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
Regulations and Government
EBAA Presses for European Aviation Policy Reboot
Business aviation group seeks reform of the emissions trading scheme
Training and Workforce
Safety Training Provider Seeks Input for New Approach
Courses will combine artificial intelligence with other teaching methods
Aircraft
Indonesia Approves AutoFlight’s Autonomous eVTOL Aircraft
Southeast Asian state validated the aircraft’s Chinese type certificate
Aircraft
More Operators Sign for Vaeridion’s Electric Microliner
General Atomics plans to use Vaeridion’s batteries for its drones
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
TPE331 Engine Will Power Swarm Aero’s Large Military Drone
Swarm says it is now building production-ready uncrewed air system
Sustainability and Environment
Electric Aviation Innovators Call for Bizjet Taxes
Open letter to European Commission calls for more support and tax reform
Maintenance and Modifications
Web Manuals Rolls Out XML Document Management Tool
New software helps aircraft operators avoid reformatting documents
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
ERC Unveils Victor Hybrid-electric VTOL Cargo Drone
First prototype was unveiled at the ILA 2026 air show this week in Berlin
Charter & Fractional
Tickets Go on Sale for 2026 Air Charter Expo
September 8 show will feature new hospitality pavilion
Engines
GE Completes Hybrid-electric Powertrain Ground Tests
Engine maker says it is now preparing to start flight testing
Maintenance and Modifications
ExecuJet MRO Services Boosts Falcon Support in Australia
Maintenance provider is investing in its Sydney Airport facility
Training and Workforce
ACA’s Charter Interns Prepare to Start Training
15 young men and women will receive training and career opportunities
Security
Security Specialist Warns of Bizav Cyberattack Threats
Cyviation said small operators need more help to be protected
Safety
Micro Sensors Could Deliver More Consistent Air Data
UK/Canadian technology avoids vulnerability to vibration and pitot tube blocks
Sustainability and Environment
Fuel Crisis Raises the Stakes in Chase for Alternatives
Companies working with SAF and hydrogen propulsion see tipping point opportunity
ATC
Eurocontrol Issues Datalink Guidelines for Operators
Release covers controller-pilot datalink communications
Airlines
Electra Report Shows Direct Aviation Market Opportunity
Hybrid-electric aircraft developer wants to expand regional air services
Charter & Fractional
Platoon Orders Citation Longitudes for Jet Charter Fleet
Hamburg-based operator could add up to 16 Longitudes to its fleet
Regulations and Government
Canada Chooses Saab/Bombardier GlobalEye AEWC Platform
Swedish bidder preferred to rivals including Boeing and L3Harris/Elta Systems
Security
GPS Signals Jammed on Royal Air Force Falcon 900LX Flight
Royal Air Force aircraft flew close to the Russian border on flight from Estonia
Regulations and Government
EBAA Calls for Bizav Recognition in EU Aviation Policy
Trade group said airport access and decarbonization rules discriminate against the industry
Aircraft
Hyundai Will Make Landing Gear for Vertical’s eVTOL
Korean auto maker is partnering with UK engineering group Stirling Dynamics
Aircraft
Kazakh Operator Inks Deal for 50 AutoFlight eVTOLs
Partners plan air taxi services near Almaty
Charter & Fractional
UK Charter Operator Zenith Declared Insolvent
Biggin Hill-based company operated several Learjets
Sustainability and Environment
IBA Shows Carbon Intensity Dip but Emissions Still Rising
Airlines are improving operational efficiency but not cutting total carbon
Engines
Vertical Starts Tests with Hybrid-electric Powertrain
Hybrid version of Valo VTOL aircraft will have longer range and more payload
Sustainability and Environment
H2Fly Chases Hydrogen Propulsion Power Density Boost
Fuel cell systems need at least 2 kW/kg power-to-weight ratio to be competitive
Airports
Biggin Hill Airport’s Instrument Approach Trial Extended
London airport says satellite-based instrument approach improves operational resilience
Regulations and Government
Caution Prevails as Business Aviation Sees Slow Growth, Increasing Obstacles in Europe
A multi-part report on the state of business aviation in Europe
Fuel
Safety Guidance May Prompt Shift in Fuel Tankering Rules
EASA and Eurocontrol are considering measures to save aircraft fuel
