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.

Managing Editor

Charles Alcock

AIN Media Group’s FutureFlight.aero site is merging with our main AINonline.com news platform. From April 12, in AIN's new FutureFlight section, readers will find all the latest news about the cutting-edge technologies and business models that are redefining aviation, and they will continue to receive FutureFlight's dedicated weekly <a href="https://connect.ainonline.com/futureflight-newsletter">newsletter</a>.
In the five years since AIN launched FutureFlight, the scope of our news coverage has expanded exponentially. Technologies such as electric propulsion and automated flight controls are proving to be game-changers along with eVTOL aircraft in the advanced air mobility sector. They now have much wider relevance across the aerospace industry as it addresses the critical challenge and opportunity to decarbonize air transport.
The FutureFlight section of AINonline.com will continue to tell the story of the most significant advancements in the aviation industry since the dawn of the jet age. Our coverage will reflect the ever-stronger connection between advanced air mobility pioneers and mainstream business aviation companies, as well as the transformation taking place in the wider air transport sector.
If you have news or information to share with our editorial team, please contact Charles Alcock (<a href="mailto:calcock@ainonline.com">calcock@ainonline.com</a>) or Hanneke Weitering (<a href="mailto:hweitering@ainonline.com">hweitering@ainonline.com</a>).

News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

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