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
Maintenance and Modifications
Comlux Opens Dubai Maintenance and Service Center
New facility spans 20,000 sq m at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub
Cabin Interior and Electronics
AMAC Offers Starlink Comms and Missile Defense Systems
The specialist engineering group is expanding its portfolio for business and VIP aircraft
Aircraft
Gulf States Seek Early Launch of eVTOL Air Services
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Saudi Arabia have all made commitments to manufacturers of new electric aircraft
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Jet Aviation and Creston Team For IFE and Cabin Management
Jet Aviation also now offers Jet Card charter program in the EMEA region
Security
Two Protestors Jailed for CitationJet Attack in Germany
Prosecutors said spraypainting caused €1 million in damages
Charter & Fractional
Qatar Executive's G700 Choice Validated by Charter Demand
Four of 10 Gulfstream long-range jets on order by operator have been delivered to date
Training and Workforce
Strong Gulf Bizav Growth Drives Skilled Staff Recruitment
Pilots, aviation post holders and engineers are in demand
Aircraft
Abu Dhabi and Archer Commit to eVTOL Manufacturing and Operations
Falcon Aviation Services is set to operate eVTOL air taxi services
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Honeywell Sees Dip in Bizjet Demand for Middle East and Africa
New aircraft deliveries in Asia and Europe also set to shrink over next five years
Charter & Fractional
UAE Prosperity Drives Fleet Growth at Empire Aviation
Company says increased wealth and economic growth in region is spurring infrastructure investments
Charter & Fractional
UAS Launches Managed Charter Fleet with Global Express
Trip support group is expanding into charter and aircraft sales markets
Charter & Fractional
Jung Sky Reports Charter Growth, Marks 15th Anniversary
Demand for charter flights is up by around 15% compared with 2022
Maintenance and Modifications
Aero-Dienst, AeroSource Team Up on MRO Growth in India
Partnership will seek to provide more support to growing fleet of business aircraft
Aircraft
Crisalion Logs Another Pre-Sale Deal For Integrity eVTOL Aircraft
Miami-based UrbanLink agreed to buy 20 of the five-passenger model
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Lilium Reports Firm eVTOL Aircraft Orders as Buyout Search Continues
Luxaviation/Sigma Air Mobility partnership plans eVTOL services in Europe and beyond
Charter & Fractional
U.S. Helicopter Operator Plans to Buy Eve Air Mobility's eVTOL Aircraft
Helicopters Inc has previously conducted eVTOL air taxi simulation flights with the Embraer offshoot
Maintenance and Modifications
FAA Clears ExecuJet Haite For Gulfstream and Embraer Checks
Extended approval covers G450, G550, G650 and Lineage 1000 jets
Maintenance and Modifications
Aero-Dienst Boosts AOG Support with Dedicated Teams
Specialist technicians can act quickly to help aircraft operators
Aircraft
MEBAA Show Support Reflects Middle East Market Growth
10th biennial event will open in Dubai on December 10
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Fund Managers Indicate Continued Support for Advanced Air Mobility
Horizon's survey suggests new investments coming for eVTOL aircraft developers
Aircraft
Finish Line Still Eludes Advanced Air Mobility Rush
Key milestones set for 2024 and 2025 now appear to be in doubt
Aircraft
AutoFlight Demonstrates Prosperity eVTOL Prototype in Japan
Flight in Okayama prefecture is latest public demonstration of Chinese aircraft
Aircraft
UrbanLink Plans to Add Orca Cargo Drones to Diverse Fleet
Hybrid-electric drone could support relief operations in Puerto Rico
Airports
U.S. Leads Global Business Jet Activity Growth
Late Thanksgiving drives higher departure numbers than same week in 2023
Training and Workforce
Canada Orders 19 PC-21s To Train Air Force Pilots
Future Aircrew Training program is run by KF Aerospace and SkyAlyne
Airports
Gaming Simulators Could Support eVTOL Pilot Training and Vertiport Design
Vertiport Simulations adds electric charging cubes and other detailed scenery to flight simulator software
Aircraft
Mayman Pursues Multiple Military Missions for Razor Drone
Razor VTOL aircraft features turbine engines that provide thrust vector control by tilting on gimbals.
Airlines
Emirates Receives the First of 65 A350-900 Airliners
Aircraft will support new medium- and long-haul routes out of Dubai
Charter & Fractional
VistaJet Bids To Add Customers in South and East Africa
Private flight provider held roadshow events in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Nairobi
Engines
MagniX and NASA Complete Electric Propulsion Ground Tests
Magni650 electric propulsion unit simulated flight at 30,000 feet on a testbed aircraft
