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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Leonardo and Bombardier Defense are launching a collaboration to explore opportunities for maritime multi-mission aircraft, the companies said on Tuesday at the Paris Air Show.
Under the non-exclusive memorandum of understanding, they will evaluate the possibility of integrating Leonardo systems into the Bombardier Global 6500 business jet.
The platform would combine Leonardo’s Airborne Tactical Observation and Surveillance (ATOS) system with its customizable mission sensors. According to the companies, the joint work might lead to other versions of the aircraft that could include acoustic mission systems and sensors.
Bombardier Defense has delivered more than 500 special-mission aircraft for a variety of military, security, and humanitarian operations.

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