Charles Alcock
Managing Editor
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.
Latest from Charles Alcock
Aircraft
Eve and Joby Sign eVTOL Aircraft Agreements in Saudi Arabia
Mukamalah Aviation plans to add Joby's eVTOL aircraft to its fleet
Maintenance and Modifications
Completions and Refurb Specialists Maximize Aircraft Values
Companies meet customer needs despite rising costs and supply chain challenges
Accidents
Iran Confirms Helicopter Crash Killed Its President
The Bell 212 was part of a convoy of three
Fuel
GOLIAT Project Will Prepare for Liquid Hydrogen Operations at Airports
Airbus is leading the EU-funded project with nine other partners
Airports
London Slot Restrictions Limit Bizav Night Flights
The removal of ad hoc slots starts on the day the UK capital hosts the Champions League soccer final
Aircraft
Heart Sets Up U.S. R&D Hub for ES-30 Hybrid-electric Regional Airliner
The Swedish company recruited a chief technology officer to run its Los Angeles operation
Aircraft
Lilium Builds Certification Test Facility for eVTOL Aircraft
The facility has been jointly developed by the German company with Segula Technologies
Engines
Airbus Prepares To Start Testing Hydrogen APU on A330 Airliner
Auxiliary power units support non-propulsive electrical power needs of aircraft
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
German Officials Start Due Diligence For Lilium's Loan Guarantees
New funding of at least €100 million may soon be released for the eVTOL aircraft manufacturer
Engines
U.S. Government Backs Piasecki's Hydrogen VTOL Aircraft Study
The Department of Energy is funding further research for urban air taxi missions
Regulations and Government
EASA To Hold Business Aviation Workshop in January
The two-day event will be at the European air safety agency's headquarters in Cologne, Germany
Fuel
Oxford Airport Begins Selling SAF, To Open Synthetic Fuel Plant
London-area airport is stepping up efforts to decarbonize business aviation
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
France May Provide Funds for Lilium eVTOL Aircraft Production Line
The German company is in negotiations with French officials over subsidies and loan guarantees
Aircraft
Eve Reports Progress in Building Full-scale eVTOL Prototype
The company released images of a fuselage being assembled
Aircraft
Archer Expects To Cut eVTOL Aircraft Development Costs in Q2
Q1 expenses were bloated by non-recurring payments to suppliers and lawsuit charges
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Cabin Designs Show Glimpse of Flights in Electric Seaplane
The unpressurized PHA-ZE 100 aircraft will operate from either water or land
Charter & Fractional
SkyShare Lowers Frax Down Payments and Monthly Fees
Fleet now includes aircraft ranging in size from the Pilatus PC-12 to Gulfstream's G450
Airports
London Biggin Hill Airport Sees More Potential for Economic Impact
A new economic study shows increased added value and jobs
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Monte Will Add Regent's Sea Gliders to Lease Portfolio
An agreement signed at CoMotion Miami has a reported value of $300 million
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Business Jets Drive Strong Q1 Revenues at Embraer
The cost of production rate increases dragged on earnings for the Brazilian group
Engines
Germany Backs Plans for Hydrogen-powered Regional Airliners
Balis 2.0 project focuses on fuel cell integration
Aircraft
EHang Makes First eVTOL Aircraft Passenger Flight in the UAE
Abu Dhabi's Wings Logistics Hub plans to buy 100 of the EH216 model
Aircraft
Airbus Research Highlights Factors Driving New Bizjet Buys
Buyers want lower operating costs, greater fuel efficiency, and new technology
Airlines
UrbanLink Plans South Florida eVTOL Network with Lilium Order
The start-up has been launched by former UrbanX chairman Ed Wegel
Environment
EBACE Show Organizers Announce Trio of Keynote Speakers
An aviation pioneer, air traffic management leader, and local politician will address EBACE 2024
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
MightyFly Flies Autonomous Freighter in FAA-approved Corridor
The 100-pound-payload Cento is expected to have a range of up to around 522 nm
Aircraft
Manta Taps Altair's Computational Intelligence for Ann Aircraft
The European start-up is developing three new VTOL and STOL designs
Avionics
Leasing Group Orders Reliable Robotics Flight Automation System
The customer wants to convert 30 Cessna Caravans for cargo flights
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Mayman Unveils Razor Air Utility Vehicles for Military Roles
The new family builds on the company's earlier Speeder design
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Vertical Appoints New CEO To Bring eVTOL Aircraft to Market
Stuart Simpson is currently the UK start-up's CFO
