aircraft developer is to join the Airo Group's growing portfolio of advanced air mobility companies, leading to an initial public offering in 2022.
FutureFlight
UK Regulator Forms eVTOL Aircraft Safety Group With Industry Representatives
Manufacturers of eVTOL aircraft are joining forces with safety experts from groups such as the Air Accident Investigation Branch and air traffic management service provider NATS.
Aircraft
Jaunt Boosts eVTOL Plans by Merging with Airo Group
The eVTOL aircraft developer will merge with advanced air mobility group Airo and raise capital through an initial public offering in 2022.
Engines
Rolls-Royce Taps New Technology To Support High Engine Utilization
The latest Pearl turbofans are increasing Rolls-Royce's installed base as it introduces new monitoring systems and virtual reality training for mechanics.
FutureFlight
BASF's Membranes Set to Boost Performance of HyPoint's Hydrogen Fuel Cells
HyPoint claims the use of new membrane-electrode assemblies will deliver more power at reduced weights, making its propulsion systems viable for passenger airliners.
Aircraft
How the Advanced Air Mobility Revolution is Gaining Momentum
New eVTOL aircraft could enter commercial service in less than three years, offering new opportunities for business aviation service providers.
