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
FutureFlight
Overair Maintains Wall of Silence Over Plans for Butterfly eVTOL Aircraft
In a presentation to the Vertical Flight Society that was almost devoid of any significant detail, company CEO Ben Tigner insisted that the model is on track to complete type certification in 2025.
FutureFlight
With MagniX Propulsion System Delivered, Eviation Prepares for Alice's First Flight
The company says it is on track to complete type certification for the nine-passenger aircraft in 2023 but won't comment on reports of a significant redesign.
Avionics
Collins Expects Full Bizav Bounceback by Early 2022
The aircraft systems group has stepped up investment in product improvements and sees growing demand for new installations of cabin and cockpit systems.
FutureFlight
CAE to Provide Engineering Simulator for Jaunt's eVTOL Aircraft
The training and simulation group is to design and develop the Jaunt Aircraft Systems Integration Lab to accelerate design and development work on the flight deck and aircraft systems.
FutureFlight On The Radar
Morgan Stanley Downgrades Early Estimates of Urban Air Mobility Market Size
A report from the investment bank says a tougher-than-anticipated path to regulatory approval and service entry for eVTOL aircraft means investors will have to be more patient about the scale and pace of financial returns.
FutureFlight
Collins Steps Up Involvement as Advanced Air Mobility Enabler
The avionics and aircraft systems group is active in two European programs focused on how eVTOL aircraft can be safely and efficiently integrated into existing airspace.
FutureFlight
Venture Capitalist Sees Biden and Buttigieg as Advanced Air Mobility Backers
Up.Partners has invested in the sector and feels that it is set to attract plenty more capital, especially with more support from the U.S. government.
Charter & Fractional
Philippines Hospital Launches Medical Flight Service
With local operator Inaec Aviation, Ascent is providing The Medical City hospital group in the Philippines with flights for patients, staff and cargo.
FutureFlight
Wright Reports Progress On Propulsion System For Electric Airliner
The New York-based company has demonstrator an inverter that will convert DC power from batteries to the AC power that will drive electric motors.
FutureFlight
Jaunt Opts To Design and Build eVTOL Aircraft In Canada
Former Bombardier Aerospace executive Eric Côté will lead the new Jaunt Air Mobility Canada operation, which will likely be based in the province of Quebec, which offers potential government funding and an established aerospace skills base.
FutureFlight
Work Starts on Canada's Air Traffic Management Network for Advanced Air Mobility
The Canadian Advanced Air Mobility Consortium has enlisted the expertise of German automated air traffic management specialist D3 Technologies.
FutureFlight
Investors Back Regent's Plans For All-electric Wing-in-ground-effect Seaglider
Regent Craft says it holds $465 million worth of orders from airlines and ferry companies for its 12-passenger seaglider vehicle, which is expected to enter service in 2025.
FutureFlight
Wisk Agrees to Operate Autonomous eVTOL Air Taxi Flights for Blade
Up to 30 of Wisk's new sixth generation eVTOL aircraft will join the Blade Air Mobility network whenever the company earns FAA approval for autonomous passenger flights.
FutureFlight On The Radar
Navigating the Winding Road to Aviation's Adoption of Hydrogen Fuel
PreScouter's researchers have attempted to objectively assess the hydrogen value chain and what they see as the key opportunities and challenges associated with replacing fossil fuels.
FutureFlight On The Radar
FAA Allows Exemption Over Part 135 Training Requirements for UPS Flight Forward Drone Pilots
A detailed explanation of its decision may provide guidance regarding the FAA's attitude toward remotely operated aircraft.
FutureFlight
U.S. Air Force Awards Airworthiness Approval to Beta's Alia eVTOL Prototype
The approval under the air force's 516c airworthiness certification criteria clear the way for the six-seat Alia aircraft to conduct manned test flights as part of the Agility Prime program.
Charter & Fractional
Wisk To Operate Autonomous eVTOL Air Taxis for Blade
Wisk Aero will supply and operate up to 30 of its eVTOLs for Blade Urban Air Mobility’s passenger transportation network.
FutureFlight
Safran Plans Fire Protection System for Electric Aircraft
The electric-motor manufacturer is partnering with pyrotechnic specialist Pyroalliance to bring equipment to market by 2023 that could provide instant protection against electric arcs.
FutureFlight
ZeroAvia Says Flight Test Accident Will Not Delay Hydrogen Aircraft Service Entry
The company has released a longer statement on the April 29 off-airport landing of its flight test aircraft and set up an internal investigation team.
Engines
Aircraft Engine Makers Mostly Agnostic on Hydrogen
Pratt & Whitney, along with rivals such as GE, Rolls-Royce, and MTU, see multiple paths to air transport's green future, with hydrogen only one of these.
Engines
The Case For Hydrogen Powered Aircraft Gains Momentum
Pioneers are working on plans for hydrogen-powered aircraft, ranging in size from 6 to 200 seats, some of which could enter service as soon as 2025.
FutureFlight
Vertiport Plans Support Singapore's Case To Be World's First eVTOL Air Taxi Market
Ground infrastructure provider Skyports sees Asia and the U.S. being early-adopter markets for urban air mobility services, with Europe following soon after.
FutureFlight
Astro Aerospace Set To Complete Acquisition of Horizon Aircraft
Astro, which is preparing to be listed on the Nasdaq market, will give Horizon's owners five million common shares in return for full control of the company.
FutureFlight
EHang Adds Fourth Spanish Partner to Urban Air Mobility Development Network
In addition to a new partnership with the Catalan region's airports group, EHang says it will work with local officials to make the city of Zaragoza an aerial transportation hub following test flights of its EH216 eVTOL aircraft.
FutureFlight
No Injuries as ZeroAvia's Piper Testbed Lands Off-Airport in Test Flight
The Piper M Series aircraft sustained some damage when its crew had to land in a field near Cranfield Airport in the UK, where ZeroAvia is doing development work on its hydrogen propulsion system.
Aircraft
ZeroAvia Hydrogen Testbed Damaged in Off-airport Crash
Piper Malibu Mirage being used by ZeroAvia to test its hydrogen propulsion system landed in a field just outside Cranfield Airport.
Airports
Remote Air Traffic Control Begins at London City Airport
London City is the largest international airport where landings and takeoffs are controlled remotely, in this case from a facility 72 miles away.
FutureFlight
Electric Propulsion Pioneer Warns Congress U.S. Could Fall Behind Aerospace Technology Rivals
MagniX CEO Roei Ganzarski was among electric aviation advocates testifying before a hearing of the House of Representatives' aviation subcommittee.
FutureFlight
Former Boeing Marketing Leader Randy Tinseth Joins Faradair
He strengthens the UK company's efforts to bring the BEHA hybrid-electric aircraft to market by 2026.
FutureFlight
Vertical Flight Society Teams With European Rotors Show
The show, in November 2021, will focus on both existing helicopters and new vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.
