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
Environment
Prepping for Business Aviation's New Normal: Protests
An EBACE panel discussion partly focused on the fall-out from Tuesday's protests against business aviation and France's new ban on domestic flights.
Aircraft
Lilium Jet Cabin Mockup Shows the Future of eVTOL Flight
EBACE visitors can try the four-seat eVTOL cabin to see the comfort and design features for the electric aircraft that will have a range of 155 miles.
FutureFlight
Lilium Displays Mock-up of Pioneer Edition eVTOL Aircraft and Books Eleven More Orders
Swiss-based private aviation group Air-Dynamic has agreed to add five of the all-electric aircraft to its fleet.
FutureFlight
FutureFlight Weekly News Roundup
FutureFlight.aero's Weekly Advanced Air Mobility News Roundup
Aircraft
Air-Dynamic Orders Lilium Jet eVTOLs for Charter Fleet
The Swiss-based private jet and helicopter operator has paid pre-delivery deposits to secure five of the four-passenger Pioneer Edition eVTOL aircraft.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Inmarsat Boosts Jet ConneX Speeds and Service Plans
The inflight connectivity provider is adding more satellites to support the availability of faster guaranteed bandwidth in business aircraft cabins.
Safety
Europeans Get Access to MedAire's Digital Assessment Kit
Along with increased access to its Digital Assessment Kit, MedAire has expanded its London assistance center and added features to the MedAire360 safety.
FBOs
Energy Suppliers Say They're Serious about Boosting SAF Use
Shell Aviation and Air BP say there are ways to break through the barriers to increased use of sustainable aviation fuels in business aircraft.
Aircraft
Mobility Innovators Chase Business Aviation Connections
The advanced air mobility sector is being energized by multiple start-ups, but also by long-term commitments from big-name aerospace industry players.
FutureFlight
Review of Certification Process and Key Supplier Contributions Prompted Vertical's eVTOL Aircraft Program Delay
The UK company now expects its four-passenger vehicle to complete concurrent UK and EASA type certification in late 2026.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Capital Costs and Skills Shortage Challenge UK Aerospace
The country's ADS trade association says members are struggling to invest due to high interest rates and inflation, as Brexit headaches continue.
Safety
MedAire Boosts London Medical and Safety Support Team
Risk management group MedAire has trained its UK team to mirror the level of support available to operators from its Global Response Center in Phoenix.
ATC
NASA Uses PC-12 for Advanced Air Mobility Flight Trials
NASA is utilizing a PC-12 to test cell tower signal strength in the greater Cleveland area to assess communications infrastructure for eVTOL aircraft.
FutureFlight On The Radar
Aviation's Unprecedented Demand For Electricity Tests Power System Experts
TE Connectivity is supporting developers of new electric aircraft to ensure they can safely and efficiently deploy the power they need as voltage rates reach new highs for the aviation sector.
FutureFlight
FutureFlight Weekly News Roundup
FutureFlight.aero's Weekly Advanced Air Mobility News Roundup
Airports
Sirio Opens Maintenance Hangar at Milan Linate Airport
The facility developed with SEA Prime will support the MRO group's sister company Flexjet and is the 11th business aviation hangar at the Italian airport.
Aircraft
Private Wings Signs as Launch Customer for D328eco
Private Wings was attracted to the D328eco turboprop by Deutsche Aircraft's goal of a 95 percent cut in CO2 emissions by using power-to-liquid fuel.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Collins Distributes Inmarsat's SwiftJet Connectivity
Inmarsat says the new L-band-based SwiftJet service will provide inflight connectivity with maximum connection speeds of 2.6 Mbps.
FutureFlight
Alton's Experts Say Advanced Air Mobility Pioneers Face Obstacles to Delivering on Bold Promises
The consultancy is supporting manufacturers, operators, airports, and other stakeholders in completing key tasks leading to the launch of new air services.
Aircraft
Aura Aero Wants to Electrify Flight Training and Regional Airlines
The French start-up is developing an all-electric training aircraft called the Integral E as well as a 19-seat hybrid-electric regional airliner.
Engines
EASA Seeks To Make ETOPS Rules Clearer, More Consistent
The European air safety agency is proposing to incorporate most aspects of ICAO requirements for extended diversion time operations into its regulations.
FutureFlight
Aura Aero Unveils Redesigned Hybrid-Electric Regional Airliner Building on Progress With Electric Trainer
The French start-up is developing an all-electric Integral E flight training aircraft and a 19-seater commuter that it says will halve current operating costs.
FutureFlight
Monte Plans to Add Eviation's All-electric Alice Aircraft to Its Leasing Portfolio
The UK company will offer regional airline operators finance or lease terms for the nine-passenger aircraft expected to gain type certification in 2027.
Charter & Fractional
Air Charter Assoc Expands Broker Qualification Training
The industry group held its first training session outside the UK, staging an event for 28 industry professionals from 10 different countries.
Charter & Fractional
Charter Booking Platform Gemini Wings Expands Services
The Czech-based company leases spare capacity from aircraft owners and operators, guaranteeing payment for days when jets are available.
FutureFlight
FlightSafety Will Train Lilium Jet eVTOL Aircraft Pilots
The training specialist is also making a preliminary eSim device representing the vehicle's cockpit that engineers can use for development and certification work.
Aircraft
Honda Adds Jet Sales Representatives in Southeast Asia
Forth Corporation in Bangkok and WingsOverAsia in Singapore will seek new HondaJet customers in 10 countries across the region.
FutureFlight
FutureFlight Weekly News Roundup
A weekly roundup of significant milestones and achievements from companies and organizations working to transform aviation with new types of aircraft, propulsion systems, flight controls, and business models.
Charter & Fractional
JetMembership Tempts Rivals' Clients With Cost Savings
The flight booking platform is targeting customers with private aviation programs including WheelsUp, NetJets, XO, VistaJet, Flexjet, and Sentient Jet.
FutureFlight
Honeywell Publishes Advanced Air Mobility Certification Guidance and Backs New Green Seaplane
This week, the aerospace group, which produces propulsion and avionics systems, agreed to help Swiss start-up Jekta to develop its planned electric amphibious aircraft.
