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
FutureFlight
Japan Airlines Explores Green Propulsion Options with H2Fly and Universal Hydrogen
Germany's H2Fly and California-based Universal Hydrogen are among the pioneers developing hydrogen propulsion systems for commercial aircraft.
FutureFlight
U.S. EXIM Bank Approves $169 Million Loan for eVTOL Developer Beta
Beta Technologies has current and prospective customers for its electric aircraft in India, Japan, New Zealand and Canada.
Engines
Spanish Airline Commits To Operating Electric Aircraft
The regional airline will buy 10 electric propulsion conversion kits
FutureFlight
Overair Backs Efforts To Launch eVTOL Air Services in Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
The City of Arlington wants vertiports to be operational in time for it to host the soccer World Cup tournament in 2026.
Airlines
Airbus Lands More Orders For A350 Airliners
Emirates Airlines will add 15 more of the long-haul widebody jets to its fleet
FutureFlight
FutureFlight Weekly News Roundup
FutureFlight.aero's Weekly Advanced Air Mobility News Roundup
Training and Workforce
Flydubai and CAE To Establish Flight Training Center
The new facility expected to open in January 2025
FutureFlight
Eve Launches Urban Air Mobility Partnerships in Dubai and India
During this week's Dubai Airshow, the eVTOL aircraft developer announced new alliances with operator Hunch Mobility and vertiport developer Kookiejar.
Airports
Farnborough Airport Seeks Approval for Traffic Growth
The business aviation airport wants to increase its annual flight limit from 50,000 to 70,000
FutureFlight
Middle East Aircraft Dealer Orders 10 Lilium Jets At Dubai Airshow
The Dubai-based aircraft broker currently markets business jets and will target private buyers for the eVTOL aircraft.
Aircraft
Archer Stakes Claim to eVTOL Markets in UAE and India
The four-passenger Midnight aircraft is on display at the Dubai Airshow
Environment
KPMG Report: Aviation Struggling To Decarbonize
Governments need to give stronger incentives to increase sustainable aviation fuel production
Aircraft
Middle East Dealer Orders 10 Lilium Jet eVTOLs
ArcosJet will market the four-passenger Pioneer Edition to private buyers
Aircraft
New Dubai Office Backs Embraer's Defense Ambitions In Middle East
The Brazilian manufacturer is exhibiting its C-390 multi-role tactical transport and the Super Tucano at the Dubai Airshow
Engines
CFM Boosts Leap Engine Support with Abu Dhabi Shop
The engine maker has fixes for Leap engine durability issues as Middle East fleet increases
Aircraft
Spanish Start-up Crisalion Introduces Integrity eVTOL Aircraft
The company has launched a new funding round to support development work
Airlines
Boeing Sees Big Airline Fleet Growth From Middle East
The airframer says the region's bounceback from Covid is fueling demand
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
UAE Tech Start-up Eanan Unveils Cargo Drones
The company operates in the Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub at Dubai South.
Engines
MTU Steps Up Work on Fuel Cells and Water-Enhanced Turbofan
Key objectives are to support new narrowbody airliners by the mid-2030s and larger aircraft by 2050
Security
Global Tensions Call For Strong Presence, Says U.S. Group
The U.S. Aerospace Industries Association expects about 180 U.S. companies to exhibit in Dubai
ATC
Vertiport Management System Will Support VTOL Aircraft
Anra Technologies has rolled out its web-based flight and ground infrastructure management software
FutureFlight
EHang Founder Refutes Negative Hindenburg Research Report about eVTOL Aircraft
A report from short-seller Hindenburg Research accuses EHang of misleading investors over its prospects for a commercial return on its just-certified EH216-S eVTOL aircraft.
Aircraft
Gulf States Grasp Advanced Air Mobility Opportunities
Archer Aviation and Lilium will both display eVTOL aircraft at the Dubai Airshow
FutureFlight
Eve Appoints Suppliers for eVTOL Aircraft's Flight Deck, Actuators, and Thermal Management
With spending on research and development increasing, Eve is making commitments to key suppliers for its eVTOL vehicle.
Airports
Partners Plan Low-Cost Modular Vertiports For eVTOL Aircraft
Netherlands Airport Consultants and Urban-Air Port have launched an infrastructure collaboration
Aircraft
Lilium To Display Pioneer Edition eVTOL Aircraft in Dubai
Middle East private aviation customers will be able to see the four-passenger cabin interior at the Dubai Airshow
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Protest Damage and Illegal Charters Fuel Insurance Concerns
Business aviation professionals urged to consider indemnity liability insurance
FutureFlight
Study Proposes Airships for Decarbonized Air Services for Remote Scottish Communities
In a UK government-funded report, Hybrid Air Vehicles spells out how its Airlander 10 airship could boost passenger and freight services in a more sustainable way.
Aircraft
Indian Lessor Agrees to Buy Lyte's 40-Seat VTOL Aircraft
Vman Aviation Services' current portfolio includes helicopters, regional airliners and training aircraft
Safety
EBAA Summit in Cologne To Boost Data4Safety Initiative
European business aviation group will push for safety excellence at annual meeting
