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
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Air Charter Operator: PC-12 Avoids Higher UK Tax Rates
Malta-based Hans Jet is one of several operators with the Pilatus turboprop
Charter & Fractional
Vista Refreshes Fleet, Orders Up to 160 Challenger 3500s
New agreement covers 40 firm orders and options for 120 more of the super-midsize jets
Security
U.S. Business Jet Pilots Seek Release from Guinea Jail
Lawyers confirm appeal now lodged with African state's supreme court
Security
Avinode: Business Aviation Must Boost Cybersecurity
Framework of Trust report says industry has outdated protection
Aircraft
ERC Flies eVTOL Prototype and Commits to Uncrewed Version
Both versions will have hybrid-electric powertrains for greater payload and range
Maintenance and Modifications
FDH Boosts Asia-Pacific Distribution Hub in Singapore
U.S. supply chain specialist has doubled its facility at Seletar Aerospace Park
Security
Aircraft Operators Face Complex Risk Management Calls
Prospect of military conflict between the U.S. and Iran is focusing minds
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Yingling Reports First Collins Venue Installation
Cabin management system is now on more than 1,800 aircraft worldwide
Aircraft
Brazil’s Synerjet Orders Regent’s Electric Seaglider
Regent aims to start delivering 12-passenger vessel in 2029
Engines
Evolito Will Supply Propulsion Units for Vertical eVTOL Aircraft
India’s JetSetGo plans to buy up to 50 of the Valo aircraft
Training and Workforce
CAE To Supply First Simulator for eVTOL Pilot Training
Eve Air Mobility will use full-flight simulator for certification work
Maintenance and Modifications
GE Invests $300 Million in Singapore Engine Repair Shop
Improvements will help support for CFM Leap-1A/1B turbofans
Maintenance and Modifications
Embraer Will Support Hungarian Air Force C-390s
Hungary has received both of its multi-role aircraft from the Brazilian manufacturer
Training and Workforce
Ohio Stakes Its Claim As Incubator For Aviation's Future
JobsOhio is at the Singapore Airshow seeking inward investment
Security
APAC Client Choses Bird Missile Protection for Helicopters
Agreement covers dozens of military rotorcraft
Engines
Vietjet Opts for More Pratt & Whitney GTF-Powered A321s
New agreement includes a 12-year maintenance plan
Airlines
Tigerair Taiwan Pounces on A321neo deal
Low-cost carrier needs larger aircraft for high-demand routes
Maintenance and Modifications
Xiamen Books ST Engineering for Leap-1A Engine Support
Chinese carrier operates a mix of Airbus and Boeing narrowbodies
Aircraft
India's Mehair Orders Hybrid-electric Polaris Aircraft
Tidal Flight says 12-seat design could enter service in 2030
Aircraft
Embraer-Adani Alliance Targets Regional Aircraft
Recent MOU does not confirm which aircraft types might be made in India
Sustainability and Environment
Nandina Weaving Aerospace Carbon Fiber in Singapore
Local company is also making materials from recycled aviation textiles
Maintenance and Modifications
Lufthansa Technik To Support Air Premia 787 Components
Contract signed with German company's Shenzhen, China operation
Aircraft
Dassault Names New Asia-Pacific Falcon Sales Leader
Didier Raynard is succeeding Jean-Michel Jacob
Aircraft
Airbus A330 Tanker Approved for Automatic Refueling
MRTT has achieved world-first certification
Training and Workforce
CAE Adds 777X Simulator at Singapore Training Center
Investment expands training group's Boeing portfolio
Charter & Fractional
Air Charter Association Backs Aero Friedrichshafen Show
Charter group will hold educational and conference sessions
Regulations and Government
Gulfstream Confirms Delay over Canadian Type Certification
Gulfstream awaits Transport Canada certification for FAA- and EASA- approved jets
Aircraft
SkyDrive Chases eVTOL Aircraft Certification Milestone
The Japanese start-up is developing the three-seat SD-05 multicopter
Airlines
Air Cambodia Orders Up to 20 Boeing 737 Max Narrowbodies
Carrier is a new Boeing customer, placing its largest ever order
Training and Workforce
Cebu Pacific Extends Pilot Training Agreement with CAE
CAE trains pilots for the Philippines carrier's Airbus and ATR fleets
