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
Charter & Fractional
Amber Raises Funds for Asian Fractional Ownership Program
NetJets is among the Chinese company's investors
FutureFlight
Merlin Gets Approval To Start Freight Operations in New Zealand
The autonomous flight technology group has established a base at Kerikeri near the top of New Zealand’s North Island.
FutureFlight
Ampaire Runs Hybrid-Electric Propulsion System on 100 Percent Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Dimensional Energy produces its ASTM D7566 fuel using electricity and carbon.
FutureFlight
Houston Suburb Sugar Land Prepares for Autonomous eVTOL Air Taxi Services
Texas lawmakers recently passed legislation to encourage public-private partnerships to further technology transportation initiatives.
FutureFlight
Joby Completes Third of Five Stages for FAA Type Certification of Its eVTOL Aircraft
The manufacturer expects to finish the process this year and be ready to launch commercial operations with the four-passenger vehicle in 2025.
Regulations and Government
Singapore and Supernal Develop Advanced Air Mobility
Hyundai subsidiary Supernal is developing a four-passenger eVTOL aircraft
Airports
Clark Airport Offers Space and Skills to Aviation Tenants
Real estate group Berthaphil is seeking to draw new companies to Clark Freeport
FutureFlight On The Radar
EASA Proposes Means of Compliance and Guidance For VTOL-Capable Aircraft
The air safety agency is seeking to establish acceptable means of compliance requirements to support new eVTOL aircraft and drones using European public airspace.
Maintenance and Modifications
Safran Electrical to Open New Singapore Support Facility
The French aerospace group signed an agreement with Singapore Economic Development Board
Engines
Chinese Leasing Group Orders More CFM Leap Engines
Singapore Airshow order relates to an earlier deal for Airbus A320neo airliners
FutureFlight
UK Government Grants Vertical $10 Million Funding for eVTOL Propeller Development
Work will be conducted by a consortium that includes the University of Glasgow, the University of Bristol, Cranfield University, and Helitune.
FutureFlight
Lilium Launches eVTOL Aircraft Customer Support Organization
The company says it is the first eVTOL manufacturer to establish a business unit to support eVTOL operations.
Maintenance and Modifications
ExecuJet Opens Embraer Bizjet Service Center in Perth
The facility supplements the maintenance provider's facilities in Sydney and Melbourne
Maintenance and Modifications
SIA Engineering Seeks Support Partnership With Thales
The Singapore Airlines subsidiary signed an agreement with the European aerospace group
Aircraft
Strong Deliveries Boost Pilatus' Financial Results
The Swiss manufacturer delivered growing numbers of PC-12s and PC-24s in 2023
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Comlux Delivers Second Completed ACJ TwoTwenty Bizjet
The second ACj is part of an order for 15 that will be completed at Comlux
Charter & Fractional
PhilJets To Operate 10 of Lilium's eVTOL Aircraft
Philjets could operate the Lilium Jet in the Philippines and Cambodia
Airlines
Maldivian Orders Two More ATR 42-600 Turboprops
The companies inked the agreement on the first day of the Singapore Airshow
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Air India Opts for Thales Avant Up Inflight Entertainment
Thales will install the equipment on 51 Boeing and Airbus airliners
Rotorcraft
Bell Reveals Designer Cabin to Asia's Helicopter Market
Bell's 429 Designer Series makes its Singapore Airshow debut
FutureFlight
Philippines Charter Flight Group Commits To Operating Lilium's eVTOL Aircraft
PhilJets will add to its fleet of 15 private jets and helicopters as it partners with Lilium to establish a business model for on-demand air taxi service.
FutureFlight
Singapore Private Aviation Group Yugo Teams With Eve Air Mobility
The partners are focusing their efforts on possible urban air mobility business models in the Philippines and Cambodia.
Charter & Fractional
FAI's Dubai Operation Wins Medical Escort Approval
Germany-based FAI Rent-a-jet operates 10 aircraft
Airlines
Silk Avia Receives First ATR 72-600 Regional Airliner
The delivery last week is the first of five twin turboprops
Training and Workforce
Royal Aeronautical Society Appoints New Head of Singapore Branch
Paul Ashcroft is senior v-p of Asia-Pacific for aviation asset group AerFin
Rotorcraft
Airbus Displays Innovation in Twin and Single Helicopters
A corporate version of the H130 and a mockup of the H145 are on show in Singapore
Aircraft
Asian Buyers Gain Access to Certified Pre-owned HondaJets
The light jets undergo rigorous maintenance and inspection to give customers peace of mind
Engines
Engine Makers Explore Several Paths to Decarbonization
R&D work chases short-term improvement and a quantum leap for the 2030s
Aircraft
Embraer Views Asia Pacific As Key Growth Driver
The Brazilian group has won new business in the region for its commercial, executive, and military aircraft
Airports
New Pavilion Aims to Raise Philippines' Aviation Profile
Clark International Airport offers plenty of space for aviation companies to grow
