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
Fuel
Luxaviation Commits to 15-year eSAF Supply Contract
Icelandic company IDunnH2 will start supplying eSAF to the business aviation group from 2029
Training and Workforce
Textron Unveils M-346N Jet Trainer for U.S. Navy Bid
U.S./Italian partnership will compete with Boeing’s T-7A and Lockheed Martin T-50A
Rotorcraft
China’s Skyco Leasing Group Orders More H175 Helicopters
Six of the twin-engined rotorcraft will be operated by China Southern Airlines General Aviation
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
U.S.-EU Trade Deal Spares Aerospace from Tariffs
Agreement avoids 15% tariffs that go into effect for other products on August 1
Aircraft
L3Harris To Equip Electronics Warfare G550s for Italy
The converted business jets will have electromagnetic attack capability
Rotorcraft
Airbus Starts H160M Helicopter Flight Tests
French armed forces are set to receive 169 H160M Guépard rotorcraft, starting in 2028
Training and Workforce
Porter Pilots Start Training on CAE’s E195-E2 Simulator
7000XR Series full-flight simulator features CAE’s Prodigy visual system
Aircraft
Stralis Signs Up U.S. Launch Customer for Hydrogen-powered Bonanza
California-based Aviate Enterprises has agreed to buy an unspecified number of the converted light aircraft
Regulations and Government
Elixir’s Two-seat Trainer Gains FAA Part 23 Certification
Approval gives the French manufacturer access to the U.S. flight school market
Operations
NetJets Opens Service Hub at London Farnborough Airport
New UK facility is expected to maintain operator's European fleet more efficiently
Aircraft
What Shape Will the Next Generation of Airliners Take?
Part 2 of a series from new AIN Media Group title Leeham News and Analysis
Training and Workforce
Air Charter Association Launches 2025 Internship Program
15 young people will start the program with a week’s training at London Biggin Hill Airport
Rotorcraft
Robinson Teams with MagniX To Develop Electric R66
Partnership was announced during EAA AirVenture show in Oshkosh
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Defense Bolsters Dassault, Trappier Decries U.S. Tariffs
The French group’s first-half order intake grew 57% in the first half of 2025
Maintenance and Modifications
Charter Operator Toyo Approved To Use Electronic Tech Log
TrustFlight supported the operator in getting approval from the Romanian aviation regulator
Engines
Pratt & Whitney Plots Next Century of Aircraft Engines
The prolific U.S. aircraft engine manufacturer was formed in July 1925
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Safran Completes Acquisition of Collins’ Flight Controls
The Collins business is now part of the Safran Electronics & Defense division
Engines
ZeroAvia Builds Patent Portfolio for Hydrogen-electric Airliners
Start-up says it now holds 45 patents around its plans for hydrogen-electric powertrains
Regulations and Government
Asia-Pacific Regulators Issue eVTOL Air Taxi and Drone Guidance
20 aviation authorities have produced reference materials about advanced air mobility
Aircraft
What Shape Will the Next Generation of Airliners Take?
Part 1 of a series from new AIN Media Group title Leeham News and Analysis
Aircraft
Vertical Touts VX4 eVTOL Military Missions at UK’s RIAT Air Show
UK company’s eVTOL prototype flew from Cotswold Airport to the Fairford air force base
Aircraft
AIN Completes Acquisition of Leeham News and Analysis
Premier source for in-depth aerospace and airline industry insights added to group’s portfolio
Charter & Fractional
Falcon Luxe Grows UAE-based Charter Fleet with G450
Company-owned jet joins mixed fleet of 16 Bombardier and Embraer models
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Vertical Raises $60 Million for VX4 eVTOL Aircraft Development
UK start-up says it now has cash to support work on the four-passenger aircraft through mid-2026
Regulations and Government
EASA Issues Innovative Air Mobility Rules Covering eVTOL Aircraft
New means of compliance intended to support operations of new aircraft in Europe
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Airo Group Will Open U.S. Drone Production Facility in IPO-backed Expansion
Company is seeking to capitalize on rising NATO and Pentagon defense spending
Charter & Fractional
Flyvbird Close to Launch of First AI-booked Air Charters
Network will start with German cities Friedrichshafen, Mönchengladbach, and Strausberg
Airlines
Cambodian Airline Will Connect Coastal Towns with Elfly’s Noemi
Start-up has committed to buy five of the nine-passenger electric amphibious aircraft
Aircraft
ERC Prepares To Fly Multi-role Romeo Demonstrator Aircraft
Twin-boom lift-and-cruise design will be available in both all-electric and hybrid-electric versions
Aircraft
DARPA Selects Bell for Next Phase of HSVTOL Development
Helicopter manufacturer will build an X-plane for Phase 2 of Pentagon’s SPRINT program
