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.

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Charles Alcock

German aerospace research center DLR has launched a partnership with Diehl Aviation to jointly work on civil aircraft systems, cabin technologies, and supply systems technologies.
Planned research and development projects are expected to include advances in avionics, cabin equipment, and onboard supplies. DLR and Germany-based Diehl Aviation said they will also focus on developing new methods for design and verification tasks, including virtual aircraft approval systems.
Through the Diehl Aerospace joint venture with French group Thales, Diehl is developing generic computer modules that combine multiple aircraft functions into a single unit. These can be integrated with various system architectures, including integrated modular avionics, and can be scaled for aircraft as varied as eVTOL vehicles and widebody airliners.
At the 2025 Paris Air Show, Diehl will unveil a flight control demonstrator with a fully electric fly-by-wire control loop. The unit incorporates actuator technology and a Wittenstein motion control system.
As part of efforts to decarbonize aviation, Diehl is introducing new manufacturing materials, such as recyclable thermoplastics and lightweight composite structures. It has also developed advanced cabin lighting systems with lower energy requirements.

News and developments about everything that goes into the cabin of an aircraft, from floor coverings to headliners, with a special emphasis on in-flight entertainment, communications and other electronics for passengers. If it is in the cabin of an aircraft, it’s covered here.

Diehl Teams with German Aerospace Research and Development Agency DLR 

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