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.

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The Air Charter Association (ACA) will host educational and discussion sessions at this year’s Aero Friedrichshafen show in southern Germany. The industry group announced a partnership with the event’s organizers on Tuesday.
On April 21, The ACA will host its new Air Charter Essentials course at the Messe Friedrichshafen site. These sessions support accreditation and professional training for air charter industry employees. The UK-based group also runs an internship program and networking events.
The following day, the association will stage its European Union Regional Forum. This will feature charter industry experts addressing developments in the sector, such as broker-operator relations, regulations, technology, cybersecurity, and sustainability.
Aero Friedrichshafen will be held from April 22 to 25 and is expected to draw around 756 exhibitors from more than 38 countries and more than 32,000 visitors. This year, members of The Air Charter Association will get access to what is the 32nd show at a discounted rate.
“We are very proud to see this partnership with The Air Charter Association happening for the upcoming edition of Aero Friedrichshafen,” commented show director Tobias Bretzel. “Having the ACA EU Regional Forum and the training course as part of our conference program means a lot to us and truly reflects the growing importance of the Aero Business Aviation Show Hub within the European business aviation industry.”

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