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.

Managing Editor

Charles Alcock

Part 4 of Leeham News &amp; Analysis's five-part series examining the potential next generation of airliners planned for the coming decades is now online. This week, the report takes a closer look at aircraft projects 5 to 8 in shown in the diagram.
These include the the (5)&nbsp;GE, NASA, and Boeing hybrid airliner, (6)&nbsp;Airbus ZEROe hydrogen airliner, (7)&nbsp;Boeing’s NMA,&nbsp;and (8) the&nbsp;Boeing New Light Twin.
Scott Hamilton and Bjorn Fehrm look into these aircraft in more detail as well as considering&nbsp;their technological challenges, and their potential future. To read these in full, subscribe to&nbsp;<a href="https://leehamnews.com/2025/07/21/whats-the-next-new-aircraft-part-2/#more-47306">Leeham News &amp; Analysis</a>, which is now part of AIN Media Group.&nbsp;

News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

What Shape Will the Next Generation of Airliners Take?

Part 4 of a series from new AIN Media Group title Leeham News and Analysis

Part 4 of Leeham News & Analysis's five-part series examining the potential next generation of airliners planned for the coming decades is now online. This week, the report takes a closer look at aircraft projects 1 to 4 in shown in the diagram.

These include the (1) A220-500, (2) Boeing’s Transonic Truss Brace Wing (TTBW), (3) Boom’s Overture Super Sonic Transport (SST), and (4) the Blended Wing Body (BWB) aircraft suggested by leading proponent Jet Zero.

Scott Hamilton and Bjorn Fehrm look into these aircraft in more detail and write about how challenging it will be to develop and mature the needed technologies. To read these in full, subscribe to Leeham News & Analysis, which is now part of AIN Media Group. 

2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

Kerry Lynch

News and issues relating to business, corporate and private aviation, primarily regarding turbine-engine-powered airplanes and helicopters. Subjects include aircraft, engines, maintenance, operations, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security, and training.

Business aircraft flights were up 3.7% YOY in July

Argus: Global Bizav Operations See July Momentum

Matt Thurber

FAA type inspection authorization flights are expected to begin in early 2026

Joby Begins Assembly of Conforming Electric Aircraft For TIA Tests

Plans call for multi-phase, multi-project growth in U.S.

Bombardier Sets Sights on U.S. Expansion

Richard Pedicini

News and issues about aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), covering all segments of the aviation industry; and modifications for aircraft and engines. Subjects include product support of aircraft, engines and avionics, MRO company mergers, acquisitions, announcements and personnel, Airworthiness Directives, Supplemental Type Certificate approvals and other topics.

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Daher Aircraft To Establish Office in Brazil

The 20th edition of LABACE is the first outside its long-time Congonhas Airport venue

LABACE Takes Flight at New Campo de Marte Airport Home

News and developments about aircraft engines, including turbofan, turboprop, turboshaft and piston.

Issues regarding financing of aircraft; aviation insurance; tax issues for aircraft operators; new companies and people in the aviation financing and insurance industries.

Beta Technologies’ propulsion system could replace motors developed by Nidec

Eve Evaluates Alternative Beta Motors for eVTOL Aircraft 

Delivery of the super-midsize jet is planned in 2026

Textron Aviation Captures First Brazil Longitude Order

Sarah Rose

News and issues concerning general aviation, specifically airplanes and helicopters powered by piston and alternative engines (i.e., non-turbine powered aircraft). Subjects include aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

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