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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.
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Airports
Atlantic’s Vertiport Venture Teams with Electra
Partners are looking at infrastructure options for New York City
FBOs
Jet Aviation Upgrades Amsterdam Schiphol Airport FBO
More lounge, office, and storage space now available in General Aviation Terminal
Aircraft
Brazilian Air Taxi Group FlyBis Confirms eVTOL Orders
Eve says cash spending on program is on budget through 2028
Charter & Fractional
Wheels Up Claims Signature Membership Breakthrough
Revenues down as company transition continues
Aircraft
Vaeridion Gets Funding to Build Microliner Prototype
German start-up said flight tests with nine-seater could start in 2027
Engines
VH-4T Hybrid-electric Powertrains Now Ready for First Flights
Florida company now raising more funds to expand production capacity
Maintenance and Modifications
AMAC Applies New Approaches to Tackling Corrosion
MRO group’s focus is on preventing early-onset damage to airframes
Aircraft
Greece Confirmed as KC-390 Tanker/Transport Customer
Transaction is part of a government-to-government contract with Portugal
Training and Workforce
Jet Mentis Launches Charter Broker Training Foundation
Program consists of 14 self-paced training modules
Maintenance and Modifications
Greenpoint Selected To Complete Two BBJ 787-8 Interiors
U.S. modifications specialist recently received Saudi repair station approval
Aircraft
Partners Sought for a New Approach to VLJ Design
Piero Jet III promises short-field performance breakthrough with midsize jet range
Aircraft
Electra’s Ultra Short Demonstrator Lands at Manhattan Heliport
Hybrid-electric aircraft made public display at Downtown Skyport
Charter & Fractional
Archer Announces Texas Triangle eVTOL Air Taxi Services
Flights will operate in and around Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin
Airports
Signature and UrbanV Start AAM Ground Support Network
Handling operations for new aircraft will start at Signature Aviation FBOs
Maintenance and Modifications
Bombardier Smart Services Support Program Turns 40
Anniversary was marked at the NBAA-BACE show with customer event
Avionics
Automated Grand Caravan Demos Cargo Flights in New Mexico
eIPP flight trials showed use case for autonomous freighter aircraft
Operations
UAS Launches AI-driven SkyX Trip Feasibility Tool
Operators can assess whether a flight is even possible before making detailed plans
Regulations and Government
FAA Proposes Fines for Arkansas Charter Operator
Company facing allegations operates under the name Jett Aircraft
Regulations and Government
FAA Clears Beta’s Alia eVTOL for Passenger Demo Flights
The fixed-wing Alia CX300 electric aircraft already holds a special airworthiness certificate
FBOs
ExecuJet Haite Starts Handling at Beijing Daxing Airport
The company already runs an FBO at Beijing Capital International Airport
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Saudi Regulator Approves Greenpoint as Repair Station
Certification follows audit of company's Moses Lake, Washington, facility
Regulations and Government
Web Manuals Launches Compliance Assistant for AI Tool
Updates include integration of FAA Data Collection Tools
Accidents
Falcon 50 Hits KLAS Fence after Aborted Takeoff
Pilots managed to avoid more damaging collision with construction equipment
Airports
Hadid Expands Support Network for Operational Challenges
Dubai-based group has new U.S. Customs and Border Patrol clearances
Sustainability and Environment
Beyond Aero Signs Commitments for Hydrogen Business Airplane
French start-up says eight-seater will attract green private flyers
Aircraft
Archer Wraps Up Bay Area ‘No Roads’ eVTOL Demo Tour
Midnight prototype is now heading to Los Angeles for the eVTOL Integration Pilot Program
Accidents
Nigerian Investigators Probe Challenger Door Separation
The jet landed safely at Abuja with nine people on board
Maintenance and Modifications
Sherpa Air Appointed Starlink Connectivity Installer
South Carolina group has been a Part 145 maintenance provider since 2023
Maintenance and Modifications
AMAC Academy Launches MRO Training Initiative
Business aviation MRO group also preparing to support Boeing Max 7
Charter & Fractional
MyAirOps Opens Flight Department Portal to End Users
Company says new interface will make for smoother connections to client requests
