Charles Alcock
Managing Editor
Charles Alcock is a senior editor with AIN, 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 Manchester University in the northwest of England and earned an honors degree in Politics and Modern History. He speaks English and French, and some German.
Latest from Charles Alcock
FBOs
Megacorp Expands and Modernizes Isle of Man FBO
Hangar space will double at Ronaldsway Airport's Private Jet Center
Aircraft
EHang Earns Production Certificate for Autonomous eVTOL Aircraft
Approval was granted by the Civil Aviation Administration of China
Fuel
World Fuel Gets International Sustainability Approval
New certifications cover North America, Europe and Singapore
Aircraft
AutoFlight Delivers First Prosperity eVTOL and Certifies Freighter
China's air safety regulator issued a type certificate for the CarryAll aircraft on March 22
Rotorcraft
Three Killed in Swiss Helicopter Ski Tourism Accident
Seven rescue rotorcraft were sent to the scene of the accident on Petit Combin mountain
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Atlas and Gogo Team To Bring Galileo Broadband to Europe
Partners are working on EASA STCs for Citation and Phenom aircraft
Avionics
Lilium Fits Garmin Standby Instruments in eVTOL Aircraft Cockpit
Manufacturer aims to start flight testing full-scale prototype by the end of 2024
Regulations and Government
Web Manuals To Upgrade Document Searches with AI Functions
New AI search capability could be rolled out before the end of spring
Airports
Moonware Gets Funding for AI-based Ground Handling Software
Venture capital groups have provided $7 million in fresh capital
Training and Workforce
CAE Says Extended Reality Is Key to MRO Technician Training
Training group and Xennial have published a new white paper
Rotorcraft
Piasecki Steps Up Development of Hydrogen-powered PA-890 Helicopter
Legacy helicopter manufacturer aims to fly a prototype in 2028
Fuel
SAF Deliveries Set To Increase for UK Military Aircraft
UK Ministry of Defence orders a 40 percent blend of sustainable aviation fuel
Engines
Rolls-Royce Starts Testing 320-kilowatt Electric Motor
No reported buyers for the aircraft engine maker's for sale electrical division
Charter & Fractional
Latvia's Foreign Minister Resigns over Charter Flights
Prosecutors are investigating alleged misuse of government funds
Engines
Lange To Help Lyte with Hybrid-hydrogen Powertrain for VTOL Aircraft
Lyte Aviation also aims to recruit Cranfield University PhD students to support the program
Avionics
Honeywell Makes Offer for Autonomous Tech Group Civitanavi
Proposed deal is part of the U.S. aerospace group's plan for the advanced air mobility sector
Environment
Funding Confirmed for Cranfield Hydrogen Integration Incubator
Aerospace university will be a hub for developing hydrogen propulsion for aviation
Security
Inspector Criticizes UK Private Aviation Security Checks
Former independent oversight official fired after releasing security screening data
Aircraft
Electron Unveils All-electric Five-seat Utility Aircraft
The Dutch start-up aims to be ready to start deliveries in 2028
Aircraft
Nasdaq-listed XTI Advances Turbine-powered VTOL Aircraft
The company says hybrid-electric propulsion does not deliver sufficient payload and range
Regulations and Government
UK Government Issues Action Plan for eVTOL and UAS Operations
Strategy document published as the country awaits a general election this year
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Private Equity Group Buys UK Airframer Britten-Norman
New investment promised for the Islander family of utility aircraft
ATC
Honeywell Sees Consolidation and Longer Path to Market for eVTOL Makers
Technology group does not expect scaled air taxi service until at least 2028
Airports
Farnborough Airport Passengers Ride in Electric BMW Cars
The i7 is being jointly promoted under a brand partnership with the airport
Engines
FAA Consults on Special Conditions for Safran Electric Engine
The EngineUs family of electric motors has been selected for several new aircraft
Charter & Fractional
Digital Checkout Added to Charter Flight Quote Platform
Software integration expected to streamline flight quote and payment process
ATC
Estonia To Host Uncrewed Traffic Management Test Center
Uncrewed aircraft take center stage at Airspace World trade show
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Early eVTOL Aircraft Deliveries Boost EHang's Revenues
Chinese company prepares to certify the larger, longer-range VT30 eVTOL model
FBOs
Atlantic FBOs Prepare To Support Lilium eVTOL Flights
Infrastructure and support will be available at 30 or more U.S. locations
Aircraft
Vertical's Second VX4 eVTOL Aircraft Almost Assembled for Flight Testing
UK company wants to complete type certification in 2026.
