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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Young professionals working in the air charter industry say that sustainability is the most important issue facing the sector, according to the findings of a survey conducted by The Air Charter Association (ACA). The survey was conducted during the annual Young Professionals’ Networking Event held recently at the Royal Aeronautical Society in London.
A group of around 75 attendees, all aged 35 or under, were asked to rate issues impacting the industry. Lack of public awareness about air charter was another issue raised by the young professionals in their responses. The group advised that the ACA’s internship program should specifically focus on conveying a better understanding of the industry to a wider external audience.
“Sustainability was highlighted as the most important factor affecting the industry in 2025, indicating that there is now a broad consensus, particularly among the younger generation, of the need to continue progressing efforts to decarbonize the industry,” said ACA chairman Kevin Ducksbury. “Also key themes highlighted were, not surprisingly in this current climate, politics, followed by specific issues such as French tax, labor, and emissions.”
In addition to its networking events for young people, the ACA has already scheduled five in-person training events so far this year as part of the association’s Air Charter Broker Qualification. It also offers Level 1 online training opportunities.

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