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

The Air Charter Association (ACA) has reported an uptick in numbers of young people seeking to pursue careers in business aviation. According to the group, its 2025 internship program received a 250% increase in applications for the 15 available slots.
Held at London Biggin Hill Airport during August,&nbsp;the internship training week is for people aged between 18 and 25. The training covers several aspects of the air charter industry and will be led by ACA chief executive Glenn Hogben and training manager Julie Ellis.
After completing the course, interns will have the opportunity to do some practical work experience with one of the association’s 440 member companies. Its members are now located in 60 countries.
“The Air Charter Association is in an excellent phase of growth at this moment in time, projecting to reach 500 member companies by the end of 2025, expanding the executive team, strengthening its core initiatives, and driving ever greater value for members,” said ACA chairman Kevin Ducksbury. ACA recently appointed Malin Junkers as its events and training executive.
Since the industry group launched the Air Charter Broker Qualification program in 2021, it has provided training for more than 250 professionals from 30 countries. Its most recent Level 3 training event resulted in the certification of 31 fully qualified air charter brokers.
“Having recently completed the ACA’s Broker Qualification, it was fantastic learning from the senior team’s deep experience as well as seeing how things operate slightly differently in Europe,” said Tommy Nelson, CEO of Texas-based Trilogy Aviation Group. “It gave me a fresh perspective that I’m really excited to bring back to Trilogy. The time and effort put into the training made a real impact, and I’m eager to start integrating what I learned into Trilogy’s growth. I’m ready to enroll my employees for the online ACA course to get them set up for success right away.”

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